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Researchers incorporate waste glass into concrete
When used to gradually replace basalt aggregate — a conventional aggregate used in concrete — ground waste glass reportedly reduced the thermal conductivity of concrete by one fifth.
Researchers discover new type of fracking-induced earthquake
A Canadian-German research team have documented a new type of earthquake in an injection environment in British Columbia.
Machine learning tech tests nuclear components
The platform detects and quantifies radiation-induced defects instantaneously and could be extended to interpret other microscopy data.
Report reveals double the number of abandoned oil and gas wells in US than previous reports
The new memo revealed that there are currently over 130,000 documented abandoned, or orphaned, wells, whereas a 2019 report from the Interior reported an estimated 56,600 orphaned wells throughout roughly 30 states.
Floating nuclear reactors withstand hurricane-speed winds, dangerous undercurrents
A model of the 60 MW reactors was subjected to winds that reached hurricane speeds along with strong waves and undercurrents. During those tests, the reactors stayed upright, according to the researchers.
New tool monitors changes in fracking fluid, sand concentrations via ultrasound
SoundWater Technologies, LLC has announced the availability of a new product to monitor changes in fracking fluid and sand concentrations using ultrasound.
3D-printed model reveals secrets for improved fracking
The model could eventually be used to make determinations about ideal proppant placement, concentrations and types for optimal results, thereby improving hydraulic fracturing.
Solar supercap supplies power for EVs
Used as a structural component in electric vehicles (EVs), the composite panels can improve vehicle sustainability and energy efficiency.
Advanced analytical techniques bolster battery design
Researchers artificially generated the representative architecture of a lithium-ion electrode particle with sub-particle grain detail, broadening opportunities for battery design improvements.
Heraeus expands its portfolio for semi-finished quartz materials
Its portfolio for semi-finished quartz materials for the semiconductor industry expands with acquisition of the Korean company HS Advanced Materials.
Electromagnetic stirring solution improves steel quality, productivity
Non-contact electromagnetic stirring technology is applied to increase mixing zone volume for virtually the entire Tundish with higher flow speeds, elimination of dead zones and homogenization of temperature.
New thermoplastic rubber with high impact punch
This material would be considered valuable in the automotive industry, especially as lightweight materials that can also withstand damage are highly sought.
CO2 capture facility in Canada's future
The first of its kind commercial facility will merge CO2 with hydrogen to produce gasoline, diesel and jet fuel that will burn cleaner and cost less.
Testing method gauges the safety of biomaterials
The testing protocol could form the basis of an early-warning system to flag materials that are not suitable for clinical use inside the human body.
Specialty coated fabrics solve tough design challenges
Specialty coated fabrics are ideal for applications where strength, protection and impermeability are essential.
Inhance Technologies takes step toward leading global sustainability
Inhance Technologies, LLC has recently announced that it has completed an acquisition of Advance Research Chemicals, Inc. (ARC), a global producer of specialty chemicals and materials used in a wide range of applications.
New material capable of absorbing supersonic projectile impacts
The protein-based family of material, dubbed Talin Shock Absorbing Materials (TSAM), is reportedly capable of absorbing supersonic projectile impacts.
New phosphate removal and recovery technology
New technology from Clean TeQ Water is designed to assist municipalities and industrial users in removing and recycling phosphorus from wastewater.
Database to support perovskite solar tech R&D
Data from peer-reviewed papers on metal-halide perovskite solar cells published to date are compiled in an open source database.
Coating removes ice, snow from solar panels
The clear coating, according to the researchers, is composed of polyvinyl chloride (PV) and polydimethylsiloxane (PDMS) plastic and silicone or vegetable-based oils.