In addition to its iridescent beauty, mother of pearl, or nacre, the inner lining of the shells of abalone, mussels and certain other mollusks, is also renowned for an amazing strength and toughness that has been a long-standing mystery.
Research chemists at the University
of Warwick have devised an elegant process which simply and cheaply covers
small particles of polymer with a layer of silica-based nanoparticles. The final
result provides a highly versatile material that can be used to create a range
of high performance materials such as: self healing paints, and clever packaging
that can be tailored to let precise levels of water, air or both pass in a particular
direction.
Schmitz Cargobull showcased the first compressed-air tank made of plastic for truck trailers at the International Motor Show (IAA) for Commercial Vehicles in Hannover, Germany in September of 2008.
Frost & Sullivan finds that the World Nanoparticles In Composites Market earned revenues of $33.7 million in 2006 and estimates this to reach $144.6 million in 2013. If you are interested in a virtual brochure, which...
Boeing [NYSE: BA] completed destructive testing today on a full-scale composite wing box of the 787 Dreamliner, the first all-composite wing box ever built for a Boeing commercial airplane. This test is part of the certi...
Exatec has recently introduced new testing methods that can help to optimize
the application of poly-siloxane nano-composite coatings which are used in combination
with Lexan* polycarbonate to enhance its ability to withstand long-term weathering
in automotive environments. The correct application of these wet-coat systems
is important to ensure the lightweight glazing components retain their clarity
for the life of the vehicle.
European project DEFCOM, the objective of which is to develop non-destructive simulation and characterisation tools that enable manufacturers of structural composites to distinguish between different types of defects and thus increase the reliability of these materials.
Structure and mechanics of fibres form the foundation for which the processes
of design, manufacturing and testing can begin. To this end an understanding
of the structural and mechanical properties of fabrics is not just important
but vital.
EasySAXS, PANalytical’s new SAXS (small angle X-ray scattering) solution enables users with little or no prior knowledge of the technique to conduct nanometer-scale materials characterization. Used in conjunction w...
Two novel testing facilities for materials research will be provided to the Technical University of Braunschweig and Hamburg University of Technology by the Deutsche Forschungsgemeinschaft (DFG, German Research Foundatio...
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