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The Importance of Analyzing Oil

Typically, oil is only thought about when it is initially used or at the moment that a breakdown could occur.

By Brett Smith 23 May 2016

The Different Components of Solid Oxide Fuel Cells (SOFCs) – Electrolytes, Cathodes and Coatings

The electrolyte material is important in both anode and electrolyte supported fuel cells. Electrolyte powder can be transformed into supports, applied as a barrier layer or added to electrode layers to enhance the performance

From fuelcellmaterials 19 May 2016

Latest Developments in Spectroscopy

From analyzing the composition of an unknown material, to scanning the heavens for signs of life, spectroscopy has a multitude of uses; some of which are already known and others are yet to be discovered.

By Brett Smith 17 May 2016

Avoiding Secondary Finishing During Welding Process

Weld preparation on exotic or thick materials is usually a time-consuming and difficult process. Weld preparation on angular contours or arcs is even more of a capital and labor intensive procedure.

From Jet Edge Waterjet Systems 15 May 2016

Measuring Chemicals Directly on Human Skin in a Non-Invasive Fashion

Amay Bandodkar, doctoral candidate in the Department of NanoEngineering at University of California, San Diego, talks to AZoM about his research into wearable devices that measure chemicals directly on human skin in a non-invasive fashion.

From Metrohm USA Inc. 16 May 2016

TARGET™ Tar Reforming Catalyst for Gasification Process Streams

The conversion of tar into syngas by the TARGET™ catalysts removes the problematic tar as a condensable species. TARGET™ catalysts provide a more convenient and energy efficient tar removal approach.

From Nexceris 13 May 2016

Reformance-WGS™ Non-Pyrophoric Water Gas Shift Catalyst

Engineers at Nexceris have developed a highly active WGS catalyst, based on proprietary nanoscale mixtures of evenly integrated precious metals and mixed oxides.

From Nexceris 13 May 2016

AlumiLok™ Coatings: Enhanced High Temperature Performance for Commercial Steels

AlumiLok™ coating technology developed by Nexceris produces aluminization coatings with simple application techniques and heat-treatment methods. This technology enables exceptional oxidation protection for a broader range of nickel alloys and stainless steels.

From Nexceris 13 May 2016

Reformance-SMR™ Catalysts for Steam Methane Reforming to Syngas

Reformance-SMR™ catalysts developed by Nexceris increase the process efficiency of natural gas by controlling the composition, surface area, and the dispersion of catalytic sites.

From Nexceris 13 May 2016

Quantification of Key Components of Cinnamon Using NMR Spectroscopy

Cinnamon is an important spice that is extensively used around the world. Although predominantly known for its culinary use, cinnamon is also valued for its major health benefits.

From Bruker BioSpin Group 12 May 2016