G.P. Thomas

Gary graduated from the University of Manchester with a first-class honours degree in Geochemistry and a Masters in Earth Sciences. After working in the Australian mining industry, Gary decided to hang up his geology boots and turn his hand to writing.

When he isn't developing topical and informative content, Gary can usually be found playing his beloved guitar, or watching Aston Villa FC snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

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Articles from G.P.

Zink Oxide Nano Crystals Staple Together Un-Joinable Polymers

Researchers at the Kiel University have developed a new technology that can link two polymers such as Teflon and silicone, which are considered to be “un-joinable”, Passive nano-scaled crystal linkers are employed as staples to link the two “un-joinable materials”.

27 Aug 2012

3M Launches Spray Adhesive for Seaming Geotextile Fabrics

3M, the company leveraging technology to produce innovative products, has launched a cylinder spray adhesive for seaming geotextile fabrics known as the 3M Geotextile Seaming Cylinder Spray Adhesive.

27 Aug 2012

Univar to Market and Distribute Hydrochloric Acid Produced Using K2 Pure’s Inherently-Safe Technology

Univar, the worldwide distributor for industrial and specialty chemicals, has inked an agreement with K2 Pure Solutions to promote and distribute hydrochloric acid produced using the Inherently Safe Technology (IST). K2 Pure is credited with the creation and application of the innovative IST manufacturing process.

24 Aug 2012

Report on Global Nitrile Butadiene Industry

Reportlinker.com has added a new market research report on the global nitrile butadiene industry to its catalogue. The report offers an analysis of the global market for Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (NBR) in units of Thousand Metric Tons.

24 Aug 2012

Carnegie Scientists Establish Conditions to Induce Metallic State for Nickel Oxide

Scientists at the Carnegie Institution for Science have determined the conditions under which the compound nickel oxide can be changed into a metal that is capable of conducting electricity. Nickel oxide has the distinction of being the first compound to be researched for its electronic properties. The compound is an insulator, that is, it does not conduct electricity.

24 Aug 2012

Scientists Develop Surface Emitting Semiconductor Lasers

Scientists at TU Darmstadt in conjunction with their partners in the European Union’s ‘Subtune’ project have devised semiconductor lasers that emit light over a broad spectral range of 100 nm.

23 Aug 2012

Ricoh Introduces Sustainable Office Multifunction Products with Recycled Steel

Ricoh Americas has launched the Ricoh MP 6002/ MP 7502/ MP 9002 series of office multifunction products (MFPs). These products feature printing, scanning, copying, faxing and distribution facilities with speeds of 60, 75 and 90 pages/min. Further, a new type of eco-friendly steel has been used in these imaging products.

23 Aug 2012

Less-Expensive, More Sustainable Materials for Photovoltaic Devices

Scientists state that less-expensive solar energy technology is required to install shingled roofs in homes which produce electricity. Advances towards such technology are being reported.

22 Aug 2012

What is Aerogel? Theory, Properties and Applications

‘Aerogel’ is a broad term used to talk about an extraordinary group of materials that have been used since the 1960s in space travel, but are now finding uses across a whole range of industries.

22 Aug 2012

Industrial Nanotech’s Nansulate Coatings to be Used in Caribbean Marketplace Renovation Project

Industrial Nanotech, a provider of energy conserving solutions based on nanotechnology, has reported that its patented Nansulate translucent thermal insulation and protective coating will be utilized for skylight insulation in the recently awarded Caribbean Marketplace Renovation Project. The City of Miami is undertaking the renovation project.

22 Aug 2012

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.

G.P. Thomas

Articles from G.P.

Zink Oxide Nano Crystals Staple Together Un-Joinable Polymers

3M Launches Spray Adhesive for Seaming Geotextile Fabrics

Univar to Market and Distribute Hydrochloric Acid Produced Using K2 Pure’s Inherently-Safe Technology

Report on Global Nitrile Butadiene Industry

Carnegie Scientists Establish Conditions to Induce Metallic State for Nickel Oxide

Scientists Develop Surface Emitting Semiconductor Lasers

Ricoh Introduces Sustainable Office Multifunction Products with Recycled Steel

Less-Expensive, More Sustainable Materials for Photovoltaic Devices

What is Aerogel? Theory, Properties and Applications

Industrial Nanotech’s Nansulate Coatings to be Used in Caribbean Marketplace Renovation Project

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Torque Testing Explained

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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?

G.P. Thomas

Articles from G.P.

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

3Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

4Plasmonic Photocatalysis for Efficient Hydrogen Generation

5Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

6New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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