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Process lowers cost, raises efficiency of hydrogen transport
The photocatalytic process simplifies the extraction of hydrogen gas from liquid carriers.
Edible QR codes can be used as anti-counterfeiting tool
The QR code on the fluorescent silk tag is imperceptible to the unaided eye. Likewise, the tags are also edible and do not affect the taste of the whiskey.
Antimicrobial plant-based food wrap promises to replace plastic
Using technology called focused rotary jet spinning, the Rutgers team produced polysaccharide/biopolymer-based fibers spun from a heating device. This stringy material can reportedly be shrink-wrapped around an assortment of foods such as avocado or a sirloin steak.
Phase out for plastics in US national parks
The use of single-use plastic products and packaging in 423 U.S. national parks will be phased out by 2032.
2022 State of the powder metallurgy industry in North America
Despite global supply chain challenges, the future appears promising for the North American powder metallurgy sector.
Roofing shingles with the ability to combat smog
The granules incorporate a photocatalyst that reacts with UV light to turn the nitrogen oxides in smog into a form of nitrogen that is usable by plants.
Gel fills holes in tooth enamel
Swiss company vVardis, a maker of oral health products, has created the gel, which infuses tooth enamel with calcium, phosphate and other essential substances.
Report: Oil and gas brine suppresses dust as well as rainwater
The common practice of suppressing dust using oil and gas wastewater is as effective as using rainwater — and without the potential for polluting nearby waterways with runoff containing assorted, and potentially hazardous, chemicals.
New technology promises to capture oil, other contaminants from the ocean
Using nanotubes composed of halloysite, a clay mineral, and magnetite, a magnetic mineral, the team of scientists proposes applying a magnetic field to the so-called stain to pull it out.
How to take the “forever’’ out of PFAS forever chemicals
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) may no longer be the toxic “forever chemicals” that are so difficult to remove from water systems.
SABIC at K Show 2022: Making the change real
The company will showcase solutions promoting a circular economy for plastics and a clean air economy through the transition to product electrification.
Researchers discover superworms that eat through plastic
According to University of Queensland scientists, the common Zophobas morio ‘superworm’ can eat through polystyrene — a synthetic aromatic hydrocarbon polymer derived from the monomer known as styrene — due to a bacterial enzyme present in the worm’s gut.
Video: SwRI automates aircraft surface prep
Using the technology, the SwRI team demonstrate that robots could autonomously sand and prepare surfaces on aircraft and other machinery.
Method for recycling water used in fracking and drilling developed by University of Pittsburgh engineers
According to the engineering team, using the new membrane distillation technology, drillers can filter and re-use the produced water within the oil and gas industry, among other industries.
Coating enables paper to behave like plastic
In total, the combination of chemicals used to create the coating reportedly easily breaks down over time, unlike traditional plastic, which does not quickly degrade.
A new life for old toys
A toy takeback initiative launched by Mattel recycles unwanted Barbie dolls, Matchbox toys and non-electronic Fischer-Price playthings.
Edible cement the future of construction?
To develop edible cement, researchers experimented with various types of food waste, drying, pulverizing and then compressing the ingredients with simple mixers and compressors.
Cancer-causing chemical exposure among firefighters to be measured with silicone wristbands
The Duke University research team suggests that simple silicone wristbands could be a tool for tracking what chemicals firefighters are coming into contact with and where during the course of their daily firefighting activities.
Team creates rewritable UV-sensitive surfaces
Reusable up to 50 times, the light-sensitive, rewritable system is being eyed for daily transport tickets, sensor technology, data storage and information boards, for example.
Hermetic Solutions DiaCool™ materials offer superior thermal management for the next generation of higher power density
Higher power density systems require more advanced techniques and materials to dissipate potentially higher heat loads that left unchecked may compromise electronic system performance or reduce system lifetimes.