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New Ultrasound Device Produces Sharper Images Through 3D Printed Lenses

A new ultrasound device for producing sharper images through 3D printed lenses has been developed by scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore).

7 Dec 2016

Cementsizer Helping Reduce Carbon Footprint

Worcestershire based Xoptix Ltd, have seen an increase in demand for their CementSizer due to its unique way of ensuring process efficiency targets are met, while reducing energy consumption and carbon footprint.

From Xoptix 7 Dec 2016

Infrared Instrumentation Leader Secures Exclusive use of Vantablack Coating

Exclusive rights to the use of ultra-black Vantablack S-VIS surface coating in blackbody calibration sources has been agreed between Surrey NanoSystems and Santa Barbara Infrared.

7 Dec 2016

Applying Operando X-Ray Spectroscopy for Producing Highly Stable Battery Systems

One of the main factors in enhancing the performance of electric vehicles is the enhancement of batteries.

6 Dec 2016

New Approach to Grow Superior Quality Crystals

Superior quality crystals will be produced when they do not experience mechanical stress during their growth. Levitate the liquid metal is the idea behind a new project headed by the University of Twente (UT).

6 Dec 2016

Simple Electrical Doping Method Could Minimize Cost of Organic PV and Polymer Solar Cells

A simple solution-based electrical doping method could help decrease the cost of organic electronic devices and polymer solar cells, potentially broadening the usage for these technologies.

6 Dec 2016

Apple Plans to Develop Self-Driving Cars

Apple has, for the first time, acknowledged that it is planning to develop self-driving cars. In a letter to the US transport regulators, plus an accompanying statement, Apple confirmed it was investing in automated vehicles which could bring "significant societal benefits," such as preventing millions of road accidents and deaths every year.

6 Dec 2016

SGL Group Awarded €7 Million to Develop New Generation of Fuel Cells for Automotive Sector

SGL Carbon SE is a partner in the joint development project INSPIRE, which has been funded with a €7 million award from Europe’s Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (FCH JU) and will run for three years.

6 Dec 2016

GKN Aerospace Finalizes Machining Contract for AECC CAE Jet Engine Programme

GKN Aerospace has finalised a machining contract to provide development parts of turbine rear frame (TRF) for Aero Engine Corporation of China (AECC) Commercial Aero Engine’s (CAE) new high-bypass turbofan jet engine programme.

6 Dec 2016

TeraRecon Partners with WhiteClouds to Offer New 3D Print Packs

TeraRecon, a leader in advanced visualization, together with WhiteClouds — the world’s largest full-color 3D printing cloud provider announced a technological and workflow breakthrough resulting in the ability to print models of unmatched detail directly from the TeraRecon software.

6 Dec 2016

Belgian Chocolatier Callebaut, byFlow Join Forces to Develop Revolutionary 3D Chocolate Printer

Edible 3D printed creations are no longer just something you wish for after watching a few episodes of Star Trek. 3D printed popsicles are available, and let’s not forget about the Magic Candy Factory, the world’s first 3D gummy candy printer.

6 Dec 2016

New Interactive Design Tool Enables Users to Create Functional 3D-Printed Wind Instruments

A research team from Autodesk and Dartmouth College has developed a new interactive design tool called "Printone," which provides users with the ability to create functional 3-D printed wind instruments in any shape or form using interactive sound simulation feedback.

6 Dec 2016

Low-Cost 3D-Printing Technology Could be Used for Clinical Prototyping

In nuclear medicine, the goal is to keep radiation exposure at a minimum, while obtaining quality images. Optimal dosing for individual patients can be difficult to determine.

6 Dec 2016

Industrial CT Helps Research into Green Energy Solutions

DTU Energy, the department of energy conversion and storage that is part of the Technical University of Denmark, has purchased high flux CT (computed tomography) equipment from Nikon Metrology to investigate energy-related materials non-destructively, such as those found in batteries, electrolysis cells and fuel cells.

From Nikon Metrology 6 Dec 2016

Strem and Purolite Sign Distribution Agreement for Chelating Resins, Enzyme Carrier Resins and Immobilized Enzymes

With the new distribution agreement, Strem Chemicals will offer Purolite's innovative resins, improving outcomes in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and biofuels.

From Strem Chemicals 6 Dec 2016