According to studies, a revolutionary material has been discovered that can heal cracks and fractures in smartphone screens without sacrificing the screen's toughness.
By Akhlaqul Karomah
11 Nov 2021
The growing textile industry is one of the world’s largest producers of solid waste, which requires significant levels of treatment before it can be disposed of. Establishing the final destination of such waste products has become a big problem for modern society.
By Sarah Moore
10 Nov 2021
An aluminum-scandium alloy developed by RUSAL, the Russian aluminum producer, was recently approved for use in the shipbuilding industry by Russian authorities. The new alloy is lighter and stronger than alternatives, which will lead to fuel savings for commercial vessels.
By Ben Pilkington
9 Nov 2021
New research conducted by scientists at Duke University has demonstrated how the use of chalcogenide glasses could be developed into a wider range of applications, including underwater communications, environmental monitoring, and biological imaging applications.
By Sarah Moore
8 Nov 2021
This article considers research published in the journal Materials, that analyzes the energy absorption properties of enhanced pyramidal lattice structures of three strut materials prepared by 3D printing, combined with investment casting and direct metal additive manufacturing.
Naphthenic acids are a family of compounds that are toxic for both fish and other organisms. They are often found in water in regions affected by oil sands mining.
By Rebecca Ingle, Ph.D
8 Nov 2021
This article displays and considers the findings of a study published in the journal Buildings that considers the use of beer bottles in bricks, to minimize environmental impact and overcome shortages.
Supramolecular chemistry has garnered significant attention in materials science. Its main attribute is the low-energy barrier between the associated and dissociated state of molecules.
The latest research in ACS Applied Energy Materials has shown that vertically aligned silicon nanowire (VA-SiNW) arrays are capable of massively increasing light absorption and causing a significant reduction in light reflection.
By Ibtisam Abbasi
5 Nov 2021
Originally designed for watercraft, a composite material developed by the Scotland-based Ultimate Boat Company (UBC) could be a gamechanger in terms of both performance and sustainability for countless industries and applications, from wind power to yachting.
By Brett Smith
5 Nov 2021