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Study Reveals Trends in the Cost of Photovoltaic Installations

A new study on the installed costs of solar photovoltaic (PV) power systems
in the U.S. shows that the average cost of these systems declined significantly
from 1998 to 2007, but remained relatively flat during the last two years of
this period.

20 Feb 2009

Diamond No Longer the Hardest Material in the World

Diamond lost its title of the "world's hardest material" by 58% to a rare natural substance, according to a new research by Chinese scientists. Pan Zicheng at Shanghai Jiao Tong University and colleagues si...

19 Feb 2009

Key Areas for Advanced Manufacturing in South Australia Identified

A new report on South Australia’s research and development capabilities in advanced manufacturing suggests that defence, health and ‘clean’ technologies are key areas for future development. Prelimin...

19 Feb 2009

Report Reviews Global Fuel Cell Industry

A new market news review, 2008 FUEL CELL NEWS REVIEW (FCB007J) from BCC Research, provides a comprehensive overview of the global fuel cell industry, offering detailed insight into current and emerging technologies and m...

19 Feb 2009

LED Light Bulbs Achieve UL Listing and FCC Certification

Advanced Lumonics, LLC, an early leader in the direct replacement LED lighting market through its consumer oriented EarthLED brand has announced its EvoLux and ZetaLux LED light bulbs have achieved UL Listing and FCC Cer...

19 Feb 2009

Global Siding Industry Expected to Exceed 44 Billion Square Feet by 2015

Global Siding Industry is projected to cross 44 billion square feet by 2015. Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan) represents the largest market for siding. Rapid industrialization, and growing construction activities in major ...

19 Feb 2009

Advanced Grinding Process Achieves 1 RA Surface Finish and Precision Tolerances

Oberg Industries introduces
Molecular Decomposition Process™ (MDP™), an advanced grinding technology
developed for removal or cutting of any conductive material. MDP uses an electrochemical
action and an abrasive wheel to achieve surface finish of less than 1 RA and
precision tolerances.

19 Feb 2009

Custom Foam Inserts for Protective Cases

United Case, introduces Case Fit™ 260. Case
Fit 260 is United Case's proprietary foam material used for fabricating custom
inserts for protective cases.

19 Feb 2009

Innovative Glass Railings Improve the View and Enhance Property Values

Falcon Railing Mfg.
has introduced a topless glass guard deck railing that, in many cases, enables
real estate owners to add significant value to their homes by recapturing breathtaking
vistas that may be obscured by the top and bottom rails of traditional barrier
systems.

19 Feb 2009

Glass Barrier Turnstiles - Attractive Yet Functional

Designed Security, Inc. (DSI)
announces the new Invisigate Glass Barrier Optical Turnstile, a unique security
solution that delivers tight access control in a way that complements the aesthetics
of today's building lobbies.

19 Feb 2009

EPCOS Introduce the World's Smallest Barometric Pressure Sensor

EPCOS is introducing the
most compact packaged sensors for barometric pressure measurement worldwide
at electronica & Productronica China in Shanghai (March 17 to 19, 2009).

19 Feb 2009

Nanoparticles Coaxed into Self Assembling

For researchers on the cutting edge of chemistry and materials science, learning
how to manipulate particles hundreds of times smaller than the diameter of a
human hair and how to direct their self-assembly in a predictable way has been
a formidable but exciting challenge.

19 Feb 2009

Lighter Crash Helmets that Offer Increased Levels of Protection

A material that offers increased crash protection in a reduced package has
been selected by Stand 21 for its latest range of IVOS race helmets.

19 Feb 2009

Innovative Self Aligning Bearings for Rotating Equipment

SKF, the leading knowledge
engineering company, has developed an innovative self-aligning bearing system
that eliminates the problem of axial displacement in rotating equipment.

19 Feb 2009

In-Line Moisture Sensor for Hydraulic and Lubricating Systems

Parker Hannifin, the
global leader in motion and control technologies, has launched an ATEX approved
version of its proven in-line moisture sensor for hydraulic and lubricating
systems.

From Parker Hannifin GmbH 19 Feb 2009

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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.

Materials Science News

Study Reveals Trends in the Cost of Photovoltaic Installations

Diamond No Longer the Hardest Material in the World

Key Areas for Advanced Manufacturing in South Australia Identified

Report Reviews Global Fuel Cell Industry

LED Light Bulbs Achieve UL Listing and FCC Certification

Global Siding Industry Expected to Exceed 44 Billion Square Feet by 2015

Advanced Grinding Process Achieves 1 RA Surface Finish and Precision Tolerances

Custom Foam Inserts for Protective Cases

Innovative Glass Railings Improve the View and Enhance Property Values

Glass Barrier Turnstiles - Attractive Yet Functional

EPCOS Introduce the World's Smallest Barometric Pressure Sensor

Nanoparticles Coaxed into Self Assembling

Lighter Crash Helmets that Offer Increased Levels of Protection

Innovative Self Aligning Bearings for Rotating Equipment

In-Line Moisture Sensor for Hydraulic and Lubricating Systems

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Reshaping Metallographic Sample Preparation

How Advanced Particulate Monitors are Transforming Real-time Air Quality Management

Overcoming Challenges and Perfecting Techniques for Accurate XRF Analysis

ultraWAVE 3: Single reaction chamber technology

The SF-10 Laboratory Pump: Key Features for Fluid Handling Excellence

Densito Range Handheld Density Meters

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Studying Triplet States and Singlet Oxygen Generation in Photosensitizers

Enhancing STEM Education: The Role of Undergraduate Research

Reimagining Electrode Loading Analysis

Low Power Elemental Mapping for Sample Analysis

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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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Reshaping Metallographic Sample Preparation

How Advanced Particulate Monitors are Transforming Real-time Air Quality Management

Overcoming Challenges and Perfecting Techniques for Accurate XRF Analysis

1Cost-Effective and Environmentally Benign Aluminum-Ion Battery

2Lithium Recovery from Spent LFP-NMC Batteries via Atmospheric Water Leaching

3New Alloy Beats Invar’s Thermal Stability

4Atomic-Scale Platinum Clusters for Efficient Catalysis

5Jabil Recognizes Nordson Electronics Solutions with the 2024 Best Strategic Supplier Award

6Improving Lithium-Sulfur Battery Performance Using a Red Algae-Derived Polysaccharide Binder

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