Silicon-carbide (SiC) Wafer (IMAGE) Griffith University Caption Griffith University researchers are creating tiny high-tech chips that will detect problems in ageing gas and oil pipelines, preventing catastrophic events. Credit Queensland Micro- and Nanotechnology Centre, Griffith University. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.