Abstract:
Probe assembly (650) includes a modular device (670) configured to detect external signals or emit energy. The modular device (670) has a device array (676) that includes at least one of electrical contacts or optical fiber ends. The probe assembly (650) also includes a cable assembly (652) that is configured to communicatively couple the modular device (670) to a computing system (554) and transmit data signals therethrough. The cable assembly (652) includes an array connector (654) having a connector body (660) that includes a mating side (662) and channels (246) extending through the mating side (662) and the connector body (660). The cable assembly (652) includes a plurality of communication lines (656) that are disposed within corresponding channels (246) of the connector body (660). The communication lines (656) have respective end faces (415) that are positioned proximate to the mating side (662) to form a terminal array (114). The terminal array (114) is aligned with and coupled to the device array (676) of the modular device (670).
Abstract:
A carbon-based aerogel is disclosed in which the carbon atoms are arranged in a sheet-like nanostructure. The aerogel may be either a graphene oxide aerogel or a graphene aerogel and may further be reinforced with a polymer. A method for making the aerogel is also disclosed and includes providing graphite oxide, creating a dispersion of the graphite oxide in a liquid, and drying the dispersion to form a graphene oxide aerogel. In one embodiment, the graphene oxide aerogel is thermally treated to convert the graphene oxide to graphene.