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Solar powers this EV on the go
If the sun is shining, this EV can charge itself by means of 3.8 m² of solar panels integrated across the hood, roof and tailgate.
Photovoltaic efficiency gain for this solar cell material
A new performance benchmark has been established for antimony chalcogenide solar cells.
Lightweight sensors could de-ice planes faster
To develop the system, the team used a triboelectric nanogenerator (TENG) sensor that is capable of detecting ice forming, melting and detaching on surfaces, providing this information in real time but using very little energy.
Polymer extrusion under pressure: Excess energy use draws ire
Improving energy efficiency requires identifying the conditions where pellet bonding occurs and then targeting those conditions with optimal energy.
These solvents are making a breakthrough in the longstanding PET synthesis struggle
DESs are suitable for industrial use, but optimizing the environmental impact remains a key area for future development.
New 4D-printed hydrogel skin hides, unveils images on cue
The material is a programmable hydrogel film, the appearance, texture and mechanical response of which can reportedly be tuned via external triggers.
Apollo Seiko brings expanded selective soldering lineup and new dual-pot innovations to APEX 2026
The company will highlight two new inline platforms and a dual-pot selective system along with three industry-proven soldering robots.
New light-triggered patch offers fast, leak-proof sealing in neurosurgery
Researchers have examined Janus tissue patches, which include two distinct surfaces — one surface that strongly adheres to tissue and another surface that prevents unwanted adhesion.
Software for smarter networking and manufacturing
The networking solution improves overall communications with CNC machines, CMMs, PLCs, 3D printers, robots, laser markers, dot peen markers, tool presetters and test stands.
Powering care anywhere: Boosting energy efficiency in portable medical devices
Energy efficiency is a determining factor in the clinical viability of portable medical devices. Achieving the required operating lifetimes depends on coordinated use of low-power electronics, supplemental energy sources, power-aware system architecture and appropriate battery selection.
Toothbrush-activated powder whitens, repairs and protects teeth
The researchers are developing a tooth-whitening compound that produces ROS when activated by electric toothbrush vibrations while simultaneously strengthening and repairing teeth.
A 100-hour battery for clean energy storage
The technology provides ultra-long-duration energy storage for thousands of hours and the capacity to deliver clean power continuously for more than 100 hours at a time.
Softing Industrial expands dataFEED OPC Suite with FANUC CNC connectivity and MQTT Version 5
Users gain access to process and status data from modern FANUC controllers without having to make changes to the existing control program.
Vantablack: The world’s darkest material
The material is incorporated into a range of coatings that dramatically reduces stray light and improves performance across a broad range of industries.
Stylish MOTEC desktop enclosures now with carry handle and sloping front panel
The enclosures are ideal for measuring and control, peripherals, interfaces, switchboxes, modems, laboratory equipment and medical/wellness devices.
Pine bark removes up to 90% of blood pressure, painkiller drugs from wastewater
Chemically modified pine bark captures pharmaceutical residues before the waste reaches rivers and other bodies of water.
New off-grid filter eliminates over 99% of nanoplastics
The porous metallic filter attracts negatively charged nanoplastics within water.
Sustainable aviation fuels: Real fuel or green hype?
Engineers are turning to a never-ending supply to fuel long-haul airliners of the future: municipal waste. Sustainable aviation fuel from solid waste can offer a reduction of as much as 80% to 90% of carbon emissions. Is it too good to be true?
Operational constraints on Venezuelan heavy crude production and export
The operational priority is restoring the upstream-to-export chain: reliable diluent supply, effective blending/upgrading, intact pipelines and storage, and consistent marine loading.
Norton goes for the gold
Norton products and expertise are making it possible for U.S. luge team athletes to go for the gold.