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New Design Overcomes Problem of Overheating NEMS Devices

Nanoelectromechanical systems (NEMS) devices have the potential to revolutionize the world of sensors: motion, chemical, temperature, etc. But taking electromechanical devices from the micro scale down to the nano requires finding a means to dissipate the heat output of this tiny gadgetry.

3 Jun 2009

Thermochromic Window Film Technology Could See Accelerated Development

Thermo-chromic window films which regulate room temperature; a heart and breathing rate monitor which could revolutionise the monitoring of babies during childbirth; and improved tests for food sensitivities and allergie...

3 Jun 2009

Two Major International Materials Meetings to Take Place at NIST This Month

For the materials research community, all roads will lead to the Gaithersburg, Md., headquarters of the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) during the week of June 21, 2009, when the agency hosts two ma...

From NIST Standard Reference Materials 3 Jun 2009

Memristors, Memory Chips that Can Bend and Twist Developed by NIST

Electronic memory chips may soon gain the ability to bend and twist as a result of work by engineers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). As reported in the July 2009 issue of IEEE Electron Devic...

From NIST Standard Reference Materials 3 Jun 2009

NIST Technology to Go into Next Generation Nuclear Power Plants

Information exchange processes developed by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) will be at the center of the effort to design and build the next generation of modern, highly efficient nuclear power ...

From NIST Standard Reference Materials 2 Jun 2009

Safer, Faster Method for Transporting Dangerous Goods and Toxic Chemicals

A new routing and monitoring system developed by European researchers for trucks carrying dangerous goods promises to make Europe’s roads safer while saving haulers time and money.

2 Jun 2009

Another Mono-Ethylene Glycol Glycol Plants Starts Production Using OMEGA Technology

Following the successful start-up of Lotte Daesan's mono-ethylene glycol (MEG) plant in Korea in May 2008, the second plant to license the Shell Global Solutions OMEGA (Only Mono-Ethylene Glycol Advanced) process has successfully started up in Saudi Arabia.

2 Jun 2009

Semi Solid and Severe Service Valves for the Polymer Industry

Oliver Twinsafe has earned a reputation for delivering reliable flow control solutions, specific to their customer's needs. So when the United Kingdom based company learnt that polymer plants where consuming generic ball valves within a matter of months they knew they could develop a superior component for a targeted market.

2 Jun 2009

Spartanics to Demonstrate High-Speed Laser Die Cutting Machine

Spartanics' high-speed label laser die cutting machine working in conjunction with the EFI Jetrion® 4000 UV Inkjet System at web speeds of 100+ m/minute for the laser die cutter and 30.5+m/minute for the digital printer, will be demonstrated at an Open House event in Spartanics' Rolling Meadows, Illinois headquarters on June 24 and June 25.

2 Jun 2009

Faster Certification for Solar Panel Manufacturers Speeds Time to Market

Advancing technology, increasing demand and government incentives are giving rise to a heavy influx of new and improved photovoltaic (PV) solar panels. That current slows to a trickle, however, when these advances get st...

2 Jun 2009

Velvet Aged Bronze, A Brand New Finish for Taps and Faucets

Price Pfister, a leading manufacturer of kitchen and bath fixtures and accessories, today introduced Velvet Aged Bronze, an entirely new faucet and fixture finish never before seen in the industry.

2 Jun 2009

First American School Building Made from Sustainable Bamboo

Bamboo Living, the global leader in sustainable bamboo building helped build the first American school building made of sustainable bamboo. The project will be featured June 5th on "Renovation Nation," Discovery's Planet Green Network show starring Emmy award-winning host Steve Thomas.

2 Jun 2009