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Molecules Move Faster as They Get Closer to Adhesive Surfaces

Whenever molecules get closer to adhesive surfaces, they always move faster. However, this is not a permanent effect. Such was the perplexing conclusion reached by Simone Napolitano and his coworkers in the Laboratory of Polymers and Soft Matter Dynamics at the Université libre de Bruxelles (ULB).

4 Sep 2017

Physicist Develops New Device that Could Turn Heat Energy into Electricity

A new device being developed by Washington State University physicist Yi Gu could one day turn the heat generated by a wide array of electronics into a usable fuel source.

1 Sep 2017

High Temperature Resistant, NASA Low Outgassing Approved Epoxy for Die Attach Applications

Formulated for die attach applications, Master Bond EP17HTDA-1 is a one component epoxy that can also be used for bonding and sealing.

From Master Bond Inc. 31 Aug 2017

LECO Introduces Innovative Time-of-Flight Technology with Improved Sensitivity and Dynamic Range

Introducing LECO's Pegasus GC-HRT+ series, featuring innovative high resolution technology and Encoded Frequent Pushing for superior analytical performance.

From LECO Corporation 31 Aug 2017

Study Investigates the Suitability of Electrochemical Nano-Porous Silicon to Lithium Ions

Energy is increasingly being produced via renewable and zero-emission forms of energy such as solar power and wind in a climate-neutral society.

31 Aug 2017

Latest in In-Process Measurement Exhibited at Wire SE Asia 2017vvvv

NDC Technologies presents innovative gauging systems at Wire Southeast Asia, demonstrating how Beta LaserMike solutions enhance cable manufacturing efficiency.

From NDC Technologies 30 Aug 2017

Magritek and Quantum Design International announce distribution partnership for Spinsolve Benchtop NMR in South America.

The partnership between Magritek and Quantum Design brings Spinsolve Benchtop NMR Spectrometers to South America, ensuring local support and accessibility.

From Magritek 30 Aug 2017

Pittcon Sponsors Speakers for Analitica Latin America

Pittcon is pleased to announce its participation in the Analitica Latin America program and exposition. The event is one of the main meetings of the analytical chemical industry. This year’s event, organized by Nuernberg/Messe Brasil, will be held at Sao Paulo Expo in Sao Paulo, Brazil, September 26-28.

From Pittcon 30 Aug 2017

Top Teams Receive $400,000 at NASA's Second Phase of 3D-Printing Competition

NASA is making advances and awarding prizes in its competition to develop a 3D-printed habitat for deep space exploration.

29 Aug 2017

New Neutron Holographic Method for Studying Materials at the Atomic Level

Holograms are generally associated with futuristic 3D display technologies, however, in reality, people are using holographic technologies to help study materials at the atomic level. X-rays referred to as a high energy form of light are frequently used to study atomic structure.

29 Aug 2017

Researchers Develop Two-Layer Conformal Coating for Shrinking Waveguides

The characteristics of materials can act in amusing ways. For instance, if one characteristic is adjusted to render a device less leaky or small in size, some other characteristic may get altered in an unwanted manner, hence engineers have to constantly balance one characteristic against the other.

28 Aug 2017

New Super Steel Addresses the Strength-Ductility Trade-Off

In specific high-loading structural applications, it is possible for metallic materials to have large ductility and high toughness.

28 Aug 2017

New Lake Shore White Paper Clears Up Common Measurement Mistakes

Lake Shore Cryotronics has released a new white paper, “5 Electronic Measurement Pitfalls You Learned About in School But Probably Forgot.” This resource addresses several common, yet often overlooked, pitfalls to avoid, helping researchers prevent problems such as:

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 28 Aug 2017

Dainichi Giken, Daimaru Kogyo and Teijin Co-Develop World’s First Aqueous Transparent Flame Retardant Coating for Wide Range of Combustibles

Dainichi Giken Co., Ltd., a pioneer of aqueous inorganic polymers in Japan, announced today that it has co-developed a new aqueous transparent flame-retardant coating, Landex Coat Flame Retardant Clear, in partnership with Daimaru Kogyo Co., Ltd., a leading Japanese chemical trading company, and Teijin Limited, a technology-driven company with businesses in advanced fibers, plastics and films, composites, healthcare and information technology. Sales of Landex Coat Flame Retardant Clear will start on September 1.

25 Aug 2017

Cambridge Polymer Group Awarded $225,000 SBIR Grant from the National Institutes of Health

Innovative injectable hydrogel technology from Cambridge Polymer Group aims to enhance retinal detachment surgery, reducing the need for follow-up procedures.

From Cambridge Polymer Group, Inc. 25 Aug 2017