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New Interconnect Etch System for Flash and DRAM Memory Chips

Applied Materials, Inc. today announced that it has expanded its portfolio of applications on the Applied Producer Etch system to include interconnect etch for advanced Flash and DRAM memory chips. Responding to the need...

15 Jul 2008

Eco Friendly Airconditioning System Power by the Sun

Scientists have developed an environmentally friendly cooling technology that does not harm the ozone layer.

15 Jul 2008

Cognis Sells Textile and Leather Chemicals Business

Specialty chemicals supplier Cognis has signed an agreement to sell its Pulcra Chemicals subsidiary to Germany-based Fashion Chemicals GmbH & Co. KG for 26.3 million euros. The sale is in line with Cognis’ stra...

15 Jul 2008

ATMI and Praxair Settle Vaccum Technology Litigation

ATMI, Inc. today announced that it has entered into a global settlement agreement with Praxair, Inc. that resolves the matters that have been in litigation between the two companies since 2003, including those related to...

15 Jul 2008

First Report on the Stability and Electronic Properties of Gold Nanoclusters

A report published in the July 8 issue of the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) is the first to describe the principles behind the stability and electronic properties of tiny nanoclusters of metallic gold.

14 Jul 2008

Arizona State University Establish Solar Power Laboratory

Arizona State University is strengthening its commitment to boost Arizona’s economic development prospects in the renewable energy industry by establishing the Solar Power Laboratory to advance solar energy researc...

14 Jul 2008

New Study Predicts that Nanoelectronics will be Powered by Carbon Nanotubes

Widely regarded as the wonder material of the 21st century, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and the intramolecular junctions that connect CNTs for integration have been hailed as the ideal candidates for the next generation of N...

14 Jul 2008

GKN Aerospace to Supply Complete Engine Modules

Two strategic developments at GKN Aerospace have been central in bringing the Company's core propulsion systems operation to the position where it can offer aero-engine primes the capability to manufacture and supply complete, assembled jet engine fan, turbine exhaust or compressor case modules.

14 Jul 2008

New Process For Producing Curved Titanium Structures

GKN Aerospace team develops new process to create complex curved structures in titanium. GKN Aerospace is now delivering the first production hardware manufactured using an entirely new process that will form compound curves into titanium structures.

14 Jul 2008

Research on Composite Integrated Wing Production Enters Final Stage

GKN Aerospace team in the Company's Composites Research Centre is in the final stages of work on the three year Integrated Wing, Advanced Technology Verification Programme.

14 Jul 2008

Researchers Discover Mechanical Properties of Nano-Molecular Motors

Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine discovered that the activity of a specific family of nanometer-sized molecular motors called myosin-I is regulated by force. The motor puts tension on ...

14 Jul 2008

Scientists Uncover Holy Grail of Physics With Zero Resistance Electricity Transport

Scientists at the University of Cambridge have for the first time identified a key component to unravelling the mystery of room temperature superconductivity, according to a paper published in today's edition of the ...

14 Jul 2008

Kobe Steel to Sell Metal Powders Business

Kobe Steel, Ltd. has reached agreement to sell the business of its U.S.-based subsidiary Kobelco Metal Powder of America, Inc ("KOMPA") to North American Höganäs, Inc., a subsidiary of Sweden's H&...

From Kobe Steel 14 Jul 2008

Ashland Merger to Create Major, Global Specialty Chemicals Company

Ashland Inc. and Hercules Inc. today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Ashland would acquire all of the outstanding shares of Hercules for $18.60 per share in cash and 0.093 ...

14 Jul 2008

New Way to Develop Efficient and Inexpensive Plastic Electronics

A new way to help technologists develop efficient and inexpensive plastic electronic devices, such as plastic solar cells and a new type of transistor was showcased by physicist Andrea Liscio.

14 Jul 2008

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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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New Interconnect Etch System for Flash and DRAM Memory Chips

Eco Friendly Airconditioning System Power by the Sun

Cognis Sells Textile and Leather Chemicals Business

ATMI and Praxair Settle Vaccum Technology Litigation

First Report on the Stability and Electronic Properties of Gold Nanoclusters

Arizona State University Establish Solar Power Laboratory

New Study Predicts that Nanoelectronics will be Powered by Carbon Nanotubes

GKN Aerospace to Supply Complete Engine Modules

New Process For Producing Curved Titanium Structures

Research on Composite Integrated Wing Production Enters Final Stage

Researchers Discover Mechanical Properties of Nano-Molecular Motors

Scientists Uncover Holy Grail of Physics With Zero Resistance Electricity Transport

Kobe Steel to Sell Metal Powders Business

Ashland Merger to Create Major, Global Specialty Chemicals Company

New Way to Develop Efficient and Inexpensive Plastic Electronics

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How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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Exploring Wet Granulation in Tablet Manufacturing

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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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How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Comparing Computed Radiography and Digital Detector Arrays

How the RSC is Empowering the Future of Chemical Sciences

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2New Electrolyte Improves Battery Production and Recycling

3Longer-Lasting Catalyst Boosts Hydrogen Production

4New Solid-State Electrolyte Increases the Affordability of Green Energy Storage

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6Abundant Elements Enhance Lithium-Iron Battery Performance

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