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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.
PFAS risk communication toolkits for water utilities
The toolkits provide information on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) for both public education and sampling guidance.
Video: Carbon storage in depleted offshore oil and gas fields
Project Greensand is expected to start storing up to 1.4 million tons of carbon dioxide annually by 2025 in the depleted Nini oil and gas field in the Danish North Sea.
Stuck On Adhesives (Feb. 5-11)
The realm of adhesives takes advanced chemistry and application study, to determine which solution provides the right bonding properties, in the optimal delivery system, for the right interval.
New catalyst discovery could lead to renewable paints, coatings, diapers
The catalyst enables the conversion of renewable materials like trees and corn to the acrylic acid and acrylates used in the making of paints, coatings and superabsorbent polymers.
New technique bonds polymers to galvanized steel
Because traditional methods for bonding polymers to galvanized steel are typically unsuitable for mass production, oftentimes requiring harsh chemicals or specialized equipment, the team devised a better method.
Reducing the environmental impact of ammonia production
Follow along with Engineering360 with a look at the efforts currently underway to make the ammonia production process green.
New nasal spray promises to absorb COVID-19, other viruses
According to the team, the engineered filament will behave like a sponge, absorbing viruses before they bind to cells within the body’s airways.