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Organic Semiconductors - Application in Displays and Optical Amplifiers

These novel materials combine the properties of semiconductors with the processing characteristics of polymers. Applications of these materials range from displays to packaging to clothing to optical amplifiers.

12 Nov 2003

Novel Glasses for Flexible Scaffolding for Cell Delivery in Soft Tissue Engineering

Researchers have developed a novel phosphate glass-based material that can act as a scaffold for the repair of soft tissues in the human body. The material has potential application in the treatment of periodontal disease and muscular dystrophy.

11 Nov 2003

Diamonds - Rapid Production of Synthetic Diamonds Using a Plasma Jet Reactor

Synthetic diamonds are normally processed in a microwave reactor. The use of a plasma jet reactor can increase diamond deposition rates by as much as 10-100 times. The systems are briefly described and applications for synthetic diamonds are covered.

11 Nov 2003

Nanometer Sized Bumps Improve Prosthetic Implant Performance - News Item

Biomedical engineers have found that nanometer-scale surface features improve the acceptance of implants by the human body. Posted October 28 2003

11 Nov 2003

Cadbury Chocolates to Packaged in Biodegradable Polymers

Cadbury Milk Tray Chocolates are the first in the world to be sold in a new water soluble, biodegradable, cornstarch polymeric packaging from Plantic Technologies. Posted November 5 2003

7 Nov 2003

Driver Friendly Polymer Matrix Composite Lamp Posts

Thermopole is a new polymer-based lamp post that reduces the impact force absorbed by a vehicle and driver during a collision. Properties and advantages of the product are outlined. Posted November 5 2003

7 Nov 2003

Colour Changing Electrochromic False Nails

Researchers have developed and patented the ultimate fashion accessory, colour changing nails. The false nails which use electrochromic technology can have their colour changed to any colour using a digital control device. Posted November 4 2003

5 Nov 2003

Piezoelectric Fibre Reinforced Polymer Sensors

The Fraunhofer Institute of Silica Research have embedded small diameter piezoelectric fibres into a polymer matrix to make sensors that can record mechanical loads in three directions. Posted August 2003

31 Oct 2003

Advanced Aeroegine Materials Project – A UK Campaign Aimed at Developing Materials for Future Aeroengines

ADAM is the Advanced Aeroengine Materials project, aimed at developing materials for future aeroengines. The new project is described. Key interest include friction welding, single crystal alloys, powder metallurgy, metal matrix composites and electric engines. Posted August 2003

31 Oct 2003

Hardening of Steels - Surface Hardening, Nitriding, Flame Hardening and Induction Hardening

The hardness of steels can be increased using various processes such as surface, flame and induction hardening as well as nitriding. Factors that affect the depth of hardness achievable in steels and relationships between hardness and tensile strength are also outlined.

31 Oct 2003

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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.

Latest Articles

Organic Semiconductors - Application in Displays and Optical Amplifiers

Novel Glasses for Flexible Scaffolding for Cell Delivery in Soft Tissue Engineering

Diamonds - Rapid Production of Synthetic Diamonds Using a Plasma Jet Reactor

Nanometer Sized Bumps Improve Prosthetic Implant Performance - News Item

Cadbury Chocolates to Packaged in Biodegradable Polymers

Driver Friendly Polymer Matrix Composite Lamp Posts

Colour Changing Electrochromic False Nails

Piezoelectric Fibre Reinforced Polymer Sensors

Advanced Aeroegine Materials Project – A UK Campaign Aimed at Developing Materials for Future Aeroengines

Hardening of Steels - Surface Hardening, Nitriding, Flame Hardening and Induction Hardening

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

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SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

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4DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

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