University of Manchester researchers’ new data storage method uses single-molecule magnets to achieve 100 times higher data density, providing benefits for environment and economy

Briefing

University of Manchester researchers' new data storage method uses single-molecule magnets to achieve 100 times higher data density, providing benefits for environment and economy

August 25, 2017

Briefing
  • Single-Molecule Data Storage – University of Manchester researchers discovered single-molecule magnets can display magnetic memory effect required for data storage and be cooled with relatively cheap liquid nitrogen
  • 100 Times Data Density – Molecular technologies can store more than 200 terabits of data per square inch, meaning 25,000 GB can be stored in devices as small as one US quarter, as opposed to an iPhone 7's storage of 256GB
  • Environmental and Economic Benefits – Smaller hard drives consume less energy, meaning data centers, which account for 2% of greenhouse emissions, could be smaller, lower-cost, and energy-efficient
  • Next Steps – Include discovery of new molecules and achieving higher operating temperatures

Accelerator
Computation and Storage

Sector
Information Technology

Organization
University of Manchester

Source

Original Publication Date
August 24, 2017

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