Materials and Chemicals

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  • Medical device packaging reimagined as entirely new medical device

    In addition to the instrument openers, the team also used the recovered packaging to manufacture handles for reusable and steerable instruments designed for advanced keyhole surgery.

  • How do you use dual curing (UV light + heat) adhesives?

    Learn how dual curing adhesives use both UV light and heat for curing.

  • Successful 100% sustainable aviation fuel test flight

    Rolls-Royce conducted a successful test flight of its 747 Flying Testbed aircraft using 100% sustainable aviation fuel.

  • Tools for fastening steel I-beams and wood in residential construction

    PowerLite tools are extremely powerful, yet their size is up to 40% smaller and up to 30% lighter than conventional alternatives.

  • The Able Electropolishing Advantage for metal fasteners

    Watch Able’s latest video on the Electropolishing Advantage for fasteners and other critical metal parts.

  • Study: Biological dispersants more effective than synthetic dispersants for degrading crude oil

    A new study suggests that biological dispersants encourage the breakdown of toxic chemicals in crude oil better than synthetic chemical dispersants.

  • Gel tags could prevent consumer goods from being counterfeited

    The gel tags can be attached to various surface geometries and washed away with an organic solvent.

  • GM, GE team to create a rare earth supply chain

    The companies intend to create a stockpile of rare earths.

  • Fiber material promises to thwart biological and chemical threats

    The MOF material is capable of deactivating toxic nerve agents — such as those used in chemical warfare — and biological threats like COVID-19.

  • Proximity to oil and gas fields increases air pollution exposure risk

    Oil and gas wells are emitting toxic particulate matter, carbon monoxide, nitrous oxide, ozone and volatile organic compounds, all of which may increase the risk of adverse health outcomes, including preterm birth, asthma and heart disease.

  • Sensor detects pesticides, bacteria on fruits and vegetables

    The sensor can detect signs of bacteria, chemicals on produce using light particles.

  • Sustainable jet fuel cuts the mustard – and emissions

    Carinata, a non-edible oilseed mustard crop, can be cultivated to produce an aviation fuel with low carbon emissions.

  • Nuclear transport ship is fully recycled

    The decommissioned nuclear transport ship has been fully recycled, a first for the U.K.

  • Transparent film for building exteriors protects for decades

    Coating promises to extend lifetime of building facades, signage.

  • Oil and gas components can now be 3D printed on-site

    Process can reduce wait times for repairs, replacements.

  • Team devising a DIY approach to coating masks

    Antiviral coating could be applied at home.

  • Researchers develop sensor that specifically, precisely detects molecules

    Researchers have developed a novel sensor for gas molecules.

  • The value of powder metallurgy in the automotive market

    Watch this video of a grand prize award winning stepped planetary gear set for an electric light commercial vehicle made for Dana Corporation.

  • Cold spray system keeps hydro turbines spinning

    The process deposits tiny metal particles onto damaged areas of a turbine at supersonic speeds.

  • Video: Sheffield engineers develop track-cleaning technology

    A track-cleaning technology for removing leaves from railway lines could potentially reduce rail delays.

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