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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 1d

Lignocellulose carbons won’t beat synthetic purity but they’ll crush on scale & sustainability. Rayon proved it 50 yrs ago.Nanocellulose at tonnes today. Just one step to graphene. Molten salt synthesis and electrospinning can perform at scale.
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Can lignocellulose derived carbon/nanocarbon materials ever compete with synthetically produced carbons?

Research has been promising but skepticism remains due to the variable nature of lignocellulosic materials raising concerns about the reprod...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 2d

Reality is. Perception can't change it.

Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 2d

Our theories shape how we see the universe but what if they don’t touch reality itself?
Aliens might build physics on different assumptions and might come up with a different view. Reality wouldn’t change. Only our understanding would.
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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 4d

Hydrogen may do more than etch sp2 carbon in MPCVD diamond growth it can drive sp3 formation by hydrogenating carbon, shifting bond angles toward tetrahedral geometry. In essence H doesn't just clean surfaces it might be reshaping them.
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Possible role of hydrogen in geometry-driven sp3 formation during MPCVD diamond growth

There is ongoing debate about the exact mechanisms that cause diamond formation in the microwave plasma chemical vapor deposition (MPCVD) ...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 6d

Space holds huge potential but remains mostly empty making exploration difficult. Private industry lags, talent is scarce, and tech transfer is slow. Global partnerships and innovations like Japan’s Lignosat are key to a viable space economy.

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The future of space 2025 : Integration, Investment, and Innovation

31 Oct 2025 I thank the Nikkei Forum for organising the future of space conference and sparking vibrant discussion on new opportunities in ...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 6d

Fan demakes are appreciated and some indie games are exploring low poly graphics. As long as it's fun and engaging realistic graphics are not imp.

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 6d

Minecrafts voxels were basically 3d pixels and look how well it did. For 3d games you need some visual fidelity but not all that much.

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gamenewsplusnet on Instagram: "In a recent interview with Famitsu (via Automaton), Bayonetta and Devil May Cry creator Hideki Kamiya said that unique gameplay mec…"

In a recent interview with Famitsu (via Automaton), Bayonetta and Devil May Cry creator Hideki Kamiya said that unique gameplay mechanics are more valuable than high-end graphics in action games. Kamiya explained that he strives to create experiences “only that one game can offer,” like Bayonetta’s Witch Time or Okami’s Celestial Brush. He also praised the current wave of stylish, combo-driven action titles. Do you agree that gameplay innovation matters more than visuals?#HidekiKamiya #Bayonetta[Follow @gamenewsplusnet] Hashtags: #Gaming #VideoGames #Game #Gamer #GameNewsPlus

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 6d

Graphics vs gameplay in videogames?

I lean towards gameplay. Most SNES/ps1 era rpgs are still fun today even when graphics are dated. I also believe that pixel art is timeless. There are many modern pixelated games that stand out. Undertale comes to mind, animal well is another.

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 7d

At India Renewable Energy Expo I learnt tiny silicon wafers need kg of high-purity glass, lithium for batteries is limited, and wind blades rely on strong glass fibers. Renewables shine, but material sourcing & processing remain major hurdles.

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 9d

Coincidentally there have been some reports about ancient steel makers 'accidently' incorporating carbon nanotubes in their steel for example the fabled Damascus steel whose strength has not been reproduced by modern metallurgists is said to have had CNT but opinions are divided.

Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 9d

Embedding diamonds or carbon nanotubes in steel boosts hardness, toughness & strength. Surface coatings, electroplating, and sintering make it possible—while nano dispersion remains the key challenge. #materials

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Steel composites integrating diamonds and carbon nanotubes

Incorporating hard materials like diamond or carbon nanotubes (CNTs) into steel presents unique challenges, particularly when using traditi...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 9d

Rousseau championed collective self-rule to free humans from societal chains,Franklin focused on cultivating personal virtue through disciplined practice. Emerson,went further & urged Americans to trust their own conscience, inspiring true independence. #history
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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 13d

Why christianity caught on in the Mediterranean? Possibly because it was written in Greek, mirrored Greek philosophy, virtues echoed Aristotle, and Jesus’ parables were Socratic.Constantine later enforced it. #history

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Why Did Judaism Survive But Zoroastrian, Roman, Greek & Norse Religions Disappear?

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 18d

Reflecting on Jane Goodall’s legacy at the #GlobalWildlifeFair2025, I pushed for laws that can help protect all beings. Conservation starts with changing the way we think about nature’s rights.

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · 29d

IMC 2025 showed us 5G delivered speed—but not the transformation it promised. mmWave is missing, 6G is coming, and it's time to rethink the telecom cycle of rebuilds. Real innovation must serve people, not just markets.
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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Sep 24

Thanks to WeWork for the Sustainability Summit 2025. Decarbonizing commercial real estate faces big technical challenges from solar limits on high-rises to water recycling & material use. Step-by-step innovation & collaboration are key to real progress

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Sep 21

Tribology is where materials science meets engines, aerospace, nanotech & more. From reducing wear to designing friction-fighting coatings like DLC. If you're in MatSci, don't sleep on this field.

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Is there a future for materials science student in tribology?

My comments on a reddit discussion https://www.reddit.com/r/materials/comments/1nmooy5/comment/nfg6vub/ Tribology is a very important subfie...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Sep 16

At Research And Innovation Days 2025, we must remember: Europe's challenge isn't technical,it's political. As Herbert Kroemer said, true innovation creates its own future. The EU must lead, not follow. #ScienceDiplomacy
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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Sep 11

Honoured to be a part of Australian Academy of science event at #ShineDome2025. AU science shines bright, but key challenges remain—esp. in materials & manufacturing. Time to invest in local talent & shape a future that’s uniquely Australian.

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Observations on Australia’s Scientific Future – Shine Dome 2025

I thank the Australian Academy of Science for inviting me to the Science at the Shine Dome 2025, a 4 day event celebrating the shining stars...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Sep 7

Energy challenges aren't just engineering problems — they're materials science problems. From carbon conductors to aluminosilicate composites, the future of power lies in what we build it with.

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Sep 3

Electrifying energy at #SemiconIndia2025 Engaged with global giants & saw India’s fab dream gaining ground. SiC is rising, AI is everywhere, & even vacuum tubes may return—miniaturized! Moore’s Law isn’t gospel. New ways of computing can be built.

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Aug 29

Plasma-heated carbon blackbody emitter operating at 5800K achieves >40% wall-plug efficiency using air plasma & pyrolytic carbon. Emits like a micro-sun, consumes 8 microwatts per pixel, no rare earths, no semiconductors.

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Air plasma driven high temperature blackbody light emitter for lighting and display applications

Air plasma driven high temperature blackbody light emitter for lighting and display applications ABSTRACT Plasma based light sources are u...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Aug 27

Water can freeze at room temperature if you squeeze it hard enough.
At pressures >2 GPa, it forms exotic solids like ice VII. At 200 GPa & 5000 K? Superionic ice: part solid, part liquid, fully wild.

My thoughts on a reddit question

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Can you compress water and turn it solid?

A question asked on reddit https://www.reddit.com/r/askscience/comments/1n02vlg/ Yes and this has been experimentally confirmed. Shock compr...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Aug 23

Insightful day at CCS's 28th Foundation! Decriminalization key to boosting entrepreneurship. Flexible laws, MoUs, & arbitration can foster risk-taking & growth. Time for businesses to act, not just think.
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28th foundation day of the center for civil society.

22 Aug 2025 It was an honor to participate in the 28th foundation day of the center for civil society. As one of the leading think tanks it ...

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Akshat Jiwan Sharma @akshatjiwansharma.bsky.social · Aug 15

EV tech is mature but faces challenges: costly battery materials, slow charging due to silicon limits, and complex manufacturing. Wide bandgap semis and hydrogen tech offer solutions. Investors must watch both for a sustainable mobility future.
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Panel discussion —Future of Mobility Investments NSRCEL,IIM Banglore

14 Aug 2025 Happy to participate in the Future of Mobility Investments at IIT Delhi and learn about the perspective of investors & the thoug...

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