Abstract: In one embodiment, a storage media can comprise: a plastic substrate having a substrate composition, an optical layer having an optical layer composition different from the substrate composition, wherein the optical layer is a spin coated or injection molded; and a reflective layer disposed between the optical layer and the substrate. The storage media has a radial deviation over time of less than or equal to 1.15 degrees at a radius of 55 mm when exposed to a cycle at 25° C. of 50% relative humidity—90% relative humidity—50% relative humidity. In one embodiment, a method for making a data storage media, comprises: disposing a reflective layer on a plastic substrate, wherein the plastic layer comprises a thermoplastic, spin coating an optical layer onto the plastic substrate, wherein the optical layer comprises a thermoset, and disposing a protective layer on the substrate.

Abstract: A storage media can comprise: a plastic substrate, an optical layer, a reflective layer disposed between the optical layer and the substrate, and an adhesive layer disposed between the optical layer and the reflective layer. The optical layer can have an optical layer composition different from the substrate composition. The storage media has a radial deviation over time of less than or equal to 1.15 degrees at a radius of 55 mm, when exposed to a cycle at 25° C. of 50% relative humidity—90% relative humidity—50% relative humidity.

Abstract: A storage media having a radial deviation of less than or equal to about 1.15 degrees at a radius of 55 mm is disclosed. In one embodiment, the storage media comprises: a plastic substrate, an optical layer and a data storage layer disposed therebetween. A reflective layer is disposed between the data storage layer and the substrate.

Abstract: A nanowire structure and device for use in large area electronics and methods of making the same is provided. The nanowire structure includes a nanowire defining an axis, where the nanowire includes a first end and a second end. The first end is axially spaced from the second end. Further, the nanowire structure includes magnetic segments that are coupled to the first and second ends of the nanowire.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention include a deposition machine that allows for continuous deposition of an object or substrate with a coating having a graded composition. The deposition machine includes a deposition chamber separated into a plurality of chamber areas by a baffle having an opening. The opening allows for migration of deposition material from one chamber area to another, allowing for a graded composition coating to be deposited on the object or substrate. Other embodiments include a system for forming an electronic device and a system and method for forming a graded composition on an object.

Abstract: An electrical power generation system comprises a variable capacitor and a power source. The electrical power generation system is configured to generate electric power via movements of the rail. The power source is used in the form of a generator to prime the variable capacitor that effectively multiplies the priming energy of the power source by extracting energy from the passing vehicle. By alternately priming the variable capacitor using charge from the power source and discharging it at a later time in a cyclic manner to change the capacitance, a significantly large amount of electrical energy is produced due to change in capacitance than from the power source itself.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the data storage media can comprise: a substrate, a data layer, and a reflective layer disposed between the data layer and the substrate. The substrate can comprise a substrate material selected from the group consisting of polyphenylene ether, blends comprising polyphenylene ether, copolymers comprising polyphenylene ether, mixtures comprising polyphenylene ether, reaction products of a compostion comprising polyphenylene ether, and composites comprising polyphenylene ether. The data layer can comprise a material selected from the group consisting of organic dye and inorganic phase change materials. The storage media can comprise imprinted features. In another embodiment, the first surface data storage media can comprise: a substrate, a reflective layer on a first side of the substrate, and a protective layer disposed on a side of the substrate opposite the first side. The protective layer can comprise silicon dioxide. The first surface data storage media comprises imprinted features.

Abstract: A storage media having a radial deviation of less than or equal to about 1.15 degrees at a radius of 55 mm is disclosed. In one embodiment, the storage media comprises: a plastic substrate, an optical layer and a data storage layer disposed therebetween. A reflective layer is disposed between the data storage layer and the substrate.

Abstract: A storage media having a radial deviation of less than or equal to about 1.15 degrees at a radius of 55 mm is disclosed. In one embodiment, the storage media comprises: a plastic substrate, an optical layer and a data storage layer disposed therebetween. A reflective layer is disposed between the data storage layer and the substrate.

Abstract: A storage media having a radial deviation of less than or equal to about 1.15 degrees at a radius of 55 mm is disclosed. In one embodiment, the storage media comprises: a plastic substrate, an optical layer and a data storage layer disposed therebetween. A reflective layer is disposed between the data storage layer and the substrate.