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A Novel Temperature-Resistant Material to be Used in Nuclear Plant Shielding Doors

The safety of nuclear power plants is of paramount importance to the nuclear energy sector. A vital element of nuclear plants is the sturdy shielding doors that are installed in critical areas.

26 Nov 2021

Ag-Li Alloy Anode via Mass-Producible Roll Pressing Method for Solid-State Battery Cycling

All-solid-state batteries have recently attracted attention as an energy storage solution for electric vehicles.

26 Nov 2021

New Resource-Efficient Method to Produce New Lignin-Based Materials

At Stockholm University, scientists have come up with a resource-efficient technique to generate new lignin-based materials that can be reprocessed thermally and further utilized to replace adhesives and thermosetting resins.

25 Nov 2021

Stereolithographic Additive Manufacturing: Curing Influence on Photosensitive Resins

The latest research in MDPI Applied Mechanics by Italian researchers focuses on assessing the effects of curing on photosensitive resins via stereolithography (SLA) additive manufacturing.

25 Nov 2021

A Low-Cost and Green Copper Recovery Method in Gold Plants Using Thiosulfate Lixivant

Most consumers are unaware of the environmental impact of gold production, but around 20 tons of waste are generated in order to produce enough gold for just one wedding ring.

25 Nov 2021

Analysis of Models to Calculate Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Old Oil and Gas Steel Structures

A group of researchers from Scotland, UK, reviewed several models such as the Institute of petroleum guidelines to quantify greenhouse gas emissions from decommissioned oil and steel structures and analyzed current policies to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas goals. This research has been published in the journal Energy Policy.

25 Nov 2021

Cold-Resistant and Cryogenic Steel: Metallurgy and Weldability Trends

Icebreakers, energy storage, gas transporters, hydrocarbon processing and transportation, windmills, drilling equipment, railways, and the transportation sectors all employ high-strength, cryogenic, and cold-resistant steels, as written in the journal Metals.

25 Nov 2021

Solid Lubricant Additives Evaluated Under Aluminum Alloy Forming Conditions Using a Tribometer

Hot forming aluminum processes are important for many industrial sectors such as aerospace and automobiles. However, these processes can face challenges. To explore how these processes can be improved, a paper has been published in the journal Wear.

25 Nov 2021

A Giant Thermoelectric Effect Discovered in an Antiferromagnet

Forcing electrons to flow perpendicularly to a heat flow requires an external magnetic field – this is known as the Nernst effect. In a permanently magnetized material (a ferromagnet), an anomalous Nernst effect (ANE) exists that can generate electricity from heat even without a magnetic field.

25 Nov 2021

Film Production via Ultrasonic Spray Coating: Fabrication, Uniformity and Piezoelectric Properties

Researchers in the Netherlands have recently developed a straightforward and reliable ultrasonic spray method for industrial fabrication of piezoelectric Poly (Vinylidene Fluoride) Films (PVDF) films which can be used for the fabrication of large-scale piezoelectric films while eliminating intensive poling or stretching processes.

24 Nov 2021

Editorial Highlights

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 Research News

A Novel Temperature-Resistant Material to be Used in Nuclear Plant Shielding Doors

Ag-Li Alloy Anode via Mass-Producible Roll Pressing Method for Solid-State Battery Cycling

New Resource-Efficient Method to Produce New Lignin-Based Materials

Stereolithographic Additive Manufacturing: Curing Influence on Photosensitive Resins

A Low-Cost and Green Copper Recovery Method in Gold Plants Using Thiosulfate Lixivant

Analysis of Models to Calculate Greenhouse Gas Emissions from Old Oil and Gas Steel Structures

Cold-Resistant and Cryogenic Steel: Metallurgy and Weldability Trends

Solid Lubricant Additives Evaluated Under Aluminum Alloy Forming Conditions Using a Tribometer

A Giant Thermoelectric Effect Discovered in an Antiferromagnet

Film Production via Ultrasonic Spray Coating: Fabrication, Uniformity and Piezoelectric Properties

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

The Inaugural STEM Marketing Awards – An Interview with Alexandra Balazs, Managing Director at Prolific North

High-Resolution Industrial X-Ray CT Scanner

The TABER V-5 Stiffness Tester

The PinAAcle 900 Spectrometer Series: Cutting-Edge Precision for Atomic Absorption

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How to Determine Hexavalent Chromium

Reproducing Test Conditions for PVC Mixer Tests

New Imaging Method for Particle Monitoring in Electronics Manufacturing

What are the Manufacturing Applications of Plasma?

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

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

Materials Research News

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

The Inaugural STEM Marketing Awards – An Interview with Alexandra Balazs, Managing Director at Prolific North

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2Introducing the Quantum Diamond Microscope from Quantum Catalyzer

3Discovering Stable Single-Electron Covalent Bond Between Carbon Atoms

4AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

5Porous Metal-Organic Frameworks Revolutionize Hydrogen Isotope Purification

6New Material Removes Toxic Metals from Water

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