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Green Products Made by Mimicking the Ultrastructure of Wood via 3D Printing

Scientists from the Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden, have achieved 3D printing with a wood-based ink that can mimic the special “ultrastructure” of wood.

28 Jun 2019

The Application of Powder Rheology in Additive Manufacturing

Additive Manufacturing (AM) is sensitive to powder variability when applying fine layers in a uniform manner. This process, often referred to as “spreading”, demands a high degree of consistency and repeatability in the feedstock.

From Freeman Technology 28 Jun 2019

Swissbit Introduces Industrial Grade USB Flash Drive 'U-50n' - USB 3.1 Flash Drive Key for Industrial Applications

Swissbit announces the introduction of its U-50n (Nano) - a small and robust USB 3.1 flash drive with capacities from 8 to 64GB intended for IoT and industrial applications which need more than just a USB drive. The new U-50n offers all the features required by demanding applications.

From Swissbit AG 28 Jun 2019

Bastion Chooses Renishaw to Bring Metal Additive Manufacturing In-House

Global engineering technologies company, Renishaw, has supplied Bastion Cycles with an AM250 system to improve its in-house additive manufacturing (AM) capabilities.

From Renishaw plc - Spectroscopy 28 Jun 2019

“Mother-of-Pearl” Inspired Glass Performs Better Against Impact than Alternatives

Scientists have designed a new ductile yet tough glass inspired by the properties of nacre — the opalescent biological composite found within seashells.

28 Jun 2019

New All-In-One Instrument for Complete Hall Measurement and Analysis

Ideal for researchers studying semiconductor materials, the new MeasureReady™ M91 FastHall measurement controller from Lake Shore Cryotronics delivers significantly higher levels of accuracy, speed, and convenience as compared to traditional Hall effect measurement solutions.

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 28 Jun 2019

Kaman Measuring Announces KD-5100 Differential Measurement System

The Measuring Division of Kaman Precision Products, Inc., a world leader in the design and manufacture of high-performance, precision non-contact position measuring systems, highlights the availability of its KD-5100 differential measurement system, which provides resolution to a nanometer of positional change.

From Kaman Precision Products 28 Jun 2019

Carrier Introduces the AquaForce® Vision 30KAVP

Carrier announces the launch of the AquaForce Vision 30KAVP, its premium variable-speed air-cooled screw chiller that reaches a never before seen seasonal energy efficiency ratio rating of 5.6, which is 25% above the Ecodesign 2021 Tier 2 requirements.

From Carrier Marine and Offshore Systems 28 Jun 2019

Repsol’s Plastic Recycling Process to Boost Circular Economy Model

Repsol has devoted many resources to lead the search for new solutions to boost the Circular Economy and promote that a large amount of plastic waste, which currently goes to landfill, be transformed into new raw material for its petrochemical processes.

From Repsol Campus 28 Jun 2019

UPM Develops Large Scale Robot-Based 3D Printing Applications Using PLA Biocomposite

In collaboration with ABB and Prenta, UPM has demonstrated large scale robot-based granulate 3D printing applications with UPM Formi 3D biocomposite opening new possibilities for designers and manufacturers.

From UPM 28 Jun 2019

NatureWorks Introduces Ingeo 3D450, PLA Formulation for Dual Extrusion 3D Printing

NatureWorks has introduced Ingeo 3D450, a new break-away formulation for use in dual extrusion 3D printers.

From NatureWorks LLC 28 Jun 2019

New Recyclable Self-Reinforced PLA Composites for Auto & Medical Applications

Driven by the wish to tackle environmental issues and work towards the EC Plastics Strategy, the composite materials developed in the Bio4self project are fully bio-based, easily recyclable, reshapable and even industrially biodegradable.

From BIO4SELF 28 Jun 2019

Growing Manufacturing Capabilities Drive Global 3D Printing Plastics Market

MarketsandMarkets™ have recently announced it new report "3D Printing Plastics Market by Type (Photopolymer, ABS, Polyamide, PLA), Form (Filament, Liquid/Ink, Powder), End-Use Industry (Healthcare, Aerospace & Defense, Automotive, Electrical & Electronics), Application, and Region - Global Forecast to 2027".

28 Jun 2019

Researchers Create New Polymer Cathode Material for Ultrafast Metal-Ion Batteries

Researchers from Skoltech Center for Energy Science and Technology, IPCP RAS and D.I. Mendeleev Russian University of Chemical Technology have created a new polymer cathode material for ultrafast metal-ion batteries with superior characteristics.

28 Jun 2019

Eastman Unveils Avra™ Performance Fibers, Made from 100% Recycled PET

Eastman Chemical Company announces Avra™ recycled performance fibers, transforming its existing performance fibers technology by producing with 100 percent post-consumer recycled PET material across the portfolio.

From Eastman 28 Jun 2019