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Durable, gas-tight polymer film set to strengthen coatings in solar cells, infrastructure
The researchers developed an ultrathin polymer film that completely blocks nitrogen and other gases, showing potential as a protective coating for solar cells, infrastructure, and food or medicine packaging.
ROLEC announces its latest diecast enclosures for defense electronics
These IP-rated diecast enclosures are suitable for electronics in tracked and wheeled vehicles, warships and fleet auxiliaries, training/simulation technology, military cranes and railways used for troop transport, logistics and supply.
Injectable hydrogels offer a new way to track biological activity within the body
The team at Washington University is working to develop granular hydrogels comprised of microparticles that could potentially be injected, spread over tissues or used to encapsulate cells to monitor or stimulate biological activity.
Assigning tamper-proof identities to everyday items with new hydrogel
To create a solution to this issue of counterfeiting objects and devices, the team turned the hidden structure of a soft, conductive hydrogel into a measurable signal that cannot be duplicated.
Material boosts battery and potable water output
The discovery offers a twofold benefit: improved sodium-ion battery performance and increased potable water supply.
Alluxa expands Learning Center with Bioz-powered content hub
Visit the Learning Center to explore the new Bioz content hub and stay informed on the latest developments in optical coating technologies.
Modern approaches to bioprinting technology
Bioprinting combines principles from biology, materials science and manufacturing to create living structures from cells. Instead of printing with plastic or metal, these systems use bioinks made from cells and hydrogels to build tissue-like materials layer by layer.
Skin-like organic biosensors enable real-time health monitoring
The new biosensors, which are devices capable of converting biological responses into measurable electrical signals, feature a unique design that promises to enable the collection of reliable recordings under assorted environmental conditions.
New electric method clears frost from cars, planes — No heat or chemicals required
The deicing method dubbed electrostatic defrosting (EDF) taps into ice’s inherent electrical properties for frost removal.
Shape-memory alloys promises to help prevent damage to railroad tracks
During trials of ties warped by simulated rail traffic, the team found that they returned to their original state with SMAs activated by induction heating.
SAFE unveils new screw compressor for applications in the biogas and biomethane segments
The new screw-compressor range spans installed power up to 400 kW, making it suitable for integration in both small- and large-scale plants.
Indium Corporation is electrifying the future with advanced materials solutions at Productronica
The company will present its solder paste alloy and other advanced materials solutions for power device packaging and electronic assembly.
More precision. more variety. more future — Live at Productronica with ViscoTec
The new vipro-PUMP L and vipro-DUO L dispensers, as well as the new vipro-FEED L plus emptying system, will be introduced.
Team develops composite metal foam to enhance safety in hazardous material transport
The team created a computational model capable of determining what thickness of CMF is required to offer the desired level of protection necessary for any given application.
Liquid metal framework heals bones while fighting infection
Future applications for the material could range from antimicrobial bone fillers and spinal fusion materials to 3D-printed scaffolds for cancer-related bone loss, diabetic foot and other high-risk infections, according to the Flinders' team.
New wearable patch enables battery-free, non-invasive skin cancer detection
The team determined that the patch clearly distinguished between healthy skin and potentially concerning spots, detecting unique electrical signals encountered with suspicious moles or lesions regardless of skin tone.
'Leaf' it to science: Faux foliage pummels pollution
The innovative device combines organic semiconductors with enzymes obtained from sulfate-reducing bacteria to break water down into hydrogen and oxygen or turn carbon dioxide into formate.
3D-printing approach could produce permanent dental crowns in just hours
The team suggests that the technique promises to transform crowns, bridges, veneers and other restorations by making them faster, more personalized and more convenient.
Process engineering: New extrusion process for seal profiles
Freudenberg Sealing Technologies is commissioning an extrusion line for sealing profiles vulcanized with molten salt, expanding its portfolio of vulcanized materials and geometries for demanding technical applications.
Toxins at the tap: A threat to public health
A trio of dangerous contaminants is widespread in U.S. potable water supplies, posing health threats to thousands of communities.