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Innovative Assembly Method Quickly Transforms 2D Structures into Complex 3D Shapes

Researchers from the Northwestern University, Tsinghua University and the University of Illinois have developed a method that uses cuts in a material to assemble complex 3D nano- and microstructures from materials like silicon.

10 Sep 2015

Hedgehog Robots Could Hop and Tumble on Comets and Asteroids

Researchers at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL), the Stanford University, and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, have developed 'Hedgehog' robots that are capable of hopping, tumbling and flipping in microgravity.

8 Sep 2015

Researchers Demonstrate Stretchable, Conformable TFT driven LED Display Laminated into Textiles

Researchers from Holst Centre (set up by TNO and imec), imec and CMST, imec’s associated lab at Ghent University, have demonstrated the world’s first stretchable and conformable thin-film transistor (TFT) driven LED display laminated into textiles. This paves the way to wearable displays in clothing providing users with feedback.

From IMEC 3 Sep 2015

3DMe Photobooth Uses 3D Imaging Technology for Capturing Instant, Photo-Realistic Facial Image

3D Systems today announced the immediate availability of its new generation of 3DMe® Photobooth, which brings the full 3DMe experience to retail spaces and events.

29 Aug 2015

Innovative Superlattice Structure Exhibits Ferromagnetism and Ferroelectricity Properties at Quantum Scale

James Rondinelli and his team from Northwestern Engineering have proposed a new design strategy to integrate ferromagnetism and ferroelectricity at room temperature. These properties hardly occur together in any material under ambient conditions.

25 Aug 2015

Researchers Provide Fast, Programmable Snapping Motion to Thin Shells Using Curved Creases

Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have formulated a new method based on the natural “snapping” systems, such as Venus flytrap leaves and hummingbird beaks, to apply curved creases so that thin curved shells are provided with a quick, programmable snapping motion mimicking the natural “snapping” systems.

25 Aug 2015

Mussel-Inspired Waterproof Medical Adhesives Use Sustainable Soybean Oil as Base Material

The National Science Foundation (NSF) has funded University of Akron team, $390,000 to design and assess waterproof medical adhesives prepared from soybean oil.

11 Aug 2015

Successful Test Launch of 3D-Printed Aircraft from Royal Navy Warship

A 3D printed unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), designed and built at the University of Southampton, was successfully test launched from the front of the Royal Navy warship, HMS Mersey, and landed safely on a Dorset beach.

24 Jul 2015

Local Motors Unveils Designs for the World’s First Production Line of 3D-Printed Cars

Local Motors, a company specializing in design and development of vehicles, has declared the winner of its Project Redacted challenge - a unique competition launched to challenge the co-creation community to design state-of-the-art 3D-printed cars. This competition will also serve as an inspiration for the world’s first 3D-printed car.

9 Jul 2015

UK’s £28 Million National Formulation Centre Gets New Centre Director

The Centre for Process Innovation (CPI) has announced that Graeme Cruickshank has been chosen to lead the UK’s National Formulation Centre, a new world class UK based open access innovation centre for advanced formulated product design and manufacture.

8 Jul 2015

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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.

Design and Innovation News

Innovative Assembly Method Quickly Transforms 2D Structures into Complex 3D Shapes

Hedgehog Robots Could Hop and Tumble on Comets and Asteroids

Researchers Demonstrate Stretchable, Conformable TFT driven LED Display Laminated into Textiles

3DMe Photobooth Uses 3D Imaging Technology for Capturing Instant, Photo-Realistic Facial Image

Innovative Superlattice Structure Exhibits Ferromagnetism and Ferroelectricity Properties at Quantum Scale

Researchers Provide Fast, Programmable Snapping Motion to Thin Shells Using Curved Creases

Mussel-Inspired Waterproof Medical Adhesives Use Sustainable Soybean Oil as Base Material

Successful Test Launch of 3D-Printed Aircraft from Royal Navy Warship

Local Motors Unveils Designs for the World’s First Production Line of 3D-Printed Cars

UK’s £28 Million National Formulation Centre Gets New Centre Director

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

Benchtop micro-XRF System for the Elemental Analysis of Samples

Cubic Instruments' Laser Raman Gas Analyzers: Reliable Solutions for Monitoring Industrial Process Gases

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

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The Role of Advanced Materials in Automotive Technology

What are the Hazards of Alternative CO2 Solutions?

Using Polymer-Based Printers and Injectors for Metals and Ceramics

A Guide to ASTM D790 and its Importance

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?

Design and Innovation News

Revolutionizing Hydraulic Fluid Contamination Monitoring with Dynamic Image Analysis

The Evolution and Versatility of Benchtop XRD

A New Approach to Flash Point Testing

1Researchers Develop AI Framework for Optimizing Battery Electrolytes

2Halogen-Free Polymer Electrolytes: A Sustainable Energy Solution

3Sustainable Energy Harvesting: Turning Plastic Waste into Power

4Self-Healing Polymer Glasses: A Breakthrough in Material Science

5High-Performance PEM for Electrochemical Hydrogen Storage

6Green Steel: How Hydrogen and Electric Ironmaking Drive Innovation

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