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Simple, Cost-Effective Solution for Splitting Water into Hydrogen and Oxygen

Scientists have been studying particulate photocatalysts as an easy and economical solution to split water into oxygen and hydrogen for the large-scale production of hydrogen through the use of solar energy.

31 Mar 2021

DC Series Transducers Provide a Complete Corrosion Monitoring Toolbox

Olympus’ new DC series (DC1–DC5) dual element transducers provide inspectors with a complete corrosion monitoring toolbox for pipeline and tank integrity. Optimized for corrosion and thin materials, the transducers work with the NDT instruments and ultrasonic inspection procedures used in the oil & gas, energy and mining industries.

From Evident Corporation - NDT 31 Mar 2021

Bettersize Instruments at China International Battery Fair (CIBF) 2021

At CIBF 2021, Bettersize Instruments introduced two instruments that provide robust particle size distribution and shape analysis and an application note on lithium battery cathode materials.

From Bettersize Instruments Ltd. 31 Mar 2021

Dow Collaboration Extends Life of Reusable Plastic Pallets 150% - Reducing Carbon Footprint and Materials Consumption

Dow today announced that Yelopack, a technology-based supply chain comprehensive management company, has adopted AFFINITY™ polyolefin elastomer (POE) in its existing plastic pallets, which will increase the life span of its pallets by five years -- more than doubling their current life span.

From Dow Packaging & Specialty Plastics 31 Mar 2021

Siltbuster Launches Integrated Chemical Dosing System

Leading water treatment specialist, Siltbuster, has launched an integrated chemical dosing system (iCDS) to sit alongside its already extensive range of treatment solutions. The new product, developed and manufactured in the UK, has been designed for sites which require a cost effective and compact solution, yet still offers many of the benefits associated with Siltbuster’s larger containerised dosing systems.

From Siltbuster Limited 31 Mar 2021

LANXESS Enters Battery Chemistry Business: Electrolyte Production for Lithium-Ion Batteries in Leverkusen, Germany

LANXESS enters the field of battery chemistry by cooperating with Guangzhou Tinci Materials Technology Co. (Tinci), a leading global manufacturer of lithium-ion battery materials. Starting already next year, LANXESS will produce electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion batteries under the authorization of the Chinese company.

From LANXESS Corporation 31 Mar 2021

Supercomputer Simulations Uncover Unexpected Mechanism for Fast Release of Gas from Nuclear Fuel

Scientists at MIPT have found a possible explanation for the anomalously fast release of gas from nuclear fuel. Supercomputer simulations have uncovered an unexpected mechanism for accelerating the escape of gas bubbles from the uranium dioxide crystal matrix to the surface.

30 Mar 2021

Role of Solar Photovoltaics in Green Energy Systems has Been Underestimated

A team of researchers led by Aarhus University and including experts from universities and knowledge institutions in the US, Europe, Japan and Australia has published an article in the prestigious scientific journal Joule confirming that the role of solar photovoltaic installations in future green energy systems ought to be significantly upgraded.

30 Mar 2021

Scientists Optimize Process to Convert Waste from Rubber Tires into Graphene

This could be where the rubber truly hits the road. Rice University scientists have optimized a process to convert waste from rubber tires into graphene that can, in turn, be used to strengthen concrete.

30 Mar 2021

Researchers Use Silicon-Silicon Bond Formation to Construct a Polymer

Materials such as gallium arsenide are extremely important for the production of electronic devices. As supplies of it are limited, or they can present health and environmental hazards, specialists are looking for alternative materials.

30 Mar 2021

Magnetic Transitions in Perovskite Oxide Open Doors to Potential Applications in Spintronic Devices

They report two of the magnetic transitions, with a distinctive transition above room temperature and look into its causes, opening doors to potential applications in realizing new spintronic devices.

30 Mar 2021

Researchers Fabricate New, Highly Efficient Perovskite Solar Cells

Solar cells are superior tools for producing renewable energy by using sunlight to induce electrical current for power. From the 1980s, they have been utilized to power homes, and their production cost and performance have enhanced considerably over the years.

30 Mar 2021

New Fenton-Like Catalyst Efficiently Degrades Tetracycline Pollutants in Water

A newly developed, highly active carbon framework-encapsulated copper oxide Fenton-like catalyst exhibits the potential to produce singlet oxygen and free radicals by activating peroxymonosulfate (PMS), thereby achieving efficient disintegration of tetracycline pollutants in water.

30 Mar 2021

Printed Electronics: A Better Approach for Future Electronics Development

Researchers predict that next-generation electronics will be component-free, non-rigid, bendable, flexible, and with the ability for simple integration into different objects.

30 Mar 2021