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Chinese Heritage Xuan Paper Inspires the Creation of Novel High-Haze Transparent Film

Xuan paper, referred to as one of the Four Treasures of the Study, is a key carrier for traditional Chinese calligraphy and painting art, and it is also a prized cultural heritage of China.

7 Jan 2022

New Anti-Corrosion Coating Developed to Increase the Economic Life and Durability of Steel

One of the most common methods of improving the corrosion resistance of steel is coating it with other metals such as aluminum (Al). But the use of Al in marine applications is limited owing to its tendency to react with chloride ions in sea water, leading to corrosion.

6 Jan 2022

Novel Cellulose Protective Coating for Fruit and Vegetables

Empa and Lidl Switzerland have jointly developed a cellulose protective coating for fruit and vegetables. The novel coating is made from so-called pomace - squeezed fruit and vegetable peels. The innovative project can reduce packaging and prevent food waste.

5 Jan 2022

Food Industry Plastics: Considering Thermo-Oxidation

In a recent study published in the journal Materials, researchers from Poland conducted thermogravimetric analysis and scanning calorimetry of plastics used in the food industry.

5 Jan 2022

The Electronic Response of SMD Integrated Silver-Coated Vectran Yarn

In a recent study published in the journal Materials, researchers studied the effects of different external factors such as strain, temperature, abrasion, washing, and solder pad size on the electrical resistance of surface-mounted electronic device (SMD)-integrated silver-coated Vectran (SCV) yarn.

5 Jan 2022

Optoelectronic Properties of New Polyindole Thin Film

The latest research published in Materials focuses on the optoelectronic properties of a novel type of Polyindole thin film substrate.

30 Dec 2021

NASA’s Webb Telescope Keeping Cool with Ultra-thin DuPont™ Kapton® Polyimide Films

After 30 years in development, the National Aeronautics Space Administration’s (NASA) James Webb Space Telescope (JWST) was launched on December 25, 2021, from the European Space Agency’s launch site at Kourou in French Guiana.

29 Dec 2021

Using Bio-Renewable Oligomers and Monomers to Produce Coatings

Over at the Department of Organic Chemical Technology and Polymer Materials, Faculty of Chemical Technology and Engineering, West Pomeranian University of Technology in Szczecin, Poland, a team of researchers have been developing a method to produce renewable polymer coatings using bio-renewable oligomers and monomers.

23 Dec 2021

Novel Spray-On Coating to Help Solar Panels Shed Off Snow in Cold Climates

A study team led by the University of Michigan has shown a cost-effective, clear coating that reduced the accumulation of snow and ice on solar panels, thereby enabling them to produce up to 85% more energy in preliminary testing.

22 Dec 2021

Smooth Hydrophobic Coatings may Improve the Efficiency of Anti-Icing Fluids

Icing poses a hazard to aircraft and is usually prevented with anti-icing fluids and hydrophobic coatings that reduce wettability and do not allow water to freeze on the aircraft surface.

20 Dec 2021

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Coatings and Thin Films News

Chinese Heritage Xuan Paper Inspires the Creation of Novel High-Haze Transparent Film

New Anti-Corrosion Coating Developed to Increase the Economic Life and Durability of Steel

Novel Cellulose Protective Coating for Fruit and Vegetables

Food Industry Plastics: Considering Thermo-Oxidation

The Electronic Response of SMD Integrated Silver-Coated Vectran Yarn

Optoelectronic Properties of New Polyindole Thin Film

NASA’s Webb Telescope Keeping Cool with Ultra-thin DuPont™ Kapton® Polyimide Films

Using Bio-Renewable Oligomers and Monomers to Produce Coatings

Novel Spray-On Coating to Help Solar Panels Shed Off Snow in Cold Climates

Smooth Hydrophobic Coatings may Improve the Efficiency of Anti-Icing Fluids

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Puncture Fixture Equipment - Features and Applications

HMK-CD4 Nano Particle Size Analyzer

Defender™ Omega Handheld Raman Analyzer

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Characterizing Li-Ion Battery Components Using FIB-SEM Tomography

Developing Bioactive Cell Culture Materials with Plasma Treatment

Best Practices for the Mitigation of Matrix-Induced Contamination

Quantifying Amorphous Cementitious Materials with Benchtop XRD

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Coatings and Thin Films News

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

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4Eco-Friendly Zinc Battery Targets Global Electricity Access

5Abundant Elements Enhance Lithium-Iron Battery Performance

6Argonne Partners with Talon Metals to Boost Domestic Electric Vehicle Battery Production

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