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Efficient Strategy to Obtain High-Quality Perovskite Single Crystals

Multiple-cation and mixed halide (FAMACs) perovskites developed by adding Br/MA/Cs ions into the FAPbI3 perovskites are known to be the ideal compositions for use in high-efficiency photovoltaic and photoelectronic devices thanks to their reduced hysteresis, suppressed ion migration, and improved stability.

12 Feb 2021

Carbon Nanotube-Embedded Foldable Perovskite Solar Cells Exhibit High Efficiency

Studies on foldable electronics have gained huge momentum with the recent development of foldable mobile phone screens. A specifically valuable application of foldable technology is in solar panels.

12 Feb 2021

New Catalytic Reactor Could Make Chemical Manufacturing More Sustainable

The Spinning Disc Mesh Reactor (SMDR), developed by University of Bath chemical engineers Dr Emma Emanuelsson-Patterson and Dr Parimala Shivaprasad, creates chemicals and APIs - Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients, used to create all sorts of medicines - by reacting chemicals with enzymes on a spinning cloth-covered plate, like a vinyl record.

12 Feb 2021

Researchers Show How Light can Make 2D Materials to Vibrate

Current electronic components in computers, mobile phones and many other devices are based on microstructured silicon carriers. However, this technology has almost reached its physical limits and the smallest possible structure sizes.

12 Feb 2021

New Nanowire Could Enable More Efficient Superconducting Electronics

Superconductors -- materials that conduct electricity without resistance -- are remarkable. They provide a macroscopic glimpse into quantum phenomena, which are usually observable only at the atomic level. Beyond their physical peculiarity, superconductors are also useful. They're found in medical imaging, quantum computers, and cameras used with telescopes.

12 Feb 2021

New Solvent Improves on an Emerging Desalination Technology

Researchers predict that two-thirds of the global population could be affected by freshwater shortage by 2025.

12 Feb 2021

Qdos Chemical Metering Pumps Now Offer Four Configurable Outputs

Qdos chemical metering pumps from Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group (WMFTG) now feature four configurable outputs to help users cut down on the need for additional PLCs and provide extra flexibility when communicating with SCADA or other external monitoring systems.

From Watson-Marlow Fluid Technology Group 12 Feb 2021

Metso Outotec Launches Global Training Certification Program for Services Professionals

Metso Outotec starts an integrated competence development, called Services Certification Program, which is targeted for the company’s service employees working on site. Metso Outotec has an extensive footprint of over 3000 Field Services professionals and additional support resources close to customer operations. The certification training program has been designed to validate and develop their employees’ knowledge and skills at servicing their respective products and technologies.

From Metso 12 Feb 2021

GSSI Updates to StructureScan™ Mini XT GPR Kit and Palm XT Antenna

GSSI, the world’s leading manufacturer of ground penetrating radar (GPR) equipment, announces new updates to the StructureScan™ Mini XT all-in-one GPR concrete inspection system, including a software update and a newly designed survey wheel for the Palm XT Antenna.

12 Feb 2021

Virtual Industries Offers Versatile STEALTH-VAC™ ELITE Vacuum Pen

Virtual Industries Inc., a leading supplier of manual vacuum handling solutions, offers the STEALTH-VAC™ ELITE ESD-SAFE Kit – Normally Closed VACUUM PEN™ (Order #VVSV-NC-KIT). The system operates on compressed air or nitrogen.

From Virtual Industries, Inc. 12 Feb 2021

Polyglass Announces Polystick® P High-Temperature Roof Underlayment

Polyglass U.S.A. Inc., an industry-leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, is pleased to announce the release of Polystick P, an advanced self-adhered roof underlayment specifically designed for metal roofs and other high-temperature applications.

From POLYGLASS U.S.A. Inc. 12 Feb 2021

Lorin Announces “Rust” Anodized Aluminum for Interior Design

Rust not only provides a weathered look, but also offers a rich, rusted metal appeal that only comes from Lorin’s anodized aluminum.

From Lorin Industries 12 Feb 2021

Safer Medical Devices With Picosun’s Antimicrobial ALD Coatings

ESPOO, Finland, 12th February 2021 – Picosun Group, the leading provider of AGILE ALD® (Atomic Layer Deposition) thin film coating technology and solutions, reports excellent aseptic properties measured from its ALD materials.

From Picosun Oy 12 Feb 2021

Rigaku ResQ CQL Raman Analyzer Wins Design Excellence Award

The next-generation ResQ CQL handheld Raman analyzer used by law enforcement, border patrol, and the military for drug, explosive and hazardous materials detection has been recognized for its innovative design, marking a successful collaboration between Rigaku Analytical Devices and Juggernaut Design

From Rigaku Corporation 12 Feb 2021