In the future, people could generate power by wearing the right fashions. A solar glitter developed by Sandia National Laboratories researcher Greg Nielson may be able to turn any fabric—or other surface—into a viable solar panel. Nielson isn't the first person to get fashionable with solar power. A
By Kris Walker
31 Oct 2013
3D printing continues to be the technology on the forefront of the new industrial revolution. These three industries are harnessing the power of 3D printing to revolutionise their products today.
By Kris Walker
30 Oct 2013
A new organic molecule has been created that could vastly alter the organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) used in modern electronic devices.
By G.P. Thomas
30 Sep 2013
A new class of thermoelectric materials has been created that could make efficient use of the energy that is generated when machines heat up.
By G.P. Thomas
24 Sep 2013
A research group led by Yang Shao-Horn, Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science have tested a new group of catalysts to assess their ability to promote the water-splitting reaction, producing oxygen and hydrogen gas.
By Will Soutter
23 Sep 2013
This year stainless steel celebrates its 100th birthday, making this the perfect time to take a holistic look at stainless steel and gain a greater appreciation of what makes this metal such a fundamental building block of modern society.
By G.P. Thomas
19 Sep 2013
Graphene light detectors have been successfully combined with semiconductor chips, with potential benefits for large computer networks.
By G.P. Thomas
17 Sep 2013
Spanish researchers have reported the discovery of a self-healing polymer which requires no external input.
By Will Soutter
17 Sep 2013
Disruptive Materials, a spin-out from Uppsala University in Sweden, is commercializing a material which was previously thought to be impossible to make.
Coining is described as a closed die forging process in which pressure is applied on the surface of the forging in order to obtain closer tolerances, smoother surfaces and eliminate draft.