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Directional Plasmon Excitation at Molecular Scales

NUS scientists have developed a method for directional excitation of plasmons at molecular length scale with electrically driven sources. Photonic devices which make use of light can transmit information much faster than nanoelectronic systems.

30 Aug 2019

Tough Mechanical Motion Control Problems-Solved Cablecraft Engineering Expertise Saves Government Millions

Since beginning work for the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), Cablecraft Motion Controls has saved the U.S. government over $10,000,000; $2,000,000 on the maintenance of the A-10 Thunderbolt (Warthog).

From Cablecraft Motion Controls 30 Aug 2019

First Report of Superconductivity in a Nickel Oxide Material

Scientists at the Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory and Stanford University have made the first nickel oxide material that shows clear signs of superconductivity – the ability to transmit electrical current with no loss.

30 Aug 2019

Environmentally Friendly Ductless Fume Hoods

The Purair® ECO Series ductless fume hoods are designed to protect the user and the environment from hazardous vapors generated on the work surface.

From Air Science USA LLC 30 Aug 2019

Non-Contact Colour Sensor Counts Bogie Wheel Pulses in Rail Research Project

Precision sensor manufacturer Micro-Epsilon has supplied a CFO200 non-contact colour recognition sensor to The Institute of Railway Research (IRR) at The University of Huddersfield.

From Micro-Epsilon 30 Aug 2019

Bureau of Meteorology to Release its National Outlook for Spring 2019

The Bureau of Meteorology will release its seasonal outlook for spring tomorrow (Thursday, 29 August 2019).

30 Aug 2019

mycon GmbH Develops New Cleaning System FluidMaster

mycon has previously concentrated largely on mechanical cleaning systems for heat exchangers using JetMaster, SpeedMaster and TubeMaster processes.

From mycon GmbH 30 Aug 2019

Dytek® A 2PN Secondary Amine

INVISTA is working on a new hindered aliphatic secondary amine that when tested in comparable polyurea formulations improved the thermal resistance and mechanical properties of the finished formulation while increasing the working time.

From INVISTA 30 Aug 2019

New Polyamide 6 (PA6) Compounds Outperform Standard PA6 Due to Lower Moisture Uptake

Creamid® P Series polyamide 6 (PA 6) compounds absorb nearly one-third less water at saturation than standard grades, provide 15-25% improved tensile properties in the conditioned state, and exhibit higher flow and excellent surface characteristics, even in highly glass-filled formulations.

From Teknor Apex 30 Aug 2019

The Murray Percival Company to Support MIRTEC’s Award-Winning AOI at SMTAI

Murray Percival Company, the leading supplier to the Midwest's electronics industry, is pleased to announce that they will be available to demo the MIRTEC MV-6 OMNI 3D AOI machine* at booth #305 at SMTA International, scheduled to take place September 24-25, 2019 at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.

From Murray Percival Company 30 Aug 2019

Innovations and Know-How for Optimised Processes for Deburring and Surface Finishes

Never before has there been such a concentrated and comprehensive exhibition of solutions for deburring, chamfering and the production of precision surfaces:

30 Aug 2019

Jordi Labs Speaks at Extractables and Leachables West Coast 2019

Jordi Labs' Kevin Rowland shares insights on improving quantitative accuracy in E&L testing through systematic study of response factors and detector systems.

From Jordi Labs 29 Aug 2019

Picosun's New Technology for Superior Process Quality

Picosun Group's next-gen PEALD technology enhances ALD thin film coatings with low-temperature deposition and superior film quality for sensitive applications.

29 Aug 2019

Separation and Characterization of Nanoplastics in the Environment

Postnova Analytics has published a new application note that demonstrates the promise of Electrical Asymmetric Field Flow Fractionation (EAF4) technology for separation and characterization of nanoplastics in the environment.

From Postnova Analytics UK Ltd 29 Aug 2019

PVA to Demo Flexible Robotic Conformal Coating / Dispensing System at The Battery Show

PVA, a global expert in dispensing, coating and custom automation, today announced that it will be running live dispensing demos at the Dymax booth #2245 at The Battery Show, scheduled to take place Sept. 10-12, 2019 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI.

From PVA 28 Aug 2019