Kevlar is a synthetic material created from a chemical known as poly-para-phenylene terephthalamide. Here, we discuss this strong and heat-resistant synthetic fiber Kevlar, its properties, limitations, applications, and recent relevant studies.
3D printing has garnered much attention in the past three decades with its wide range of applications. The ongoing development in this area needs more modern feedstock materials with enhanced properties and functionality.
Jute, a natural fiber, is important in developing composite materials that have shown promise in domestic, automotive, and medical industries among others.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
29 Sep 2022
To improve flame retardancy and thermal conductivity, graphene or chemicals can be distributed as fillers in polymeric frameworks and deposited on textile fibers. This article covers the importance of making fabrics flame-retardant and novel approaches being excessively researched.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
28 Sep 2022
With the advent of highly automated semiconductor wafer production facilities, there is a pressing trend to broaden the scope of standard automation to incorporate improved decision capabilities with Combinatorial Optimization, Machine Intelligence, and Systems Analysis.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
27 Sep 2022
In this article, we discuss the characteristics, types, uses, exciting novel applications, some challenges, and the future of antiviral polymers.
By Blaise Manga Enuh
26 Sep 2022
The pressing need to make treated wastewater reusable for industrial and domestic purposes has continued to fuel the need for more efficient and eco-friendly treatment methods.
By Franklin Nwuga
22 Sep 2022
Isotopic analysis primarily involves the separation of isotopes based on the significant differences in mass. The method is effective for identifying the isotopic signature within the inorganic and organic compounds.
By Samudrapom Dam
20 Sep 2022
While batteries are the most popular power source for this new technological mode, constant, passive power from natural sources may hold the key to unlocking wearables’ full potential. One natural energy source is a prime candidate for this task: the heat produced by our bodies.
By Ben Pilkington
14 Sep 2022
Hydrogel electrolytes based on biopolymers have gathered increased attention due to their functionality, low cost, abundance, flexibility, and eco-friendliness. The biopolymers play a role in ion conduction, enabling high electrolytic conductivity, mechanical robustness, and thermal stability, in addition to biodegradability.
By Chinmay Chari
12 Sep 2022