Materials and Chemicals

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  • Thermoplastic hydraulic hose: Versatile solutions for complex designs

    Explore the fundamentals of hydraulic hose design with a focus on thermoplastic hydraulic hoses and their applications in modern machinery.

  • Coffee and mushroom mix promises compostable plastic alternative

    Recognizing that coffee is ideal for growing fungus, which forms a "mycelial skin’ that binds loose substances together to create a water-resistant, lightweight material, the team devised a system for turning coffee grounds into a paste that can be used to 3D print objects.

  • ARBURG at Chinaplas 2025

    Two ALLROUNDER GOLDEN ELECTRIC EVO machines will demonstrate reliable liquid silicone processing and the efficient production of mass-produced medical products.

  • Mapped: Global health risks of groundwater sulfate

    The extent of this potable water hazard is depicted in a new high-resolution global groundwater sulfate distribution map.

  • Zwitterion coating could stop blood clots on medical implants

    The researchers sought to extend the lifespan of medical implants with their Zwitterionic coating, which was applied to material in a layer just a few nanometers thick.

  • Sizing up potholes with AI

    To develop the algorithm, the team tested different algorithms’ abilities to forecast how well asphalt pavements made with reclaimed materials withstood moisture

  • Protecting electric actuators: Strategies to prevent corrosion and ensure longevity

    Understanding the causes of corrosion and implementing effective protective measures is critical to ensuring the reliability, efficiency and longevity of electric actuators.

  • New wireless device detects COVID, vitamin C instantly

    The researchers explained that by simultaneously detecting the virus and vitamin C levels, the test might help individuals and their healthcare providers determine more effective treatment options.

  • Powered by leftovers: The promise of food waste-to-energy solutions

    What if two problems could be addressed by a single solution — one that diminishes food waste by turning it into energy?

  • ELANTAS North America, Inc. set to unveil newly developed electronic insulation materials at IPC APEX EXPO 2025

    The company will showcase its latest advancements in electronic insulation designed to enhance the performance and reliability of electronic printed circuit boards and components.

  • MIT engineers develop mussel-inspired super glue to stop infections

    In the lab, the mussel-mucus-inspired hydroglue was deposited on glass surfaces with bacteria overnight, where it successfully prevented bacteria from forming a biofilm.

  • China to breathe new life into old wind turbine blades for stronger, crack-free roads

    The mixtures were trialed on a small stretch of the Qingfu Highway in Lanzhou in Gansu province in Northwest China where it showed promising results.

  • Fasten-ating innovation: Internal threading of sapphire, quartz, alumina and zirconia

    This advanced technique for precise and reliable internal threading of exceptionally hard materials allows for new opportunities across the aerospace and defense, medical devices, optics and semiconductor industries.

  • The engineering advantages of protective robot suits

    Explore the engineering benefits of protective robot suits and their role in enhancing durability, improving functionality and reducing maintenance overhead.

  • meviy introduces aluminum composite plate for sheet metal processing

    The aluminum composite plate is ideal for those looking to reduce part weight while maintaining structural integrity.

  • Team using ‘electrically assisted wind’ to fight fire

    The new firefighting device, dubbed the Vortex Launcher, is a more environmentally friendly option than traditional firefighting tools like chemical foams, which tend to be toxic, and hydrants, which tend to deplete water supplies.

  • Take a virtual tour of the world's largest clean ammonia facility

    Make a virtual visit to the first large-scale clean ammonia facility planned to be built in the U.S.

  • Best practices for small scale chemical storage

    Chemical disposal services are available for hire that will handle the final disposal of chemicals, removing old chemicals and providing new waste containers. Between chemical pickups, chemicals should be stored using the concepts in this article.

  • Self-healing asphalt promises to eliminate potholes for good

    The self-healing asphalt features bio-based microcapsules composed of spores, which are tiny porous materials derived from plants. These spores are filled with recycled oils that are released as the asphalt begins to fracture.

  • US sweat sensors use nanoparticle ink for real-time health tracking

    Suggesting that this technology could help pave the way for personalized healthcare, the researchers devised a way for mass-producing a wearable sensor that monitors desired levels of drugs present in the human body.

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