Researchers at Duke University in the USA have recently created a novel hydrogel-based composite material that matches the strength and durability of natural cartilage tissue. The new development promises to overcome the limitations of the current cartilage repair techniques.
By Cvetelin Vasilev
16 Jul 2020
The next generation of flexible mobile phone screens, solar cells and other high-tech products are one step closer to becoming a reality thanks to a new partnership agreement between Boron Molecular, Kyung-In Synthetic Corporation (KISCO) and CSIRO, the Australian Science Agency and innovation catalyst.
By Kerry Taylor-Smith
15 Jul 2020
Perovskite solar cell development is currently hindered by the electrodes available. Now, new ways are being devised to combat this.
By Liam Critchley
14 Jul 2020
Aerogel, a literal space-age material, could provide electric motors and devices with crucial shielding to protect neighboring electronic components without the need for heavier metal-based coverings.
Researchers have developed a graphene-based system that could use solar energy to produce fuel from carbon dioxide and water.
Implementation of 3D-printed carbon fiber lightweight aircraft parts and future battery technology is set to improve the viability of Urban Air Mobility vehicles.
By Yusuff Adeniyi Yusuff
2 Jul 2020
Braskem and Advanced Laser Materials (ALM) bring an innovative thermoplastic polymer to the market that can be used in Selective Laser Sintering (SLS) powder bed 3D printing.
Increasing power demands and environmental concerns leave lithium-sulfur batteries a promising prospect for the future of energy. OXIS Energy is one of a handful of companies that stand poised to usher in this energy revolution.
A superconductor with the capability of operating at ambient temperatures might have the capacity to reduce the energy dissipation by almost 5% during electricity transmission. This would bring a paradigm shift in large-scale energy transmission and energy usage in small-scale computing systems.
By Ankita Biswas
23 Jun 2020
A novel green recyclable rubber polymer developed by Australian scientists can help to reduce the ever-growing environmental impact of the traditional non-reusable synthetic and mineral materials used in manufacturing and construction.
By Cvetelin Vasilev
22 Jun 2020