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Team extracting precious metals from e-waste using fruit peels
A team of scientists from the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) have devised a method for extracting and reusing precious metals from depleted lithium ion batteries using fruit peels.
Study: Plastic recycling not as effective as the EPA reports
Researchers from the University of Michigan conducted the first study to create a comprehensive map of plastic use across the entire U.S. economy.
Hydra-Cell is the no-problem pump that can run dry
Seal-less design and patented diaphragm position control technology enable Hydra-Cell to operate under adverse conditions.
MIT develops radio signals to spy on at-risk individuals
Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed technology for monitoring the activities of at-risk persons while maintaining their privacy.
Janus particles could be used to create environmentally friendly paint
Researchers from Binghamton University conducted research that could lead to more environmentally friendly paints and coatings.
Low voltage motor drive market set for near-term decline
The global market for low-voltage AC drives will fall by more than 10% in 2020 although prospects for renewed growth in 2021 appear promising.
Researchers develop small, tennis-ball sized surgical robot
Researchers from the Wyss Institute at Harvard University and the Sony Corporation have developed a tennis-ball-sized surgical robot inspired by origami.
How harmonic distortion harms induction motors
In an electric network, harmonics current is introduced by the non-linear behavior of current with applied voltage, which can greatly affect the performance of an induction motor.
Students submit winning design of a bus to restore confidence in mass transit
An international team of students submitted the winning design of a bus intended to restore commuter confidence in mass transportation amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Photocatalytic film forms self-cleaning water filtration membrane
A low-cost photocatalytic coating prevents biofouling problems and the resulting need to remove membranes from service for cleaning.
OCTOPUS project wraps its arms around electric drive technology
A three-year research program will deliver an e-axle prototype incorporating an advanced magnet free motor, wide band gap power electronics and lightweight transmission systems by 2026.
Data science used to examine how birds respond to climate change
Researchers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison conducted a study focused on how various bird species respond to changes in their environment.
Study: Decline in funding for plant breeding programs will lead to US public health decline
Researchers from the American Society of Agronomy found that recent reductions in funding and capacity of U.S. plant breeding programs will negatively affect public health.
Mayday! Tech that saves lives during in-flight emergencies
When something in air does go wrong, these are the technologies that kick in to help.
Medical grade adhesives for your medical device assembly
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CO2 efficiently captured by 3D-printed device
An aluminum device designed and 3D printed by U.S. Department of Energy Oak Ridge National Laboratory researchers was demonstrated to efficiently capture carbon dioxide from flue gases.
US Army technology can detect subtle, real time changes in an environment
Scientists with the United States Army have developed technology that enables robots to inform their soldier counterparts about imperceptible changes in their surroundings, which could potentially signal a danger in that environment.
Harper International to participate in National Composites Week
The company will participate as part of an effort to promote the innovation and creativity fueling growth in the composites industry.
Robotics, supply chain tech firms to create automated robots for manufacturing, warehouse spaces
Autonomous robot manufacturer Geek+ and supply chain tech company Körber will jointly develop autonomous mobile robot (AMR) solutions for the manufacturing and warehouse spaces.
Team demonstrates benefits of aerogel by 3D printing a gas pump
Determining that aerogel is an excellent thermal insulator with potential applications for microelectronics, robotics, biotechnology and sensor technology, researchers from Empa, the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology have used the material to 3D print an aerogel-based pump.