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Igus introduces new environmentally friendly PFAS- and PTFE-free bearing material
This new material aligns with the growing global regulatory focus on limiting the use of harmful substances in industrial and consumer products.
Do away with thermal runaway
A new temperature-responsive material is reportedly capable of suppressing battery overheating and flammability.
A bubbly approach to PFAS-free water
A scalable hydrodynamic cavitation reactor generates and collapses small bubbles to eliminate these toxic chemicals from potable water.
New patch promises 70X stronger adhesion, crack prevention
The so-called "programmable meta patch" reportedly prevents cracking over both small and large areas.
New light-powered microrobots can swim through mucus
The microrobots can be powered by a synthetic material called liquid crystalline elastomer to overcome difficult environments like mucus.
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ARBURGadditive: Premiere Freeformer 550-3X and innovative 3D printing applications
The company will showcase interesting applications, research projects and material developments for the mobility, medical technology and electronics industries, among others.
Conductive adhesive secures flexible solar cells
The adhesive can offer an alternative to solder joints in applications subjected to vibration, oscillation or rapid temperature changes.
pH Measurements: Use cases in the paint industry
Explore how the paint industry leverages pH measurement for quality control and process optimization.
Tungsten carbide: A path to replace chrome plating on work rolls
Linde's EXOGARD process improves economics for replacing chrome plating with its EXOFILM and EXOSHIELD family of coatings.
Harvesting electricity from room temperature heat
An organic thermoelectric generator taps the relatively low energy available from room temperature, without the need for a heat gradient.
Nasal spray protects against flu, pneumonia, COVID-19
The new spray, dubbed Pathogen Capture and Neutralizing Spray (PCANS), was developed using ingredients from the FDA’s Inactive Ingredient Database (IID) and Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) list.
Octopus-inspired adhesive can grip objects, even underwater
The adhesive is capable of attaching to rough, curved, irregular surfaces and different fluids with exceptional strength.
Victrex announces full commercial availability of LMPAEK Granules and Powders: Elevating performance and process efficiency in thermoplastic applications
These polymers offer proven high-temperature performance, lightweighting benefits and exceptional processability across a broad range of industries and applications.
ARBURGadditive: Applications for injection molders in industrial 3D printing
At Fakuma 2024, Arburg is showcasing two exhibits used for industrial additive manufacturing, focusing on applications that are of particular interest to injection molding customers.
Silver nanoparticle–based self-hygienic resin developed for use in dental applications
The researchers used a mechanical coating technique with a concentration of less than 0.03% silver without the need for additional equipment.
Roundworms may be key to scar-free healing
To potentially treat deep injuries that affect the dermis and often lead to scar tissue, the team focused on the roundworm, which naturally infests the intestines of rodents.
EPA launches Water Quality Indicators tool
Users can analyze water data and identify pollution problems in their communities including the potential polluters.
Moonshine: Harvesting water for lunar missions
A process for harvesting water in situ from lunar regolith will help support future missions to the Moon.
Allrounder 370 A: Paper injection molding innovation at Fakuma 2024
The innovative injection molding process paves the way for new, paper fiber-based applications and products.