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Tiny, Identical, Interlocking Parts Snapped Together to Assemble Big Structures

MIT researchers have developed a lightweight structure whose tiny blocks can be snapped together much like the bricks of a child’s construction toy. The new material, the researchers say, could revolutionize the assembly of airplanes, spacecraft, and even larger structures, such as dikes and levees.

16 Aug 2013

jobaTec Takes On European Distribution for Dynavac Vacuum Systems

jobaTEC announces it has entered into an exclusive Distribution Agreement with Dynavac, Hingham, MA, USA. This Agreement appoints jobaTEC as the sole distributor of Dynavac high vacuum systems for thin film deposition, space simulation and custom engineered applications, spare parts and service throughout Europe.

From Dynavac 15 Aug 2013

New Accessories For Cryogenic Grinding From Retsch

The GRINDOMIX Knife Mills from Retsch are used for the rapid and reproducible size reduction and homogenization of dry as well as moist, oily or fatty sample materials.

From RETSCH GmbH 15 Aug 2013

Sapphire-to-Sapphire Welding Process Developed by Primoceler

Primoceler, a microfabrication company specializing in laser micro welding and scribing of transparent materials, has developed the first sapphire-to-sapphire welding process.

14 Aug 2013

Scientists Employ Highly Ionized Pulsed Plasma Magnetron Sputtering to Create Stable, Adhesive Antimicrobial Films

Scientists at EPFL have developed a new method for making antimicrobial surfaces that can eliminate bacteria under a minute. The technology, now tested in a hospital, shows enormous potential for preventing hospital-acquired infections.

14 Aug 2013

Picodeon to Accelerate Development of Thin Film Materials and Applications with €5 Million Investment

Finnish coating technology specialist Picodeon Ltd is to accelerate the development and manufacture of its disruptive thin films and thin film deposition tools following completion of a EUR €5 million round of investment by Enso Ventures Ltd. In addition, Picodeon recently started a new project funded by TEKES (the Finnish Funding Agency for Technology and Innovation) with a value over EUR €1 million.

14 Aug 2013

Lake Shore to Exhibit Materials Characterization Systems at ICNS 2013

Lake Shore offers probe stations, Hall measurement systems (HMS) and a prototype THz system that allows for complex measurements under variable temperature and magnetic field conditions.

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 13 Aug 2013

MIT Student Wins Epilog Zing 16 Laser Engraving/Cutting System for Electric Orbit Wheels Instructable

Epilog Laseris pleased to announce Massachusetts Institute of Technology student, Jaguar Kristeller, Fairbanks, Alaska, is the grand-prize winner in the fifth installment of the highly-popular Epilog Challenge hosted on Instructables.com.

From Epilog Laser 13 Aug 2013

Complete Selection Of Cryogenic And Cryogen-Free Models Featured In New Lake Shore Catalog

Lake Shore Cryotronics has released a comprehensive new catalog for its family of cryogenic and cryogen-free probe stations. The downloadable catalog contains detailed specifications for each probe station, as well as descriptions of options and configurations.

From Lake Shore Cryotronics Inc. 12 Aug 2013

Axalta Invests in New Pilot Reactor for Coatings Technology Center

Axalta Coating Systems, a leading global supplier of liquid and powder coatings, has invested $5 million in a new pilot reactor that has begun operations to support coatings polymer research and scale-up activities at its Coatings Technology Center (CTC) in Wilmington.

12 Aug 2013

Editorial Highlights

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.

Materials Processing News

Tiny, Identical, Interlocking Parts Snapped Together to Assemble Big Structures

jobaTec Takes On European Distribution for Dynavac Vacuum Systems

New Accessories For Cryogenic Grinding From Retsch

Sapphire-to-Sapphire Welding Process Developed by Primoceler

Scientists Employ Highly Ionized Pulsed Plasma Magnetron Sputtering to Create Stable, Adhesive Antimicrobial Films

Picodeon to Accelerate Development of Thin Film Materials and Applications with €5 Million Investment

Lake Shore to Exhibit Materials Characterization Systems at ICNS 2013

MIT Student Wins Epilog Zing 16 Laser Engraving/Cutting System for Electric Orbit Wheels Instructable

Complete Selection Of Cryogenic And Cryogen-Free Models Featured In New Lake Shore Catalog

Axalta Invests in New Pilot Reactor for Coatings Technology Center

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

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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?

Materials Processing News

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

13D-Printed Organic Tissue Models Mimic Living Organs

2Perovskite and Copper System Creates C2 Chemicals from CO2

3Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

4Pioneering Large-Scale Aluminum 3D Printing

5DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

6Upcycling LDPE: Transforming Plastic Waste into High-Value Graphite

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