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First Pilot Industrial System for Extracting Dandelion Rubber to Make Tires

Rubber can be extracted from the juice of the dandelion. Yet the decisive breakthrough to industrial manufacturing is proving to be a tough step. Working jointly with industry and science, the Fraunhofer Institute for Molecular Biology and Applied Ecology IME has optimized the cultivation and production engineering over the past few years.

From Fraunhofer FEP 16 Oct 2013

Cytec Add Ground-breaking Prepeg Matrix to its Rail Portfolio

Cytec Industrial Materials is adding two new ground-breaking products to its rail portfolio that meet the fire requirements of EN45545-2:2013.

14 Oct 2013

Biotex Jute exhibited by Composites Evolution at Composites Engineering 2013

Composites Evolution will showcase its Biotex Jute reinforcement range at the Composites Engineering show, which takes place on 12-13 November at the NEC, Birmingham, UK. The range, initially comprising of plain weave...

14 Oct 2013

New Publication by Woodhead Publishing looks at the Structure and Applications of Biomimetic Biomaterials

A significant proportion of modern medical technology has been developed through biomimetics, that is biologically inspired by studying pre-existing functioning systems in nature.

10 Oct 2013

High Performance Polyamide for Monofilament Applications Launched by BASF

BASF is now globally offering Ultramid® S Balance in a version for monofilament applications. The high performance polyamide 6.10, partly based on renewable resources, is available in various viscosities. The bio-based sebacic acid, which is used to produce Ultramid® S Balance, originates from the castor oil plant. In compounded and glass-fiber reinforced versions, BASF has already introduced the material in different commercial applications, e.g. in a design lamp or automotive quick connectors.

From BASF Corporation 10 Oct 2013

Next Generation Krystal Glass Bottom Plates Perfect for Imaging Growing Cells

Porvair Sciences new generation Krystal™ glass bottom plates are precision manufactured using a proprietary process resulting in excellent light transmission and an ultra-flat optical plane (+/- 15µm) making them perfect for imaging growing cells.

From Porvair Sciences Limited 9 Oct 2013

Granta Design Host Webinar on Corporate Materials Data Management

Granta Design will be holding a webinar today about the management of materials information in the medical device industry. Join Granta Design and their guest speakers from DePuy to learn why and how leading medical d...

From Granta Design 3 Oct 2013

Laurel BioComposite Celebrates Construction of New Manufacturing Facility

On September 25, Laurel BioComposite LLC held an open house and ribbon cutting ceremony to recognize its recent move to its newly constructed 20,000-square-foot manufacturing facility. The developer of Bio-Res™ PE also announced completion of its first production line which is operational at a capacity of 7 million pounds a year.

30 Sep 2013

Perstorp to Launch Four New Products for the Plastics Industry at K Fair 2013

The Perstorp Group, a world leader in specialty chemicals, will be presenting four new products for the plastic materials market at K Fair, 2013. Considerable investments have been made to ensure we deliver new products that address key opportunities related to the use of plastics important to society today.

From Perstorp Holding AB 26 Sep 2013

Roughened Titanium Alloy Surface in Spinal Interbody Fusion Implant Enhances Bone Formation

A spinal interbody fusion implant with a roughened titanium alloy surface provides an enhanced environment for bone formation, implant stability and fusion compared to one with a smooth titanium alloy surface, according to a new preclinical study led by the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Engineering.

25 Sep 2013

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.

Biomaterials News

First Pilot Industrial System for Extracting Dandelion Rubber to Make Tires

Cytec Add Ground-breaking Prepeg Matrix to its Rail Portfolio

Biotex Jute exhibited by Composites Evolution at Composites Engineering 2013

New Publication by Woodhead Publishing looks at the Structure and Applications of Biomimetic Biomaterials

High Performance Polyamide for Monofilament Applications Launched by BASF

Next Generation Krystal Glass Bottom Plates Perfect for Imaging Growing Cells

Granta Design Host Webinar on Corporate Materials Data Management

Laurel BioComposite Celebrates Construction of New Manufacturing Facility

Perstorp to Launch Four New Products for the Plastics Industry at K Fair 2013

Roughened Titanium Alloy Surface in Spinal Interbody Fusion Implant Enhances Bone Formation

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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Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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?

Biomaterials News

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

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4Precisely-Doped Two-Dimensional Semiconductors For Monolithic Integrated Circuits

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6A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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