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Puncture Impact Testing for Packaging Materials

Impact damage is probably the most common type of damage encountered by packaging. This article describes the design of a device designed to measure impact strength of packaging materials in the absence of other suitable, affordable alternatives. The testing procedure is also covered.

12 Sep 2003

Acoustic Testing - Nonlinear Acoustic Testing Techniques, A Form of Nondestructive Testing

Acoustic testing techniques provide fast and clean way to check for defects and cracks in a non-destructive manner. Several techniques are described such as nonlinear wave modulation spectroscopy. Applications and case studies are also presented.

12 Sep 2003

Plastic Packaging - Sustainability and Dealing with Plastic Packaging Waste

The sustainablilty, recycling, re-use and recovery of plastic packaging materials is discussed with an emphasis on the UK. Issues such as waste reduction, overpackaging composting and incineration are considered.

12 Sep 2003

Plastics Produced from Renewable Sources Such as Corn Gaining in Popularity - News Item

A biopolymer manufactured by Cargill Dow is gaining in popularity. Manufactured from corn, a renewable resource, it offers several advantages over petroleum-based polymers. The advantages and manufacture are briefly described. Posted September 2003

4 Sep 2003

Digital Images Fired onto Ceramic Tiles

PhotoCeramicArt have brought Digital Fire Technology to America that allows digital images to be printed onto tiles and then fired. Posted July 21st, 2003

3 Sep 2003

Cobalt-Chrome Stents Receive FDA Approval - News Item

Guidant have received the first approval from the FDA for the use of cobalt chrome stents for the treatment of coronary problems. Posted July 16 2003

3 Sep 2003

Showa Denko to Start Manufacturing Aluminium Bottles - News Item

Showa Denko are to begin manufacturing aluminium bottles from a modified line in their aluminium can manufacturing plant. Reasons for the change, advantages of aluminium bottles and industry trends are briefly discussed. Posted August 21 2003

3 Sep 2003

HydroZinc - A Hydrometallurgical Zinc Extraction Process

Teck Cominco have developed a low cost process for the direct extraction of zinc from sulphide ores called HydroZinc. The hydrometallurgical process involves bioleaching and has a number of advantages which are outlined. Posted August 28 2003

29 Aug 2003

New Welding Technique for Corrosion Resistant Metals

Scientists at Australia's CSIRO have developed Keyhole Welding, a welding process that can join corrosion resistant metals such as stainless steels and titanium alloys. Advantages and capabilities of the process are outlined. Posted August 27 2003

29 Aug 2003

Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials - Solubility of Calcium Phosphates

Calcium phosphate ceramics are classified as resorbable biomaterials. Their relative solubilities are looked at and their potential for use as bone defect fillers.

27 Aug 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.

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Puncture Impact Testing for Packaging Materials

Acoustic Testing - Nonlinear Acoustic Testing Techniques, A Form of Nondestructive Testing

Plastic Packaging - Sustainability and Dealing with Plastic Packaging Waste

Plastics Produced from Renewable Sources Such as Corn Gaining in Popularity - News Item

Digital Images Fired onto Ceramic Tiles

Cobalt-Chrome Stents Receive FDA Approval - News Item

Showa Denko to Start Manufacturing Aluminium Bottles - News Item

HydroZinc - A Hydrometallurgical Zinc Extraction Process

New Welding Technique for Corrosion Resistant Metals

Calcium Phosphate Biomaterials - Solubility of Calcium Phosphates

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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