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Design and Development of Active Electrocatalysts for Efficient NH3 Production

A study team has recently outlined recent advances in electrocatalyst development for ambient NH3 synthesis, primarily using catalytic mechanisms, theoretical advances, and electrochemical performance.

22 Aug 2023

Ingenious Battery Charging System for Soldiers Working in Jungle Environments

A group of undergraduate electrical engineering students from the University of West Florida’s Emerald Coast campus in Fort Walton Beach created an innovative battery charging system for soldiers training and operating in jungle conditions.

22 Aug 2023

Developing Bio-Based Antibacterial Agent for Leather Coating

Recent research published in the journal Engineering discloses a remarkable advancement in the field of green leather coating materials.

22 Aug 2023

New Method Uses Hydrogen to Make Pharmaceuticals in a More Sustainable Way

The world needs greener ways to make chemicals. In a new study, University of Wisconsin-Madison researchers demonstrate one potential path toward this goal by adapting hydrogen fuel cell technologies.

22 Aug 2023

Developing New Synthetic Catalysts to Break Down Cellulose

Yan Zhao gestured toward the trees outside his campus window on a rainy afternoon.

22 Aug 2023

Element Receives GKN Aerospace Approval for Testing of Additive Manufacturing Powders

Element, headquartered in London, UK, has received approval from GKN Aerospace Sweden AB to test metal powders at its Antwerp facility. The approval is seen as a significant milestone, and follows investment in a compreh...

22 Aug 2023

Researchers Develop a Unique Quantum Mechanical Approach to Determining Metal Ductility

A team of scientists developed a new quantum-mechanics-based approach to predict metal ductility. The team demonstrated its effectiveness on refractory multi-principal-element alloys.

22 Aug 2023

NPL Acquires Novel Mechanical Test Equipment to Characterise Additively Manufactured Metals

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL), the UK’s national metrology institute, recently added to its testing capability by acquiring an Indentation Plastometer from Plastometrex.

22 Aug 2023

Transforming CO2 into Valuable Chemicals Through Microbial Electrosynthesis (MES)

MES has surfaced as a promising approach for reducing CO2 into biofuels and platform chemicals, holding significant potential for sustainable energy and chemical production.

21 Aug 2023

New Layered Structure Built From 2D Material Exhibits Unique Energy and Charge Transfer Properties

Creating novel materials by combining layers with unique, beneficial properties seems like a fairly intuitive process-stack up the materials and stack up the benefits.

21 Aug 2023

Transforming Carbon Dioxide into Propane Using Green Approach

A promising discovery in green energy has been published recently published in Nature Energy based on ground-breaking studies done at Illinois Institute of Technology.

21 Aug 2023

High-Efficiency Coating Technique for Biologically Active Materials

For a range of medical products, Rutgers scientists have developed an extremely precise approach for producing coatings of biologically active materials.

21 Aug 2023

Mathematical Model Offers a Path to Better Lithium-Metal Batteries

Due to its promise in electronics and electric car applications, lithium metal batteries (LMBs) have received a lot of interest. However, problems like Li dendrite formation and unfavorable electrolyte side reactions during electrochemical cycling prevent their broad commercialization.

21 Aug 2023

TAU Systems Upgrades University of Texas Tabletop Laser To A Peak Power of 40 Terawatts and Debuts its Particle Accelerator

TAU Systems, the producer of ultrafast, compact laser-plasma accelerators, today announced the successful upgrade of the existing University of Texas Tabletop Terawatt Laser (UT3), to a new and improved performance for powering a compact particle accelerator.

21 Aug 2023

$Thermo Scientific ARL X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer now enables high precision phase and structure analysis for quality control$

Thermo Scientific ARL X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer now enables high precision phase and structure analysis for quality control

Thermo Fisher Scientific is launching the Thermo Scientific™ ARL™ X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer to support cost-effective routine phase analysis for quality monitoring in any laboratory.

From Thermo Fisher Scientific – Materials & Structural Analysis 21 Aug 2023

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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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Design and Development of Active Electrocatalysts for Efficient NH3 Production

Ingenious Battery Charging System for Soldiers Working in Jungle Environments

Developing Bio-Based Antibacterial Agent for Leather Coating

New Method Uses Hydrogen to Make Pharmaceuticals in a More Sustainable Way

Developing New Synthetic Catalysts to Break Down Cellulose

Element Receives GKN Aerospace Approval for Testing of Additive Manufacturing Powders

Researchers Develop a Unique Quantum Mechanical Approach to Determining Metal Ductility

NPL Acquires Novel Mechanical Test Equipment to Characterise Additively Manufactured Metals

Transforming CO2 into Valuable Chemicals Through Microbial Electrosynthesis (MES)

New Layered Structure Built From 2D Material Exhibits Unique Energy and Charge Transfer Properties

Transforming Carbon Dioxide into Propane Using Green Approach

High-Efficiency Coating Technique for Biologically Active Materials

Mathematical Model Offers a Path to Better Lithium-Metal Batteries

TAU Systems Upgrades University of Texas Tabletop Laser To A Peak Power of 40 Terawatts and Debuts its Particle Accelerator

Thermo Scientific ARL X’TRA Companion X-ray Diffractometer now enables high precision phase and structure analysis for quality control

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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

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Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

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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 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

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2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

5A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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