HEADLINES ARCHIVE
Patent-pending tech promises to change oil and gas industry
PCT LTD and Nano Gas Technologies announce patent-pending technology that is expected to change the oil and gas industry.
The future in hose assembly: Smart crimping
Internet of things-enabled crimpers have dramatically improved crimp production by keeping track of important data, simplifying maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
Ulbrinox receives IATF 16949:2016 accreditation
The certification focuses on quality in specific ways and in all facets of the automotive market.
3D-printed assisted suicide pod receives approval for use in Switzerland
Netherlands-based Exit International has received approval for the legal operation of its assisted suicide 3D-printed Sarco pod in Switzerland.
Quality assurance in fastener assembly
It is more important than ever for quality assurance teams to provide effective support for workers in every step of the assembly process.
Reducing nitrate in groundwater with organic carbon
Nitrate degradation is enhanced by adding carbon-containing substances to groundwater.
Video: Robotape automates the industrial taping process
The automated platform is entirely flexible to the user’s needs, relying solely on programming to position and apply the tape for complicated tasks.
AI boosts water desalination efficiency
An artificial intelligence (AI)-based method streamlines graphene membrane design for reverse osmosis desalination applications.
Materials that Matter (Dec. 12-18)
It is impossible to adequately convey the immense magnitude of materials science in just a handful or articles. But we'll try.
Guidance for measuring recycled content of automotive products
A common industry-supported definition and approach are outlined for measuring recycled content of automotive products consistent with those approaches outlined in other standards.
New compounds incorporate pre-consumer recycled glass fiber to accelerate carbon neutrality
SABIC incorporates pre-consumer recycled glass fiber diverted from the waste stream of industrial processes into the materials.
Critical need for eco-friendly firefighting foam
Currently there is nothing on the market that comes close to the effectiveness of AFFF that could be considered environmentally friendly and a deadline is fast approaching.
3M thermally conductive products now available at Heilind Electronics
The products are designed to provide a preferential heat-transfer between heat-generating components and heat sinks or other cooling devices.
Structural bonding adhesive for EV battery applications
The curing adhesive reliably protects sensitive electric vehicle (EV) batteries from shocks, vibrations and other harmful effects.
First commercial passenger flight with 100% SAF
On December 1, 2021, United Airlines operated the world's first passenger flight using 100% sustainable aviation fuel (SAF).
Resins feature flame retardancy and impact resistance for EV battery modules
The resins address key requirements for electric vehicle (EV) batteries for improved safety, range and power with enhanced flame retardancy and impact strength.
Consent-based siting program revived for spent nuclear fuel
The U.S. Department of Energy has issued a request for information on a consent-based siting process that would be used to identify sites to store the nation’s spent nuclear fuel.
Tape keeps the lead inside perovskite solar cells
The transparent film mitigates the environmental risk posed by the release of lead if a perovskite panel is damaged.
3D ink could pave the way for living structures
The team devised a way to engineer Escherichia coli (E. coli) — bacteria found in the environment, foods and intestines of people and animals — to use as the foundation for the ink.
Diversified Ulbrich of Canada achieves AS 9120 B certification
The certification affords the opportunity to participate in the high-profile aerospace industry in a new way and expand innovative markets within that space.