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TA Instruments Introduces the ElectroForce 3310 Test Instrument

TA Instruments is pleased to introduce a new edition to the ElectroForce load frame product portfolio. The ElectroForce 3310 is a 1,000 N test instrument that offers unparalleled dynamic performance and versatility.

From TA Instruments 24 Jun 2016

Outstanding Technical Paper Authors Recognized

The Howard I. Sanderow Outstanding Technical Paper Award was given to Stephanie M. Choquette, graduate research assistant, and Iver E. Anderson, FAPMI, senior metallurgist, Ames Laboratory, Materials Science & Engineering, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa, for their paper “Liquid-Phase Diffusion Bonding: Temperature Effects and Solute Redistribution in High-Temperature Lead-Free Composite Solders.”

From Metal Powder Industries Federation 23 Jun 2016

Decoding Glass “Genome” Helps Accelerate the Development of Materials

Glass is currently considered to be a material with immense significance because of its wide usage that ranges from protecting priceless art works to enabling displays of smartphones. The next challenging task lies in increasing the versatility of glass.

23 Jun 2016

Winners of Perstorp Open Innovation Challenge are announced

Perstorp, a world leader in specialty chemicals, is today announcing the winner in its Innovation Challenge, a competition launched in September 2015 to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its unique Capa™ caprolactone thermoplastic materials. The purpose of the contest was to crowdsource ideas for creatively applying Capa™ Thermoplastic to address future challenges in this ever-changing world.

From Perstorp Holding AB 23 Jun 2016

Claisse is Again Revolutionizing the Sample Preparation! We are proud to present our new instrument : LeDoser™

Claisse is introducing its new instrument that has been specifically designed to weigh and dispense borate flux with high precision. It is way more than a weighing device: it is an indispensable tool to ensure efficient sample preparation laboratory management. It eliminates human calculation errors and fatigue during the weighing process for an increased accuracy and reproducibility.

From Malvern Panalytical 22 Jun 2016

Study on Ferroelectric Materials Could Lead to Materials Design of Domain Wall Based Devices

Ferromagnetic materials, such as compass needles, are useful as their magnetic polarization rotates them to align along the magnetic fields.

22 Jun 2016

New High Temperature Resistant Arnitel TPE from DSM Replaces Plastics-Rubber and Metal-Rubber Combinations in Hot Air Ducts

Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, has developed a new high temperature resistant grade of its Arnitel® thermoplastic copolyester elastomer (TPC) for production of fl...

21 Jun 2016

The Higher Technical Vocational College of Chemistry in Wels, Austria uses the Magritek Benchtop Spinsolve to Teach Students the Basic Practices of NMR

Magritek, a leading provider of compact NMR and MRI instruments, reports on the how their Spinsolve Benchtop NMR spectrometer is being used for teaching practical analytical chemistry to students at the technical High School in Wels, Austria.

From Magritek 21 Jun 2016

Nanosilica Filled, Dual Cure Adhesive Meets NASA Low Outgassing Specifications

Master Bond UV22DC80 is a one component, low viscosity, nanosilica filled epoxy based system for bonding, sealing and coating with the ability to cure under UV light and/or with heat. The UV portion of the cure can be achieved in seconds upon exposure to a UV light at 365 nm with 20-40 milliwatts/cm2 of energy.

From Master Bond Inc. 21 Jun 2016

Traceable Humidity Calibrations from a Portable Humidity Calibrator

The HygroCal100 is a lightweight, portable humidity verifier, which uses its reliable internal polymer reference to provide automatic verifications of the accuracy of RH probes. However the HygroCal100 interface enables users to assign any hygrometer with an analogue output as a reference device – such as a chilled mirror hygrometer.

From Michell Instruments Ltd 21 Jun 2016

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

TA Instruments Introduces the ElectroForce 3310 Test Instrument

Outstanding Technical Paper Authors Recognized

Decoding Glass “Genome” Helps Accelerate the Development of Materials

Winners of Perstorp Open Innovation Challenge are announced

Claisse is Again Revolutionizing the Sample Preparation! We are proud to present our new instrument : LeDoser™

Study on Ferroelectric Materials Could Lead to Materials Design of Domain Wall Based Devices

New High Temperature Resistant Arnitel TPE from DSM Replaces Plastics-Rubber and Metal-Rubber Combinations in Hot Air Ducts

The Higher Technical Vocational College of Chemistry in Wels, Austria uses the Magritek Benchtop Spinsolve to Teach Students the Basic Practices of NMR

Nanosilica Filled, Dual Cure Adhesive Meets NASA Low Outgassing Specifications

Traceable Humidity Calibrations from a Portable Humidity Calibrator

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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What are the Manufacturing Applications of Plasma?

Advancing Manufacturing: The Impact of Photonics Technology

How to Optimize Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling with Handheld XRF

The Versatility of Non-Contacting Seals in Aerospace

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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2New Material Removes Toxic Metals from Water

3Bilayer Graphene Reveals New Secrets of Lithium-Ion Storage

4Revealing the Underlying Mechanism of Battery Self-Discharge

5AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

6Chemical ‘Chameleon’ Boosts Rare Earth Purification

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