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How thermal energy storage is enriched by molten salts
The use of molten salts is an established method of converting solar energy into a continuous power supply.
Vertiv launches water-saving upgrades for data center fluid system commissioning
Vertiv PurgeRite NearZero helps reduce water consumption, wastewater generation and hauling needs during data center commissioning by combining engineered flushing, water treatment and closed-loop recycling.
How phase change materials enhance thermal management
Thermal management is crucial in systems because high operating temperatures are the leading cause of electronic component failures.
Three-layer armor defends vehicles against mines, rockets, drones
The systems from Plasan — dubbed LAPS, ATHENA and TAPS — each concentrates on a specific weakness that traditional armor struggles to address without the addition of extra weight.
New heat-compressed silk material beats wood in strength, challenges Kevlar, carbon fiber
The team reported that the resulting material performed comparable to advanced composites in terms of strength and toughness, while also remaining biocompatible and tunable for medical applications.
Hydrogen electrolysis finds some unlikely water sources
Despite its overwhelming positivity, green hydrogen production is costly. Renewable resources are still not widespread in adoption.
US scientists develop new way to detect chemical weapons, nerve agents
According to its developers, the new approach can detect pinacolyl alcohol (PA), which is a unique marker for the nerve agent Soman in environmental samples.
Biodegradable fruit wash removes pesticides, extends freshness
The wash is composed of a mixture of starch nanoparticles, tannic acid and iron. The team explained that it selected starch, which is a plant-based material, because it can form films.
Injectable hydrogel eases osteoarthritis pain, restores cartilage
The team suggests that the lacosamide functions as a dual-purpose treatment that simultaneously alleviated joint pain and reversed cartilage damage in osteoarthritis — particularly when a specialized hydrogel is used to deliver the drug directly into the joint.
From yeast to structures: Baked biomaterial enables 3D-printed architecture
The new material is comprised of baker's yeast, cellulose fibers from wood, alginate from algae, glycerol from plants and water. Altogether, these ingredients create a type of hydrogel that can be 3D printed.
Tea leaves and mussels inspire new eco-friendly bio-adhesive
Beyond its robust adhesive qualities, TEAGEL is expected to be sustainable and biocompatible. The tea leaves also reportedly deliver antioxidant and antibacterial properties.
New brain sensor detects infections earlier through continuous monitoring
To improve patient outcomes and potentially cut costs, researchers developed a system for continuously monitoring brain fluid for early signs of infection and reduced flow.
Next-gen heat pump to keep Amazon cool
The system can cool a commercial facility using 40% less energy relative to conventional HVAC options.
Adhesive and sealant market in North America to reach $30.74 billion by 2030
The U.S. accounts for 80.6% of regional volume, with Canada and Mexico contributing 11.6% and 7.7% respectively.
New lightweight polymer from Waterloo blocks X-rays without heavy metals
The new material offers comparable radiation shielding performance while weighing 90% less than traditional lead-based protective garments.
Living bandage expedites healing for a wide range of wounds
The team developed the patch because conventional delivery approaches tend to be limited by rapid degradation and poor retention at the wound site.
Sand control system boosts complex well productivity
This system reduces rig time, lowers total cost of ownership for operators and safely improves well productivity as complexity increases.
Crushed oyster shells help create ultra-light magnesium foam for vehicles, armor
The team believes the material could potentially find use cases in shipbuilding, aviation or protective clothing such as safety vests or protectors.
Researchers turn jackfruit latex into potential therapy for severe gum disease
To treat this chronic inflammatory disease, which leads to the eventual destruction of the tissues that support teeth, thereby resulting in bone resorption and loss of attachment, the team concentrated on natural, bioactive biomaterials.
Understanding pH troubleshooting: A complete overview
Consider these mechanical, cable, calibration and electrode issues to avoid any problems that might be encountered during pH measurement.