Materials and Chemicals

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  • Understanding the extensive benefits of total linear positioning systems

    Customer needs have called for production equipment with ever greater precision and throughput.

  • Some of the latest trends in parabolic trough collector design

    Efforts to improve the performance and cost of parabolic trough collector systems focus on geometry, working fluids and choice of engineering materials.

  • A Northwestern sensor detects organ transplant rejection faster

    The ultra-thin, 0.3 cm wide, 0.7 cm long and 220 microns thick sensor — which is thinner than a human hair — has been designed to adhere to the surface of a transplanted organ and features an extremely sensitive thermometer.

  • Leader Tech introduces new, revolutionary high-performance thermal products

    New products based on graphene, indium and carbon fiber promise to revolutionize the field of thermal management.

  • Arburg at Formnext 2023: Additive processing of high-temperature plastic, carbon fibers and liquid silicone

    A range of products for industrial additive manufacturing based on granulates, filaments and liquid silicone will be demonstrated.

  • Avery Dennison launches Volt Tough electrical insulation tapes

    The new portfolio offers a wide range of solutions to challenges with high voltages inside electric vehicle battery packs.

  • Researchers produce gene-edited spider silk

    Donghua researchers opted to synthesize spider silk from genetically engineered silkworms to create a sustainable alternative for synthetic fibers.

  • Team 3D prints objects with coffee grounds

    Using a paste of spent coffee grounds, water and other sustainable ingredients, the team developed an approach for 3D printing a range of objects including craft jewelry, pots for plants and espresso cups, for example.

  • Heilind Electronics presents Heyco SunStrap PVC coated stainless steel straps

    The reusable design means that maintenance tasks can be performed without tedious cutting, removal and replacing of traditional ties.

  • An asphalt binder alternative that is less toxic that current blends

    AirDuo’s AP1 paving mixture is comprised of low-carbon, bio-based materials that are reportedly less toxic than bitumen and also serves as a toxicity filter.

  • New 3D printing resins for medical and dental

    The introduction of 3D printing resins for medical and dental applications presents a revolutionary opportunity to reshape the way healthcare and dentistry services are delivered around the world.

  • Perishable food 'smart packaging' system for transport in development

    The smart packaging system is energy-efficient and could potentially lead to a more cost-effective supply chain for distributors, higher quality foods for consumers and savings for food producers.

  • Study: Green nudges could drastically cut plastic waste

    The new study examined how food delivery platforms could potentially change consumer behavior with so-called green nudges.

  • This artificial olfactory system detects food spoilage in real-time

    The AOS developed by Seoul National University researchers reportedly requires little energy to operate unlike similar AOSs that consume considerable energy.

  • A basic introduction to heat exchangers

    Various types of heat exchangers exist today, each with unique characteristics to cater to diverse industrial needs. Knowledge of these types of heat exchangers and the underlying principles that govern their desirable operation is vital for engineers and technicians.

  • Researchers introduce a device for passively removing snow from solar panels

    The strip device, which is called Snow-Free Solar, passively removes snow when applied to the lower ledge of solar panels.

  • Surrey research promises an end to potholes

    The team of Surrey scientists is developing graphene-enhanced microcapsules to improve heat conduction and storage in the soil below road surfaces.

  • Mapped: The presence of PFAS in US drinking water

    At least 45% of the nation’s tap water is estimated to have one or more types of these forever chemicals.

  • Arburg at Plastimagen 2023: Strengthening Mexico for an international future

    An efficient turnkey application built around a vertical Allrounder will be on display, as will a sustainable packaging application with a hybrid injection molding exhibit.

  • Thin film ellipsometry of material thickness at the low micron scale

    The technique delivers better resolution and data acquisition that is three orders of magnitude faster than traditional methods.

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