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Study Shows Hydrogen Droplet Size Affects Mechanism of Burning Process

Modern rockets and their launch vehicles mostly depend on hydrogen-oxygen mixtures as propellant. However, this combination is considered to be highly explosive. The 1986 Challenger space shuttle catastrophe is linked with self-ignition of such mixtures.

20 Jun 2016

Scientists Explore Molecular Explosions Using New X-ray Method

With the onset of the summer blockbuster season, many fast-paced action films are expected to be released. A team of researchers have released a new kind of movie that portrays atomic-level explosions and provides scientists with new insights about X-ray-molecule interaction.

17 Jun 2016

High-Entropy Alloys Show Promise for Efficient Heat Recycling

Increasing amounts of energy are lost on a daily basis in the form of waste heat. A recent interdisciplinary project at Chalmers has discovered that a unique class of material, known as high-entropy alloys, is capable of making room for efficient heat recycling.

17 Jun 2016

New MOF Material Could Make Nuclear Fuel Recycling Cleaner and Less Expensive

A new type of material is being studied by researchers that could aid in recycling and reducing waste in nuclear fuels by capturing radioactive gases emitted during reprocessing. Traditional technologies used for removing such gases work at very low energy-intensive temperatures.

15 Jun 2016

Natural Quasicrystals Could Arise from Collisions Between Rocky Bodies in Asteroid Belt

Quasicrystals are naturally formed crystal-like solids with apparently impossible symmetries. These structures are very rare on Earth, and so far only two naturally occurring quasicrystals have been found.

15 Jun 2016

Simple Chemical Treatment Could Help Create Hydrogen-Evolution Electrocatalyst

The 2015 movie “The Martian” shows how a stranded astronaut, Matt Damon, attempts to create lifesaving water using the chemistry of rocket fuel, hydrogen and hydrazine, and almost blows himself up. However, if the process is turned around with the help of hydrazine, hydrogen can be produced from water by simply altering the semiconductor’s conductivity. This breakthrough has great potential for electronics and energy applications.

14 Jun 2016

Physicists Develop New Microscopy Method to Visualize Internal Nanostructure of Butterfly Wings

The two key physical attributes that contribute to the brightness and colorfulness of a butterfly wing have been discovered by a team of scientists by visualizing its internal nanostructure.

13 Jun 2016

MIT Researchers Report New Theoretical Characterization of Electrical Properties of Topological Semimetals

Discovered just five years ago, topological semimetals are materials with unusual physical properties that could make them useful for future electronics.

7 Jun 2016

New Catalytic Tool Could Lead to Better, More Effective Strategy Against Cancer

Bioorthogonal chemistry can be considered as a tactful concierge or valet that guides two global leaders to a confidential meeting without creating any sound or difficulty on the way.

6 Jun 2016

DSM’s EcoPaXX Tapping into Drinking Water-Contact Applications

Royal DSM, a global science-based company active in health, nutrition and materials, is taking its EcoPaXX® polyamide into an important new market - drinking water contact applications. Use of this material offers a high-performance, lead-free option for applications such as faucet mixing valves.

3 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 Science News

Study Shows Hydrogen Droplet Size Affects Mechanism of Burning Process

Scientists Explore Molecular Explosions Using New X-ray Method

High-Entropy Alloys Show Promise for Efficient Heat Recycling

New MOF Material Could Make Nuclear Fuel Recycling Cleaner and Less Expensive

Natural Quasicrystals Could Arise from Collisions Between Rocky Bodies in Asteroid Belt

Simple Chemical Treatment Could Help Create Hydrogen-Evolution Electrocatalyst

Physicists Develop New Microscopy Method to Visualize Internal Nanostructure of Butterfly Wings

MIT Researchers Report New Theoretical Characterization of Electrical Properties of Topological Semimetals

New Catalytic Tool Could Lead to Better, More Effective Strategy Against Cancer

DSM’s EcoPaXX Tapping into Drinking Water-Contact Applications

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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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

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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

4YASA and Automobili Lamborghini Unveil Next-Generation High-Performance E-Propulsion Technology

5New Lithium Composite Promises Enhanced Safety and Lifespan

6Development and Evaluation of P-PPD for Enhanced Crude Oil Flow and Hydrate Mitigation

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