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New Method Creates 3D Models of Fibers, Uses it to Predict Thermal Conductivity

As a vehicle travels through space at hypersonic speeds, the gases surrounding it generate heat at dangerous temperatures for the pilot and instrumentation inside.

2 Dec 2020

New Approach to Produce Sustainable Regenerated Isotropic Wood

Since plastic was invented in the late 19th century, it was beginning to change human lives. The invention of plastic gives us a lightweight, strong and inexpensive material, which greatly facilitated daily life.

1 Dec 2020

New System Enables the Design and Control of Complex Mixtures with Multiple Phases

While the mesmerizing blobs in a classic lava lamp may appear magical, the colorful shapes move in response to temperature-induced changes in density and surface tension.

1 Dec 2020

Scientists Create a Shapeshifting Material Using Inorganic Materials

By embedding titanium-based sheets in water, a group led by scientists from the RIKEN Center for Emergent Matter Science has created a material using inorganic materials that can be converted from a hard gel to soft matter using temperature changes.

1 Dec 2020

Researchers Observe Conversion of Heavy Water into Light Water Using X-Rays

Water is vital to the development and continuation of life, as well as indispensable to life on Earth. However, it is still cloaked in mystery.

30 Nov 2020

Stretchy, Durable Electronic Skin Mimics Natural Functions of Human Skin

A material that mimics human skin in -strength, stretchability and sensitivity could be used to collect biological data in real time. Electronic skin, or e-skin, may play an important role in next-generation prosthetics, personalized medicine, soft robotics and artificial intelligence.

30 Nov 2020

Logarithmic Finite-Size Scaling of O(n) Systems Having Upper Critical Dimensionality

Since the establishment of the renormalization group theory, it has been known that systems of critical phenomena typically possess an upper critical dimension dc (dc=4 for the O(n) model), such that in spatial dimensions at or higher than the dc, the thermodynamic behavior is governed by critical exponents taking mean-field values.

27 Nov 2020

The November edition of The Bridge, the Materials Science newsletter from Rigaku, is now online

The Bridge, Rigaku's Materials Science newsletter, is online

From Rigaku Corporation 27 Nov 2020

Precisely Controlling Machines to Avoid Defects During Additive Manufacturing

Laser powder bed fusion is a dominant additive manufacturing technology that has yet to reach its potential. The problem facing industry is that tiny bubbles or pores sometimes form during the printing process, and these pores create weak spots in finished products.

27 Nov 2020

Chemical Engineering Professor Receives $750,000 for Alkaline Electrocatalysis Research

Lauren Greenlee, associate professor of chemical engineering at the University of Arkansas, received a $750,000 award from the Department of Energy to investigate the chemical and electronic structure of iron and oxygen atoms.

26 Nov 2020

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 Science News

New Method Creates 3D Models of Fibers, Uses it to Predict Thermal Conductivity

New Approach to Produce Sustainable Regenerated Isotropic Wood

New System Enables the Design and Control of Complex Mixtures with Multiple Phases

Scientists Create a Shapeshifting Material Using Inorganic Materials

Researchers Observe Conversion of Heavy Water into Light Water Using X-Rays

Stretchy, Durable Electronic Skin Mimics Natural Functions of Human Skin

Logarithmic Finite-Size Scaling of O(n) Systems Having Upper Critical Dimensionality

The November edition of The Bridge, the Materials Science newsletter from Rigaku, is now online

Precisely Controlling Machines to Avoid Defects During Additive Manufacturing

Chemical Engineering Professor Receives $750,000 for Alkaline Electrocatalysis Research

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

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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The Role of Accurate Analysis in Sustaining Critical Materials for a Circular Economy

How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

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

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 Science 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

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

3The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

4A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

5Innovative Technology for Enhanced Concrete Construction

6New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

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