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Study Reveals Understanding Surface Defects is Important to Design Better Fuel Cells

Researchers seeking to enhance fuel-cell catalysts made of nanoparticles have discovered that the catalytic activity of nanoparticles can be correlated with the type and count of their surface facets.

By Dr. Cameron Chai 22 Feb 2012

Arkema Expands New Ultra-Flexible PA-Based Material Grade

Arkema, a chemical producer in France, has extended its range of Rilsan HT (high temperature) by introducing an ultra-flexible grade, which has flexibility similar to polyamide extrusion grades. Rilsan HT is the first flexible material, based on polyphthalamide (PPA) that can be used as a replacement for metal, used in applications of high-temperature tubing.

By Dr. Cameron Chai 22 Feb 2012

Oxford Instruments Plasma Systems to be Used at World Class Quantum Technology Centre

Lancaster University based in the UK is populating part of its new world-class Lancaster Quantum Technology Centre (LQTC) with Oxford Instruments’ plasma systems as part of its strategy for the development of physical sciences.

From Oxford Instruments Semiconductor 21 Feb 2012

Chomarat to Show Latest Advances in Bi-Angle Carbon Reinforcements at JEC Europe

C-PLY™ Bi-Angle is a non-woven carbon reinforcement (non crimp fabric, or NCF) that was launched in 2011 by Chomarat in partnership with a research group of manufacturers and academics working under Professor Tsai from Stanford University.

From Chomarat 21 Feb 2012

Steel Research International Journal Gets a Makeover

Wiley-VCH announced a new look for Steel Research International, the flagship journal for metallurgy, steel and related materials.

From John Wiley and Sons - Scientific Publishers 21 Feb 2012

Laytec Holds 8th Private Seminar Series in Japan

It has become a good Laytec tradition: November, 29th and 30th 2011 for the 8th time LayTec held its private seminar in Tokyo and Nagoya, Japan.

From Laytec - in-situ Monitoring Sensors for Thin-Film Applications 21 Feb 2012

iSmithers Rapra Publishing Launch New Book on Nanofibre Research

iSmithers Rapra Publishing has announced the release of Advances in Nanofibre Research Volume 2.

From Smithers Rapra Technology Ltd 21 Feb 2012

Psylotech to Showcase All New 3D Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer at Pittcon

Psylotech Inc. will have an all new 3D Dynamic Mechanical Analyzer (DMA) on display at Pittcon in Orlando, FL, March 12-15, 2012.

From Psylotech 21 Feb 2012

ASM Launch New Handbook on Materials Used for Medical Devices

ASM International announces the release of ASM Handbook® Volume 23: Materials for Medical Devices.

From ASM International 21 Feb 2012

BASF Focuses on Shift to Alternatives for Lead Chromate Pigments

BASF, a chemical company, announced that it will terminate the production of lead chromate pigments by the year end of 2014 and will focus on production and distribution of alternative products globally.

From BASF Corporation 21 Feb 2012

Researchers Detect Tellurium for the First Time in Three Ancient Stars

A research team from various institutions including MIT has discovered the element tellurium in three ancient stars. The researchers have detected traces of this semiconducting element for the first time in stars that are approximately 12 billion years old.

By Dr. Cameron Chai 21 Feb 2012

Tata Steel Extends Hot Rolled Narrow Strip Developments

Tate Steel has announced the expansion of its hot rolled gauge capacity to 13.5 mm, following extensive tests at the company’s narrow strip mill in Rotherham of UK.

From Tata Steel UK Ltd 21 Feb 2012

Milliken Buys Webcore’s Fiber Reinforced Composite Assets

Milliken & Company has declared the purchase of certain assets related to fiber reinforced core, of Ohio-based Webcore Technologies. WebCore is the manufacturer of TYCOR, a patented core material. TYCOR is utilized in several applications such as in transportation, wind energy, and in infrastructure markets.

From Milliken & Company 21 Feb 2012

Mechel Suspends Smelting Production at Two Romanian Plants

Mechel, a mining and metals company in Russia, has announced that the issues with the scrap shipping and severe weather circumstances made the smelting production to stop temporarily at Ductil Steel Otelu Rosu and Mechel Targoviste plants.

By Dr. Cameron Chai 21 Feb 2012

Dow Commits to Sponsor Multiple Programs at NPE2012 International Plastics Exposition

SPI: The Plastics Industry Trade Association has announced that the NPE2012 international plastics exposition is to take place in Orlando, Florida at the Orange County Convention Center, April 1-5, 2012. The Technology Central and Technical Education Program will be exclusively sponsored by the Dow Chemical Company (Dow).

By Dr. Cameron Chai 21 Feb 2012