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Olympus NDT Introduces the Magna-Mike 8600 Hall Effect Thickness Gauge

Olympus NDT, a world leader in nondestructive testing technologies, is pleased to introduce the Magna-Mike® 8600 Hall Effect Thickness Gauge.

From Evident Corporation (XRF / XRD) 5 Dec 2012

MSSI Develops Software Toolbox to Test Failure Rates in Composite Materials

Researchers at the Materials and Surface Science Institute (MSSI) have developed a highly advanced software tool ‘Composite MicroMechanics (COMM) Toolbox’ to test failure rates in composite materials. Composite materials are used in high performance products, such as aircraft, sports cars and yachts, and are now making their way into everyday products. The software has been licensed to 12 countries so far including US, Canada, China.

5 Dec 2012

Teijin Begins Operating Integrated Pilot Plant for Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Components

Teijin Limited announced today that it has begun operating a pilot plant for the fully integrated production of carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) components from carbon fiber on the premises of its Matsuyama Factory in Ehime Prefecture, Japan.

From Teijin Limited 5 Dec 2012

Global Market for Glass Mat Thermoplastic Composites to Grow at 5.5% CAGR to $481 Million by 2017

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Glass Mat Thermoplastics Market 2012-2017: Trends, Forecasts and Opportunity Analysis" report to their offering.

From Research and Markets 26 Nov 2012

Objet Enhances Dimensional Stability and Surface Smoothness of Rigid Black Material

Objet Ltd., the innovation leader in 3D printing for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing, today announced the release of a new and improved Objet Rigid Black Material. The new material provides enhanced dimensional stability and surface smoothness making it ideal for fine detail, all-purpose rapid prototyping.

22 Nov 2012

Inexpensive Conductive Plastic Composite Used in 3D Printing of Personal Electronics

Engineers pave the way towards 3D printing of personal electronics Scientists are developing new materials which could one day allow people to print out custom-designed personal electronics such as games controllers which perfectly fit their hand shape.

22 Nov 2012

JEC’s Inaugural Composites Conferences Exceeds Industry’s Expectations

JEC’s inaugural composites conferences and show for the Americas, held at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center from Nov. 7 to 9, exceeded the composites industry’s expectations with an impressive showing of participating companies and expert presenters.

From Hexcel 16 Nov 2012

Arkema Coating Solutions to Extend Reusable Bottle Lifetimes

This trade fair, held in Nüremberg from November 13-15, is an opportunity for Arkema, a global leader in returnable glass container coating technology, to communicate with the beer filling industry on its know-how i...

13 Nov 2012

Selective Tape Laying of Composite Structures - New Research

New research organised by NetComposites will demonstrate the localised placement of different fibre-reinforced thermoplastic tapes in a single component, to create locally reinforced structures that are fully weight-opti...

12 Nov 2012

Award-winning Coren Urban Bike from UBC uses Umeco Prepregs

UBC GmbH, based in Murr - Germany, recently launched their new urban bike, the coren®, which has a frame made exclusively from Umeco’s MTM®49 -3 epoxy resin systems reinforced with high tensile strength woven carbon fabrics and unidirectional carbon fibres, and compatible adhesive film.

From Umeco Structural Materials / Tooling 1 Nov 2012

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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.

Composites News

Olympus NDT Introduces the Magna-Mike 8600 Hall Effect Thickness Gauge

MSSI Develops Software Toolbox to Test Failure Rates in Composite Materials

Teijin Begins Operating Integrated Pilot Plant for Carbon Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Components

Global Market for Glass Mat Thermoplastic Composites to Grow at 5.5% CAGR to $481 Million by 2017

Objet Enhances Dimensional Stability and Surface Smoothness of Rigid Black Material

Inexpensive Conductive Plastic Composite Used in 3D Printing of Personal Electronics

JEC’s Inaugural Composites Conferences Exceeds Industry’s Expectations

Arkema Coating Solutions to Extend Reusable Bottle Lifetimes

Selective Tape Laying of Composite Structures - New Research

Award-winning Coren Urban Bike from UBC uses Umeco Prepregs

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

TSL-570: High Performance Tunable Laser

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Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

The Link Between FIB-SEM and TEM

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?

Composites News

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

1Aluminum-Scandium Alloys: A Game Changer for Hydrogen Energy

2Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

3The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

4Perovskite and Copper System Creates C2 Chemicals from CO2

5DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

6Bosch Establishes Company with the Synthetic Diamond Solutions Provider Element Six

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