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New grades of iron offer enhanced machinability for fluid power applications
Dura-Bar recently introduced Solution Strengthened Ductile Iron as an alternative to several grades of steel and aluminum. The material features enhanced machinability, which Dura-Bar claims to yield productivity increases of approximately 30%.
Photocatalytic process produces hydrogen from wastewater treatment
The photocatalytic process was applied to brewery wastewater and generated hydrogen at twice the accepted rate for scalable water-splitting technologies.
Smart pill bottle may help fight prescription drug abuse
Scientists from King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia have developed sensors for a “smart pill bottle” that send wireless notifications when tampering, unsafe storage conditions or possible overdose are detected.
Daimler announces digital, fully automated, metal 3D-printing manufacturing system
Daimler, working with project partners Premium Aerotec and EOS, innovated a scalable, digital-only, metallic AM process for the production of replacement automotive parts, including parts for Daimler’s diesel truck, bus and passenger vehicle segments.
Watch a breakthrough in bioprinting replacement organs
A new open-source bioprinting method enables production of the complex vasculature needed to supply nutrients to densely populated tissues.
Controlling fluid viscosity in tank heating applications with electric heaters
Whether it is ensuring chemical reactions occur at the optimal temperature, preventing liquids from undergoing phase change to solids (freezing) or regulating fluid viscosity to guarantee smooth flow, precise fluid-temperature control is crucial to industrial operations.
MOF-coated textiles provide chemical weapon and agent protection
When used to functionalize fibers, the water-stable copper-based metal-organic framework (MOF) film captures and immobilizes hazardous chemicals.
British startup to test tech to fight air pollution, create food additive
Researchers from Imperial College of London and British startup Arborea are preparing to test technology that could battle air pollution while simultaneously creating a food additive.
Chemical toxicity testing without animal models
Evaluation of chemical toxicity has traditionally relied on the use of laboratory animal models or in vitro bioassays, protocols that may soon be eliminated in favor of a low-cost, high-speed algorithm.
Bacterial synthesis of biodegradable plastics
A photoautotrophic route based on bacterial consumption of carbon dioxide, solar energy and iron-donated electrons enhances bioplastic production.
Startup using discarded silkworm casings as alternative to harmful chemicals in the manufacturing of clothing
A Massachusetts-based startup is using discarded silkworm casings as a possible alternative to the chemicals used to treat clothing during manufacturing.
Research aims to improve gasifier operation for syngas production
The research will provide a greater understanding of the gasification process to guide optimal design and operation for improved gasifier performance.
Researchers use AI to detect corrosion, coating wear in ships, offshore structures
The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) together with data company SoftServe and Google Cloud have successfully completed a trial of artificial intelligence (AI) in the detection of coating breakdown and corrosion of offshore structures and ships.
Engineers create moveable, multi-ton masonry blocks
Engineers from a Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)-led research and design lab have created multi-ton masonry blocks that are moveable by hand.
Manufacturer debuts 'explosion-proof' tram cars for Tel Aviv tram line
A Chinese manufacturer has debuted explosion-proof tram cars designed for Tel Aviv’s new tram system.
Discover the power of press-and-sinter powder metallurgy
The automotive industry is the dominant market sector for conventional powder metallurgy (PM) components; however, PM has been recognized and used across the consumer marketplace. Learn the value of PM.
Laser-based metal additive manufacturing technology from Mitsubishi
Laser beams emitted through dual nozzles pass through surrounding metal powder, causing the powder to fuse at a focal point.
Metal-forming machine tools, Part 2A: Sheet metal conversion
Continuous coils of sheet metal are cut into blanks or sheets suitable for forming parts through converting operations such as slitting, sheeting, shearing, and punching. Modern production conversion and cutting processes are fast, highly efficient methods with varying degrees of flexibility and cost.
Cape Town to produce, build with plastic-enhanced bricks
A new kind of plastic-enhanced brick is expected to improve plastic waste issues in Cape Town, South Africa.
Video: Cleaner rocket fuel makes use of MOFs
Researchers engineered rocket fuel that is cleaner and safer than the hydrazine-containing hypergolic fuels currently used.