Wednesday, December 8, 2010

Nanotechnology!!! IBM Nanophotonic Chip

The world of nanotechnology is totally cool!!!  Obviously over the past few decades there has been an enormous jump in the world of computer technology, hence the need for a project on the race for technology.  IBM has made a great deal of jumps in the world of technology, and this is yet another great move forward.  The idea of connection through light has been tossed around some, but IBM has revealed a gel-silicon chip that uses light to send signals.  Although the technology to implement this new innovation is lagging in production, it is soon to come.  The great thing about this technology jump is that it is pressing for more to come.  It is challenging innovators to keep up, which is huge in the race for technology.  Because, no matter how much of a competition it is, the race for technology is all about working together and different countries pushing one another to find the next big thing.  In the end, everyone benefits.  These chips in particular are expected to begin shipping next year, and will very much increase the speed of computers for the future.

Information from: http://www.popsci.com/technology/article/2010-12/ibm-unveils-nanophotonic-chips-could-lead-exascale-computing-revolution

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