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Bearing Material Helps Control Electrostatic Discharge
Bearing material helps protect electronic systems from static discharges and associated risks.
Method to Convert CO2 to Methanol
Previous efforts meant renewable energy would not efficiently power the process.
Much of Plastic's Value Is Lost from "One-Use" Approach
Most plastic packaging is used once, meaning that 95 percent of the value of the material is lost to the economy.
Above-Ground Pump Station Aids Safe Maintenance
Stations use 4- to 6-in. pumps and piping and provide power ratings from 1.5 to 50 H.
Platform Detects Unauthorized Changes in Industrial Control Systems
The system monitors the control layer for suspicious activity.
Developing a Skilled Green-Infrastructure Workforce
The Water Environment Federation plans to work with DC Water to develop a national skills-certification program.
Vacuum System Assists Battery Manufacturing Process
Each system will combine a dry compressing screw vacuum pump with a rotary plunger blower.
Researchers Unveil a Hybrid Class of Polymers
The hybrid polymer is composed of both rigid and soft nano-sized compartments .
Innovative Cooling Process for Refrigeration
The process removes heat from a space by allowing a shape memory material to relax and cool.
Bioprinting Functional Body Parts
The technology combines a biodegradable, plastic-like material to shape the 3D structure.
Additives May Help Plastic Performance, Cut VOC Emissions
The antioxidants can help automotive and other manufacturers comply with environmental rules.
3D Printed House and Car Form Energy System
The structure aims to demonstrate the use of bidirectional wireless energy and high-performance materials.
Cotton Candy Machine Spins Artificial Capillary Networks
The method can produce channels ranging from 3-55 microns.
Thin Film Transistor with 10X Power
Researchers increased performance by designing a transistor architecture that takes advantage of bipolar action.
Method Can Aid in Tracing Illicit Nuclear Material
Investigators first determine what kind of reactor the material came from, then play a game of elimination.
Tidal Energy Array Advances for Northern Ireland Waters
The developers plan to submit a marine license application later in 2016.
Seaweed Gel Preserves Stem Cells for Use in Bandage
The ells are surrounded by an alginate gel that protects them from the environment.
Polymer Is Body Heat Activated to Shape-Shift
Key to creating the material was the ability to tune the trigger temperature.
Quality Standards for PV Modules Are Released
PV manufacturers will use the new standard to increase the level of confidence investors, utilities and consumers have in solar panel safety and reliability.
Wind Farm Receives Final Go-Ahead
The 1,200 MW Hornsea project could be fully commissioned in 2020.