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NGK Develops Evaluation System That Visualizes Remaining Battery Capacity of Li-ion Rechargeable “EnerCera” Batteries Together with Onsemi ~ Assesses Battery Status and Enables Efficient Use

NGK INSULATORS, LTD. (hereinafter “NGK”) has developed an evaluation system that visualizes the conditions of Li-ion rechargeable “EnerCera®” batteries, including remaining battery capacity, together with ON Semiconductor Corporation (Headquarters: Arizona, U.S., hereinafter “onsemi”). Being able to assess the status of the battery will enable the efficient use of EnerCera.

From NGK Insulators, Ltd 15 Nov 2022

Transition Automation Improves Permalex Double-Edge Squeegee Assembly for Yamaha YSP

Transition Automation, Inc. today announces an update to its double-edge squeegee assembly for Yamaha YSP SMT printer platforms. The addition of end-anchor points to the bonded Permalex blade improves the life of the assembly by preventing the boundary limited bonding that can cause separation.

From Transition Automation, Inc. 15 Nov 2022

FPT Industrial is Moving Towards the Sustainable Transport Solutions of the Future. The Brand Presented Its Full Range of Innovations at Fenatran 2022

From 7th to 11th November 2022, FPT Industrial exhibited at Fenatran 2022, one of the most important transport trade shows in the world in Brazil.

From FPT Industrial S.P.A. 15 Nov 2022

Linde to Showcase Latest Gas Technologies at Formnext

Linde will be exhibiting a number of flagship gas technologies at this year’s Formnext (15-18 November), including its bespoke gas mixture developed specifically to optimize printing in laser powder bed fusion processes; pioneering gas atomization solutions for metal powder production; its turnkey offering to help accelerate the use of the special alloy nitinol, plus the opportunity to confidentially discuss innovative technologies to combat the market for counterfeit additive manufactured parts.

From Linde plc 15 Nov 2022

Electrically Isolating Epoxy Features Ultra High Heat Transfer Capability

Master Bond EP5TC-80 is a one part, NASA low outgassing rated epoxy that achieves a thermal conductivity of 3.3-3.7 W/(m·K), while also retaining its electrical non-conductivity.

From Master Bond Inc. 14 Nov 2022

Researchers Discuss How Impurities Impact Halide Perovskite Inks

In a paper recently published in the journal ACS Energy Letters, researchers characterized the specific impact of nitrate (NO3-), acetate (OAc-), and significant amounts of potassium (K) in commercial PbI2 reagents based on the comparative condensation rate of methylammonium (MA) with formamidinium (FA) to generate N-methylformamidinium (MFA).

By Chinmay Chari 14 Nov 2022

Using Sodium–Gallium Alloy in Batteries

A team of researchers recently published a paper in the journal SusMat that demonstrated the feasibility of using a sodium-gallium alloy layer to prevent dendrite growth on sodium metal anodes to improve the stability and electrochemical performance of sodium metal batteries.

By Samudrapom Dam 14 Nov 2022

Scientists Create 4D-Printed Self-Spiraling Actuators

In an article recently published in the open-access journal Scientific Reports, researchers discussed the development, design, and utility of a self-spiraling pattern-driven 4D-printed actuator.

By Surbhi Jain 14 Nov 2022

Egg Whites can be Transformed into a Material Capable of Filtering Water

Researchers at Princeton Engineering have found a way to turn your breakfast food into a new material that can cheaply remove salt and microplastics from seawater.

14 Nov 2022

Inhibiting Creep by Using Stable Grain Boundary Networks

Creep can happen when a metal is strained much below its yield strength at high temperatures. Creep, or time-dependent material deformation, accounts for a large percentage of component failures at high temperatures.

14 Nov 2022

Weller’s Wxsmart Smart Soldering Platform Connects the Future of Soldering

Weller Tools, a leader in hand soldering solutions and part of the Apex Tool Group, today introduced its new smart soldering platform WXsmart.

14 Nov 2022

Preventing Energy Loss with Teledyne FLIR Technology

Teledyne FLIR is hosting a free Webinar to discuss how to prevent energy losses and combat rising energy costs with thermal imaging cameras on the Nov 24, 2022 at 2 pm CET

From Teledyne FLIR Systems 14 Nov 2022

Nihon Superior Introduces Lead-Free Solder Paste for Automotive Requirements

Nihon Superior Co. Ltd., a supplier of advanced joining materials, is pleased to introduce its LF-C2 Lead-Free Solder Paste. Designed for automotive applications, LF-C2 is the high-strength alloy of choice when cracking minimization is a key selection criterion.

From Nihon Superior Co., Ltd 14 Nov 2022

Stamicarbon Signs Agreement for a Feasibility Study for Keystate Natural Gas Synthesis Integrated Project in Pennsylvania

Stamicarbon, the innovation and license company of Maire Tecnimont Group, has signed an agreement for a feasibility study with KeyState Natural Gas Synthesis, a company located in north-central Pennsylvania in the United States of America, to become its Urea & DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) technology licensor.

From Stamicarbon BV 14 Nov 2022

Stamicarbon (Maire Tecnimont Group) Selected for Licensing and Equipment Supply in China

Sittard, The Netherlands, Stamicarbon, the innovation and license company of Maire Tecnimont Group, has been selected as the licensor for a urea project in China.

From Stamicarbon BV 14 Nov 2022