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Foldable MXene Polymer Nanocomposite Material Features High Strength and Conductivity

Researchers have developed an advanced polymer nanomaterial that is electrically conductive, strong, and yet flexible enough to be folded easily. The material offers a new approach to improve aerospace components, flexible armor, water filtration, and electrical energy storage. The research was a joint effort of the Dalian University of Technology in China and the Drexel University.

12 Nov 2014

XEI Scientific Launches the Revolutionary Evactron EP Plasma Cleaning System for Physicists and Materials Scientists who Build and use Their Own Vacuum Systems

XEI Scientific Inc. announces the release of the Evactron® EP at the annual meeting of the American Vacuum Society in Baltimore, MD. This provides a new approach to plasma cleaning designed for those in the physics and materials science communities building and using custom-designed vacuum systems.

From XEI Scientific 10 Nov 2014

Dirty Chambers are a Thing of the Past Thanks to the EP from XEI

The revolutionary Evactron® Remote Plasma Cleaner will be introduced by XEI Scientific at AVS, Booth #212.

From XEI Scientific 6 Nov 2014

ALD Technique Creates Highly Conductive and Robust Tungsten-On-Kevlar Yarns

Researchers from North Carolina State University have been working on novel techniques to apply industrial semiconductor processes to substrates, such as fabrics and textiles, to “weave together” multifunctional materials.

3 Nov 2014

Toyota and Brookhaven Lab to Explore Chemical Reactions of Mg Batteries

Toyota is collaborating with the Brookhaven National Laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy to explore the molecular structure and monitor chemical reactions in rechargeable magnesium batteries. Mg batteries are considered as an ideal candidate for replacing the existing Li ion batteries due to the abundance of Mg and its greater storage capacity. Lithium ion batteries have a lot of limitations in cost, durability and energy density and are not ideal for large-scale uses such as in electric or hybrid vehicles.

31 Oct 2014

Daylight Solutions and Thorlabs Announce Strategic Partnership for Defense and Security Markets

Daylight Solutions, Inc. and Thorlabs have announced the formation of a strategic partnership to advance the development of quantum cascade lasers.

From Daylight Solutions Inc. 31 Oct 2014

New Method Calculates Multi-Phase Electrical Properties of Thermoelectric Materials

Researchers at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have developed a new technique to analyze multi-phase electrical properties of thermoelectric materials. They have found that combining various solid phases could improve the performance of thermoelectric materials.

30 Oct 2014

MRS to Honor UC Berkeley Physics Professor with 2014 Von Hippel Award

The 2014 Von Hippel Award, the Materials Research Society’s (MRS) highest honor, will be presented to Marvin L. Cohen, University Professor of Physics at the University of California, Berkeley (UC–Berkeley) and senior scientist in the Materials Sciences Division of the Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory.

From Materials Research Society (MRS) 29 Oct 2014

$Researchers Observe Semiconductor-Metal Transition Using Ultrafast Electron Diffraction$

Researchers Observe Semiconductor-Metal Transition Using Ultrafast Electron Diffraction

Researchers at McGill University have conducted ultrafast electron diffraction experiments to study the semiconductor-metal transition of vanadium dioxide (VO2), during which they observed the reorganizations of the atomic positions of the material and its electron distribution, simultaneously. This transformation occurs at femtosecond time scales, which is in the range of one millionth of a billionth of a second.

28 Oct 2014

Three-Dimensional Isotropic Metamaterials Naturally Bend

Scientists from RIKEN along with researchers from ITRC, NAR Labs in Taiwan have achieved a significant breakthrough by creating a large isotropic metamaterial up to 4 x 4mm² in size using a split-ring resonator (SRR).

27 Oct 2014

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Materials Research News

Foldable MXene Polymer Nanocomposite Material Features High Strength and Conductivity

XEI Scientific Launches the Revolutionary Evactron EP Plasma Cleaning System for Physicists and Materials Scientists who Build and use Their Own Vacuum Systems

Dirty Chambers are a Thing of the Past Thanks to the EP from XEI

ALD Technique Creates Highly Conductive and Robust Tungsten-On-Kevlar Yarns

Toyota and Brookhaven Lab to Explore Chemical Reactions of Mg Batteries

Daylight Solutions and Thorlabs Announce Strategic Partnership for Defense and Security Markets

New Method Calculates Multi-Phase Electrical Properties of Thermoelectric Materials

MRS to Honor UC Berkeley Physics Professor with 2014 Von Hippel Award

Researchers Observe Semiconductor-Metal Transition Using Ultrafast Electron Diffraction

Three-Dimensional Isotropic Metamaterials Naturally Bend

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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Exploring Wet Granulation in Tablet Manufacturing

Going the Extra Mile: Why Use Agitated Nutsche Filter Dryers (ANFDs) Instead of Büchner Funnels for Solid-Liquid Separation

Choosing the Ideal Automotive Bonding Tape: Testing Methods for Optimal Performance

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Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Materials Research News

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

1New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

2New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

5Max Space Utilizes ALUULA Material for Space Habitat Construction

6New Tech Makes Gold Recovery from E-waste Easier and Greener

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