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Argonne Signs Pledge to Increase Energy Efficiency of Microelectronics

Argonne along with many companies and research organizations signs pledge to substantially increase energy efficiency of microelectronics over next two decades.

2 Dec 2022

Scalable Strategy to Develop a Mix-Charged NF Membrane

A research team from the Institute of Process Engineering (IPE) of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, under the guidance of Prof. Yinhua Wan, has created a novel “etching–swelling–planting” technique to prepare a mix-charged nanofiltration (NF) membrane for wastewater treatment after interfacial polymerization (IP).

1 Dec 2022

Novel Microbial Metabolites as Electrolyte Additives in LIBs

Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries with high energy density are essential for powering electric and hybrid vehicles, next-generation devices, and power grids

1 Dec 2022

Fabrication of 3D Metal–Plastic Composite Structures with Arbitrarily Complex Shapes

Scientists from Japan and Singapore have devised a novel 3D printing technology for creating exact patterns on the external and internal surfaces of 3D plastic structures.

1 Dec 2022

Researchers Review the Role of Halide Ions in Electrochemical Carbon Dioxide Reduction Reaction

Halides hold promise for improving the performance of catalysts used in carbon dioxide conversion. A team of scientists has examined the recent progress and challenges related to halides, and provided their outlook on future directions for the research.

1 Dec 2022

New Model Helps Cool Down Solar Cells

As far as solar cells are concerned, a sunny, bright, cloudless day might look like the perfect setting. However, too much sun, and too much heat, have the potential to actually decrease photovoltaic efficiency.

30 Nov 2022

Particle Measuring Systems Releases Fully Compliant Remote Microbial Air Sampler

The highly adaptable, new MiniCapt® Pro offers fully compliant remote microbial monitoring with a built-in pump and advanced communication options for remote viable monitoring.

From Particle Measuring Systems 30 Nov 2022

Nordson Electronics Solutions Introduces New SELECT Synchro Selective Soldering System

With synchronous motion, the SELECT Synchro system boosts throughput by 20-40% for most applications in a 60% smaller footprint.

From Nordson Corporation 30 Nov 2022

Novel Model Paves the Way for Optimization of Magnetic Properties for Material Engineering

Microscopic materials analysis is essential to achieve desirable performance in next-generation nanoelectronic devices, such as low power consumption and high speeds.

30 Nov 2022

New Method Transforms Post-Consumer Mixed Plastics into Pharmaceuticals

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30 Nov 2022

New Energy Harvester can Amplify Power Generated from Impulsive Vibrations

Walking can boost not only your own energy but also, potentially, the energy of your wearable electronic devices.

30 Nov 2022

A specifier’s guide to choosing the right filled PTFE material

Phillip Charlton explores the main types of filled PTFE compounds, detailing the enhanced properties delivered by some key material combinations. The seldom rivalled hydrophobic, low-friction and corrosion-resistant pro...

From Morgan Advanced Materials 30 Nov 2022

First-Ever Construction of Polymeric Weaire–Phelan Structures

Weaire–Phelan structures are one-of-a-kind 3D structures that effectively tile a space into equal volumes while using the least amount of surface area.

29 Nov 2022