Manufacturing self-cleaning fabrics is a key focus of research in the textiles industry currently. Now, a new paper published in Polymers has investigated the control of microscopic features of self-cleaning textiles using common 3D printing technologies.
By Reginald Davey
3 Aug 2022
A research partnership between Penn State and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) could enable an improved method to make a new type of semiconductor that is a few atoms thin and interacts with light in an unusual way.
Chemists at the University of Münster have developed a novel and straightforward way to produce complex organic molecules. Mild reaction conditions, simple operation, scalability and the use of an inexpensive and commercially available photosensitizer make the method interesting for industrial applications.
New research has appeared in the journal Composites Part C: Open Access investigating the benefits of using pyrolysis and compatibilizers to produce sustainable biocomposites from biodegradable plastics and biofuel co-products.
By Reginald Davey
3 Aug 2022
Indium Corporation is pleased to announce that its Director of Global Supply Chain and International Trade Compliance, Donna Vareha-Walsh, has been elected to the American Tin Trade Association Board of Directors.
Rigaku Americas announced Kent Heath as its new CEO. Heath was also named President of Rigaku Americas Corporation.
To meet the growing demand for battery electric heavy-duty vehicles and machines, the Volvo Group has initiated the process to establish a large-scale production plant for battery cells in Sweden.
Proven measurement technology for monitoring water content in natural gas gets an upgrade with better data handling and network connectivity, an improved user interface, and enhanced modularity for optimal field serviceability.
BSI, in its role as the UK National Standards Body, publishes a new code of practice to help organizations correctly adopt Total Productive Maintenance (TPM). The new PAS1918 standard offers new guidance to help manufacturers looking to maximize the efficiency of their existing production systems.
Wearable technology, such as virtual reality headsets and fitness and health monitors are part of electronics that are in common use now. But it might be difficult to figure out how to keep these gadgets powered constantly.
Southwest Research Institute and The University of Texas in San Antonio are working together to create a hybrid metal-carbon microstructure that encompasses both chemical and physical hydrogen storage processes to enhance storage materials for hydrogen fuels.
Engineers at Rutgers University have developed a technique for 3D printing large, complicated parts for a tenth of the price of existing approaches.
Scientists from Italy and India have presented a new review into geothermal systems for environmentally friendly air conditioning. This advance will improve the renewability and sustainability of air conditioning.
By Reginald Davey
2 Aug 2022
Scientists from China have presented research into using corrugated layered titanates in potassium-ion batteries to enhance their performance. The new paper appears in the journal ACS Materials Letters.
By Reginald Davey
2 Aug 2022
A new paper in the journal Energies has investigated the potential of biogas production in the textiles industries. Scientists from Brazil and Sweden have contributed to the new research.
By Reginald Davey
2 Aug 2022