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Paint That Soaks Up Noxious NOx Fumes Thanks to Nanotechnology

Millennium Chemicals are about to introduce Ecopaint, a paint that can absorb noxious NOx fumes. The way in which the paint works and materials it contains are described. Posted February 5 2004

17 Feb 2004

Sony to Use Renewable Corn-Based Polymer in Electronic Products

Sony in conjunction with Mitsubishi Plastics have developed a new polymer based on polylactide derived from corn. They intend to use it in the manufacture of electronic goods later this year. Properties are briefly discussed. Posted February 16 2004

17 Feb 2004

Silver/Palladium (Ag/Pd) Alloys - Properties and Applications

The addition of palladium to silver makes it more resistant to tarnishing. Alloys of silver and palladium are used for dentistry, electrical contacts and capacitors. The effect of palladium addition to the properties of silver are also briefly outlined.

From Goodfellow 13 Feb 2004

Gold/Tin Alloys (Au/Sn) - Properties and Applications

The Gold 80/Tin 20 eutectic alloy is used as a solder and for packaging of microelectronics, photonics and optoelectronics. The properties that make it suited to these applications are outlined.

From Goodfellow 13 Feb 2004

Magnesium Diboride ( MgB2 ) Superconducting Wires May Bring MRI Machines Into Every Doctor’s Surgery

Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have found a way to make magnesium diboride (MgB2) superconducting wires that could be used in magnectic imaging resonance (MRI) machines. This could make them affordable for all doctors to have in their surgeries.

13 Feb 2004

Nanotrees that Produce Metals, Plastics and Composites - News Item

Researchers are developing nanotrees and nanoplants that will feed off garbage dumps and industrial waste to produce metals, polymers and composites. They will be completely artificial and bare little if any resemblance to the organic plants we know. Posted February 4 2004

12 Feb 2004

Biodegradable Polymer for repairing Holes in the Skull

A team of Singaporean researchers have developed a biodegradable material for use in repairing holes in skulls, often made during surgery. The polycaprolactone material has advantages over titanium which is currently used. These advantages are described. Posted February 11 2004

12 Feb 2004

Genmar to Use VEC-Shield Finish, A Thermoplastic Gel Coat Replacement in The Production of Its Boat Hulls

Genmar will begin implementing VEC-Sheild finish, a gel coat replacement for fibreglass boat hulls, later in 2004. Posted February 11 2004

12 Feb 2004

Cannondale Launch the six13 Carbon Fibre Aluminium Bike

Cannondale have launched the six13, a bike that uses carbon tubes connected with bridge welded lugs. New materials and processing concepts used in its construction are described. Posted February 10 2004

12 Feb 2004

Titanium Silicocarbide (Ti3SiC2) Titanium Silcon Carbide - Properties and Applications

Titanium silicocarbide (Ti3SiC2) is an interesting materials in that it exhibits both ceramic and metallic properties. These properties are described and the applications of titanium silicocarbide listed.

From Goodfellow 5 Feb 2004

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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.

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Paint That Soaks Up Noxious NOx Fumes Thanks to Nanotechnology

Sony to Use Renewable Corn-Based Polymer in Electronic Products

Silver/Palladium (Ag/Pd) Alloys - Properties and Applications

Gold/Tin Alloys (Au/Sn) - Properties and Applications

Magnesium Diboride ( MgB2 ) Superconducting Wires May Bring MRI Machines Into Every Doctor’s Surgery

Nanotrees that Produce Metals, Plastics and Composites - News Item

Biodegradable Polymer for repairing Holes in the Skull

Genmar to Use VEC-Shield Finish, A Thermoplastic Gel Coat Replacement in The Production of Its Boat Hulls

Cannondale Launch the six13 Carbon Fibre Aluminium Bike

Titanium Silicocarbide (Ti3SiC2) Titanium Silcon Carbide - Properties and Applications

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

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

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