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Trans-India Announce Acquisition of Solar Semiconductor

Trans-India Acquisition Corporation announced today that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire not less than 80% of privately held Solar Semiconductor Ltd. Solar Semiconductor designs, manufactures an...

28 Oct 2008

Hexion Announce Additional Funding Committment to Close Merge with Huntsman Corp.

Hexion Specialty Chemicals, Inc. announced that it continues to proceed expeditiously to close its merger with Huntsman Corporation. Hexion has been informed that certain stockholders of Huntsman agreed to make an additi...

28 Oct 2008

CHEMAWARE Knowledge Platform Launched to Provide First Class Know-How in Industrial Surface Cleaning

SAFECHEM announces the launch of the CHEMAWARE™ knowledge platform www.chemaware.org aimed at providing know-how and raising awareness on the responsible and sustainable use of solvents for first class industrial surface...

28 Oct 2008

The Important Delamination Behaviour of Composites is Comprehensively Examined

The aerospace industry is one example of the increased use of composites,
whilst the advantages of such are clear it is of critical importance to be aware
of any potential dangers. Delamination behaviour of composites from Woodhead
Publishing comprehensively examines this important area of concern, focusing
on the main mode of failure: delamination. This vital information will heighten
awareness of failure and open discussion on technologies that can further enhance
performance.

28 Oct 2008

The Latest Developments in Materials for Fuel Cells Reviewed

Highlighted by their utilisation in the automotive industry, fuel cells are
fast gathering pace as an important alternative to the power produced from fossil
cells. Fuel cells offer benefits in terms of efficiency and low emissions however
development is challenged by the need for better materials to make fuels financially
beneficial and more durable. Materials for fuel cells from Woodhead
Publishing reviews the developments in materials to fulfil the potential
of fuel cells as a major power source.

28 Oct 2008

Automated Minerals Analysis System Wins Australian Export Award

Intellection was announced as the winner of the inaugural Tom Burns Award, established last year in memory of the late Honourable Tom Burns AO to recognise an emerging exporter to China or Vietnam. The presentation wa...

28 Oct 2008

New Book Addresses Concerns over Long Term Structural Performance of Composite Materials

Whilst the ageing of humans has been a popular point of discussion for many
years we are now looking at the world around us to assess the damage that ageing
can cause. Ageing of composites from Woodhead
Publishing addresses many of the uncertainties about the long-term performance
of composites, an important issue due to the increased use of composites in
structural applications.

28 Oct 2008

Examination of Structural, Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Natural Fiber Polymer Composites

Bio-degradable materials are on the increase as a direct response to heightened
awareness of environmental issues. Plant-based natural fiber reinforced polymer
composites are an illustration of this, replacing conventional materials used
in applications such as automobiles. Tribology of natural fiber polymer composites
from Woodhead Publishing
examines the availability and processing of natural fiber polymer composites
and their structural, mechanical and tribological properties.

28 Oct 2008

Latest Developments in Hydrogen Storage Reviewed in New Book

Central to the development of hydrogen as a major alternative energy source
is its safe, efficient and viable storage. In order to benefit from the highly
efficient and low emission producing fuel cell consideration needs to be made
for unique requirements in storage. Solid-state hydrogen storage: Materials
and chemistry from Woodhead
Publishing provides a comprehensive review of the latest advances in solid-state
hydrogen storage.

28 Oct 2008

Materials Science News

Trans-India Announce Acquisition of Solar Semiconductor

Hexion Announce Additional Funding Committment to Close Merge with Huntsman Corp.

CHEMAWARE Knowledge Platform Launched to Provide First Class Know-How in Industrial Surface Cleaning

The Important Delamination Behaviour of Composites is Comprehensively Examined

The Latest Developments in Materials for Fuel Cells Reviewed

Automated Minerals Analysis System Wins Australian Export Award

New Book Addresses Concerns over Long Term Structural Performance of Composite Materials

Examination of Structural, Mechanical and Tribological Properties of Natural Fiber Polymer Composites

Latest Developments in Hydrogen Storage Reviewed in New Book

Vintronic Presents Award for Joint Development of Ground-Breaking Welding Concept at Daimler Plant

OC Oerlikon Announce Sell of Optic Business Unit

BASF’s Cost Saving Polystyrene Used in Beverage Bottles

UCL Engineers Receives Top Engineering Award for Car Engine Innovation

Siemens to Equip New Hot Strip Mill with Automation System for Hyundai Steel

American Elements Announce Expansion on Bromide Compound Production to Meet Market Demand

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Enhancing Materials Research with XRM Microscopy and Deep Learning Reconstruction

Digital Traceability and the Battery Passport: A Conversation with Rockwell Automation

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SM-92100EUVC: Excimer UV Cleaner

Enhance Nanostructure Analysis With the SAXSpoint 500 SAXS/WAXS System

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Mineral Analysis in the Mining Industry: Sample Preparation and Challenges

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Tackling the Battery Production Challenge

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Digital Traceability and the Battery Passport: A Conversation with Rockwell Automation

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