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NIST Develops Simple Process for Nanocrystal Production

With growing interest in using nanoparticles for everything from antibacterial socks to medical imaging to electronic devices, the need to understand the environmental, health and safety risks of these particles also grows.

From NIST Standard Reference Materials 2 Sep 2010

Shape Memory Alloys Become Smarter Using New Waterloo Technology

A new "smart materials" process - Multiple Memory Material Technology - developed by University of Waterloo engineering researchers promises to revolutionize the manufacture of diverse products such as medical ...

2 Sep 2010

Analysis on Global Titanium Dioxide Pigment Industry

The US$10 billion titanium dioxide pigment industry improved profitability in 2009 compared to 2008, as variable costs reduced at a faster rate than selling prices. Leading producers also idled high cost plants during th...

2 Sep 2010

NanGenex Presents New Pilot Reactor for Constant Production of Nanoparticles

NanGenex Inc., the Proprietary NanoSolution Technology Platform Company presents its latest GMP compliant benchtop and pilot plant reactor for the industrial scale production of NanoActive™ nanoparticles.

2 Sep 2010

Dalian Dongtai Signs Waste Management Contract with Japanese Cement Producer

China Industrial Waste Management, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: CIWT) ("China Industrial Waste Management" or the "Company"), a leading environmental services and solutions provider in China, today annou...

2 Sep 2010

New Concrete Floor Systems Offered by Tennant

Tennant Company, a leading provider of cleaning technology designed to create a cleaner, safer, healthier world, today is teaming up with Diamabrush LLC, a manufacturer of concrete polishing and finishing solutions, to offer three unique concrete floor systems, including Polished Concrete, Easy-Prep, and Aggressive Scrub.

2 Sep 2010

First Primary Mirror Segment of James Webb Space Telescope Completes Gold Coating Process

A primary mirror segment of NASA's James Webb Space Telescope has completed the final step in the manufacturing process. It is the first of the telescope's primary mirror segments to achieve this milestone. Northrop Grumman Corporation is leading the telescope's design and development effort for the space agency's Goddard Space Flight Center.

2 Sep 2010

P + L Heat Treating Purchase Nitriding Furnace with ZeroFlow Technology

P & L Heat Treating, Inc. has purchased a pit nitriding furnace equipped with ZeroFlow technology for their Youngstown, Ohio commercial heat treat facility.

2 Sep 2010

China's Monopoly on Key Materials Could Send the US into A State of Crisis

China's monopoly on the global supply of elements critical for production of computer hard disc drives, hybrid-electric cars, military weapons, and other key products - and its increasingly strict limits on exports -...

2 Sep 2010

Submarines Could Use Carbon Nanotube Based Speaker for Sonar Applications

Speakers made from carbon nanotube sheets that are a fraction of the width of a human hair can both generate sound and cancel out noise -- properties ideal for submarine sonar to probe the ocean depths and make subs invisible to enemies.

2 Sep 2010

Fuel Cell Breakthrough Could Lead to Homes Generating Their Own Power

The era of personalized energy systems — in which individual homes and small businesses produce their own energy for heating, cooling and powering cars — took another step toward reality today as scientists reported discovery of a powerful new catalyst that is a key element in such a system.

1 Sep 2010

Owens-Illinois Acquire Brazilian Glassmaker

Owens-Illinois, Inc. (O-I) today announced the acquisition of Brazilian glassmaker Companhia Industrial de Vidros (CIV), significantly expanding O-I's reach in South America's largest container market. CIV is ...

From O-I Glass 1 Sep 2010

Infrared Cameras Are Now More Affordable

With nearly 50 years of experience, and more infrared cameras serving more applications than any other company, FLIR leads the industry in affordable thermal imaging. Cost-effective and productive, compact FLIR i5 and...

1 Sep 2010

Arkema's PVDF Coating Wins Sustainabaility Award

Arkema awarded Pierre Potier prize for Kynar Aquatec®, a solvent-free paint resin for more energy-efficient air-conditioning.

1 Sep 2010

Off the Shelf Dyes Boost Solar Cell Efficiency

Like most technologies, work on solar devices has proceeded in generational waves. First came bulk silicon-based solar cells built with techniques that borrowed heavily from those used to make computer chips. Next came w...

1 Sep 2010

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

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NIST Develops Simple Process for Nanocrystal Production

Shape Memory Alloys Become Smarter Using New Waterloo Technology

Analysis on Global Titanium Dioxide Pigment Industry

NanGenex Presents New Pilot Reactor for Constant Production of Nanoparticles

Dalian Dongtai Signs Waste Management Contract with Japanese Cement Producer

New Concrete Floor Systems Offered by Tennant

First Primary Mirror Segment of James Webb Space Telescope Completes Gold Coating Process

P + L Heat Treating Purchase Nitriding Furnace with ZeroFlow Technology

China's Monopoly on Key Materials Could Send the US into A State of Crisis

Submarines Could Use Carbon Nanotube Based Speaker for Sonar Applications

Fuel Cell Breakthrough Could Lead to Homes Generating Their Own Power

Owens-Illinois Acquire Brazilian Glassmaker

Infrared Cameras Are Now More Affordable

Arkema's PVDF Coating Wins Sustainabaility Award

Off the Shelf Dyes Boost Solar Cell Efficiency

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Why Temperature and Electric Current Matter in EV Lubricant Testing

Inside the HIVE: A Modular Architecture for Future-Proof Microscopy

Assuring Electrode Coating Quality from Slurry to Line

KLA-7 low-temperature flow tester for petroleum products

In-situ Nanomechanical Testing with Hysitron PI Envision

Verification for Measurement Devices with the ABB Ability™

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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Why Temperature and Electric Current Matter in EV Lubricant Testing

Inside the HIVE: A Modular Architecture for Future-Proof Microscopy

Assuring Electrode Coating Quality from Slurry to Line

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