HEADLINES ARCHIVE
SABIC’S new SMT-capable ULTEM 3473 resin helps reduce weight of RF filters in 5G macro cells by up to 40%
The resin addresses the growing trend toward smaller, lighter 5G macro cells by providing a possible replacement for metal.
Team builds VX neurotoxin detector
Two proteins developed by the researchers can reportedly detect the deadly chemical warfare agent by changing shape when exposed to VX.
Surgical dressing kills cancer cells, promotes healing
The dressing enhances photothermal therapy following melanoma resection and destroys remaining cancer cells.
Rockwool's newest insulation design makes some structurally solid promises
The new industrial insulation design has been cleared as the lowest lambda stonewall insulation in the U.K.
New tool measures ventilation and indoor air quality
The Quick Indoor CO2 (QICO2) tool from NIST uses CO2 readings as captured by monitors in schools, residences and office spaces to measure appropriate levels of the gas — which is a hallmark of good ventilation and consequently, good indoor air quality.
Black Buffalo 3D working to shrink affordable housing gap
3D printing offers several ways to increase labor productivity, save costs and increase energy efficiency.
Solar tower yields carbon-neutral aviation fuel
The solar thermochemical system uses water, carbon dioxide and sunlight to produce kerosene.
Team eyes pineapple leaves for single-use masks
The research team from Gadjah Mada University discovered that pineapple leaves are a biodegradable fiber containing cellulose, hemicelluloses and lignin useful in the making of pineapple-based fiber masks.
Watch this octopus-inspired glove as it handles underwater objects
The so-called Octa-glove works much like the arms of an octopus when its suckers make a strong adhesive seal with objects of various shapes and sizes, according to the Virginia Tech researchers.
An energy-efficient mechanochemical route to hydrogen storage
The gas is stored in powder form via a ball milling process, providing a safe and simple way to store and transport hydrogen.
Research may lead the way to non-invasive skin swabs for COVID-19 detection
When measured against the collection of blood and saliva, the non-invasive swab collection of sebum proved to be nearly as effective at identifying the presence of COVID-19.
Seaweed-derived film proves effective sound dampener
The biodegradable seaweed-derived film reportedly dampens and absorbs sounds such as human voices, traffic and music, according to the researchers.
Coating heals vehicle scratches
Hindered urea — a dynamic covalent bond — was added to standard coating materials, thereby converting the chemical properties of the coating.
Companies expand access to nanostructured zinc-nickel fastener and bolting products for the oil and gas industry
Integran Technologies, Inc., Dipsol of America, Inc. and Sigma Fasteners, Inc. have announced an agreement to expand access to nanostructured zinc-nickel fastener and bolting products for the oil and gas industries worldwide.
DOE names Geothermal Lithium Extraction Prize finalists
The competition will foster development of technologies to lower costs and reduce environmental impacts of extracting lithium from geothermal brines.
Diversified Ulbrich upgrades processing capabilities with custom-built taping machine
The high-speed, high-precision tape line allows equipment operators to instantaneously change tape rolls with a “speed-loading” mechanism.
Video: CU Boulder laser tech detects methane leaks
Startup LongPath Technologies is using dual frequency comb laser spectrometers — originally developed for exploring how atoms work — to detect possible methane leaks from oil and gas activities.
Multilayer coating extends the lifetime of steel
To improve the corrosion resistance of steel, and thus extend its lifetime, researchers from the Korea Maritime and Ocean University have developed a multilayer coating that incorporates both Zn and Mg.
Scientists mimic the strength of limpet teeth in the lab
The researchers have mimicked the strength of the limpet tooth structure in the lab to create a new composite biomaterial that is strong but produces no associated waste products such as those produced in the making of Kevlar, for instance.
Team achieves oil-water separation using all cellulose composite filter paper
The new process reportedly enabled the researchers to develop low cost, environmentally friendly membrane materials for oil-water separation derived from plants.