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Michelin Unveils 3D-Printed Biodegradable Concept Tire

At Michelin's International Movin' On transportation summit, French tire maker introduced a new concept tire that is airless, biodegradable and made with a 3D printer.

16 Jun 2017

FDA Approves 3D-Printed Titanium Pelvic Implant

For the millions of people who could benefit from medical implants, 3D printing technology holds considerable promise.

16 Jun 2017

Addressing the Challenges When Accessing Scientific Data

Dr. Stuart Chalk, Professor of Chemistry, University of North Florida, talks to AZoM about the challenges facing researchers and industry when accessing scientific data, the research he is conducting and how resources like SpringerMaterials are helping make it easier to access.

From Springer - Science and Technology Publishers 6 Jun 2017

In-Situ Observation of Scratch/Indentation True Contact Area

This article discusses how a scratch/indentation true contact area can be observed in-situ.

From Anton Paar GmbH 24 May 2017

Nanoscratch and Nanoindentation of Oxide Coatings on Thin Film Polymer Substrates

The reliability of novel flexible opto-electronic devices relies greatly on the resilience of a thin ceramic oxide layer deposited on a polymer substrate.

From Anton Paar GmbH 24 May 2017

Tribological Testing of Hard Coatings for Cutting Tools

This article discusses how advanced hard coatings for cutting tools can undergo tribological testing.

From Anton Paar GmbH 24 May 2017

SIMS of Apollo Lunar Soils: Solar-Wind Sputtered Ions and Surface Composition

The lunar exosphere, bounded by the emptiness of space and the Moon’s surface, is an atmosphere so thin that atoms rarely collide.

From Hiden Analytical 29 May 2017

Magnetic-Field Effects on EUROFER97 Corrosion in Flowing LiPb at 550 °C: SIMS Analysis for Fusion Breeder Compatibility

It has been proposed to breed the fusion reaction in the future fusion reactors using lithium from solid lithium ceramics from the eutectic liquid-metal lithium-lead (LiPb).

From Hiden Analytical 29 May 2017

Investigating the Impact of Particle Characteristics on Suspension Rheology

Many products are dispersions or suspensions of particles in a liquid medium. Examples range from ceramics, adhesives, inks and paints through to drinks, foods, medicines and personal care products.

From Malvern Panalytical 23 Mar 2017

Miracle Material Could Prevent Cracking of Smartphones and Other Devices

In 2016 alone, an estimated 2.1 billion individuals around the world owned their own smartphones, and this number is expected to steadfastly increase to up to 2.87 billion users by the year 2020.

By Benedette Cuffari 16 Jun 2017