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ORNL and JuggerBot 3D Aim to Expand the Possibilities for Large-Format 3D Printing

The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory and JuggerBot 3D, an industrial 3D printer equipment manufacturer, have launched their second research and development collaboration through the Manufacturing Demonstration Facility Technical Collaboration Program.

10 Jul 2025

Wood-Based Separators Boosting Lithium-Ion Battery Safety and Life

A novel lignin-based separator for lithium-ion batteries improves safety and extends cycle life, showcasing advancements in sustainable battery technology.

9 Jul 2025

Are Your Electronics Ready for Summer Shipping Challenges?

Rust can happen at any time of year, but summer’s trademark rise in temperatures and humidity increase the risk of corrosion during June, July, and August in the northern hemisphere.

9 Jul 2025

Scientists Have Created Artificial Skin that Can Sense, Heal and Adapt

Some day, robots will look so much like humans that distinguishing between them and us will be difficult.

9 Jul 2025

Progress Towards Potassium-Ion Batteries

Potassium-ion batteries could have a higher energy density than sodium-ion batteries. This is important for large-scale energy storage such as for renewable energy.

9 Jul 2025

What Happens Inside Soft Materials When They Deform? New Study Maps Structure and Flow

New research led by the University of Liverpool in collaboration with the University of New South Wales (Sydney, Australia) provides a significant step forward in understanding the micro-scale mechanisms that govern the behavior of soft materials.

9 Jul 2025

FRITSCH Combines Impact and Cutting Action in One Device for the First Time

With the P-14, FRITSCH has developed an all-in-one solution for impact, shearing and cutting comminution.

From FRITSCH GmbH - Milling and Sizing 8 Jul 2025

New Method Boosts Lithium-Ion Conduction via COF Polymerization

In situ polymerization in a covalent organic framework boosts lithium-ion conduction in solid polymer electrolytes, advancing energy storage technology.

8 Jul 2025

Revolutionary Membrane Boosts Lithium Supply from Water Sources

Argonne's innovative membrane technology offers a cost-effective solution for lithium extraction from water, crucial for meeting growing technological demands.

8 Jul 2025

AIMPLAS to Host Second Edition of CHARPLAST, the International Seminar on Plastics Characterization, October 29–30

Characterization techniques are essential in the plastics sector, as they ensure quality, reliability, and safety, promote sustainability, and minimize manufacturing risks.

From AIMPLAS 8 Jul 2025

Ionic Modification of Naphthalene Diimide Zwitterions for Aqueous Energy Storage

A new study shows how ionic modification of NDI-based zwitterions boosts the performance and durability of aqueous redox flow batteries, enabling 5,000+ stable cycles and low-cost energy storage.

By Nidhi Dhull 8 Jul 2025

Online Event: Detector Talks 2025 - Basics and Benefits for NDIR-Applications

In medical examination of respiratory air, detection of leaks in gas pipes or process monitoring in production: NDIR gas analysis is used for a wide range of tasks.

6 Jul 2025

Scientists Improve Americium Extraction with Radiation-Resistant Materials

Scientists use resin-filled columns to recover the isotope americium-241 (Am-241) from plutonium waste for commercial use. During this extraction process, the resin is exposed to harsh conditions including high radiation and strong acids.

4 Jul 2025

Scientists Discover How Light Unlocks the Power of Nickel Catalysts

A team of scientists has unraveled how light and a previously unknown form of certain nickel-based catalysts together unlock and preserve reactivity. This research could potentially advance the use of abundant nickel in place of more expensive palladium in industrial chemistry.

3 Jul 2025

How Electrode Architecture Enhances Sulfur Redox Kinetics

Research shows that tailored cathode microstructure significantly boosts sulfur redox kinetics in lithium-sulfur batteries, enhancing performance and stability.

By Muhammad Osama 3 Jul 2025