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Weaving electronics into firefighting gear to reduce rates of injury and mortality
To create the suits, researchers wove PBO into the fabric and then irradiated it with a carbon dioxide infrared laser, resulting in Janus graphene/PBO hybrid suits and masks.
Taking the "sting" out of construction
So-called “Bee Bricks” could potentially provide habitats for solitary bees who are considered master pollinators, according to the researchers.
Framework compares closed-loop plastics recycling routes
The techno-economic performance of plastic recycling technologies is compared and characterized.
Team turns fabric into protective gear using smart coating
According to its developers, the coating responds to toxic gases in the air, converting them into less toxic substances and trapping them in the fabric.
Video: Cutting carbon capture and conversion costs
A new system slashes the cost of carbon dioxide recovery from flue gas emissions and converts it into methanol.
Shape-shifting material could help robots "make a break for it"
Inspired by the shape-shifting sea cucumber, engineers developed the phase-shifting material called "magnetoactive solid-liquid phase transitional machine.”
Microneedle bandage promises to halt blood loss, save lives
The researchers suggest that the biocompatible and biodegradable microneedle arrays (MNAs) can be directly applied to a standard adhesive bandage.
Ultrathin membrane enhances desalination efficiency
Ultrathin polymer-based ordered membranes that effectively remove salt from seawater and brine offer a promising alternative to existing water desalination systems.
Henkel launches new adhesive for high performance ADAS sensor assembly
The dual cure adhesive provides a very high cure depth after only a few seconds of exposure to ultraviolet light.
At Photonics West 2023: SABIC to highlight specialized thermoplastics to enable higher-bandwidth, lower-energy data centers
New thermoplastic materials engineered for advanced optical components that support industry trends, such as the migration to co-packaged optics and single-mode fiber optic systems, will be showcased.
Virtek’s laser solutions for welded assembly
Virtek’s Iris 3D for welded assembly applications combines laser projection with 3D vision technology to locate a part in 3D space instantaneously.
Advanced materials for energy storage
The proliferation of mobile devices and electric vehicles has stimulated the development of energy storage technologies such as batteries and supercapacitors with enhanced power and energy density.
Researchers aim to develop non-flammable cotton fabrics
The researchers discovered 11 strains of cotton that demonstrated flame-retardant characteristics by burning samples in their native form.
Engineered thermal insulation for industrial applications
Choosing the right thermal insulation is imperative for energy conservation, operating efficiencies, and the health and safety of personnel.
Strengthening the US phasedown of HFCs
A new rule restricts use of polluting hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) in certain products and equipment where more climate friendly alternatives are available.
A salty, efficient refrigeration cycle
The ionocaloric refrigeration cycle exploits the large temperature change obtained by melting a “special ice” when put in contact with a specific salt.
Available online: CGA Handbook of Compressed Gases
The electronic format provides information on the properties, uses, emergency response, safety and special handling considerations for 58 of the most common compressed gases.
Potential net-zero aviation fuel captures CO2
The sustainable aviation fuel would significantly reduce long-haul flight emissions.
Geogenic vs anthropogenic pollutants in US groundwater
Geologically derived constituents have a larger effect on the quality of groundwater used for public supply than anthropogenic constituents.
ETH Zurich team creates precision arm for tiny robots
The ETH Zurich team combined conventional robotics and microfluidics, resulting in a device that uses ultrasound and that can be attached to a robotic arm.