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The Use of Plastic Gears in Industries

In an article recently published in the open-access journal Polymers, researchers discussed the service and wear life of 3D printed polymeric gears.

23 May 2022

How Can We Obtain Useful Cellulose Polymer Fibers from Old Textiles?

Researchers from the University of Minho, Portugal have investigated current perspectives on the extraction of cellulose polymer fibers from old textiles. Appearing in Polymers, the paper has provided a brief overview of some current research in this area.

20 May 2022

Scientists Review Latest Advances in Semiconducting Polymers

Writing in Energies, a team of researchers from MIT and the University of Mississippi have reviewed the latest advances in conducting and semiconducting polymers.

18 May 2022

Researchers Develop New Material That Captures Toxic Pollutants from Air

University of Limerick researchers have invented an innovative polymer that can collect hazardous substances from the air.

18 May 2022

Researchers Summarize Construction Waste Recycling Methods

In an article recently published in the open-access journal Sustainability, researchers presented a usability analysis of strategies for improving construction waste recycling.

17 May 2022

Researchers Propose New Theory on Polymer Superstructures’ Reshaping

Polymer scientists from the University of Massachusetts Amherst recently published a paper in Nature Communications that answered a hard puzzle about a nanoscale structure called a double-gyroid, made up of groupings of molecules.

17 May 2022

Waterproof Coating Transforms Paper into an Excellent Plastic Substitute

For the first time, scientists have discovered a method to imbue sustainable paper materials with the beneficial properties of plastic. This could be done in a simple, effective, and efficient manner. A coating known as Choetsu not only waterproofs paper but also retains its flexibility and degrades safely.

16 May 2022

Storing Liquid Fuel within Polymeric Gel Network Prevents Fast Evaporation, Study Finds

Despite their widespread use, liquid fuels with high energy density are hazardous to transport and store due to their volatility, which generates explosive gas mixtures.

12 May 2022

Scientists Incorporate DNA into Polymers to Create Calcium Sensors

Metal ion pollution is a key challenge in environmental remediation currently, requiring powerful and reliable detection methods to monitor levels of ions in the environment. A team of researchers from Egypt has presented a novel approach to creating calcium sensors: incorporating DNA. Their work has appeared in the journal Polymers.

9 May 2022

Plastics Get a Unique Digital Watermark Thanks to Mems Technology

CSEM worked with matriq AG to develop an innovative marking technology for plastics called DynamicMold. Together, they manufactured a MEMS micro-heating system that applies data matrix codes directly onto plastic components during molding.

From CSEM 9 May 2022

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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.

Plastics and Polymers News

The Use of Plastic Gears in Industries

How Can We Obtain Useful Cellulose Polymer Fibers from Old Textiles?

Scientists Review Latest Advances in Semiconducting Polymers

Researchers Develop New Material That Captures Toxic Pollutants from Air

Researchers Summarize Construction Waste Recycling Methods

Researchers Propose New Theory on Polymer Superstructures’ Reshaping

Waterproof Coating Transforms Paper into an Excellent Plastic Substitute

Storing Liquid Fuel within Polymeric Gel Network Prevents Fast Evaporation, Study Finds

Scientists Incorporate DNA into Polymers to Create Calcium Sensors

Plastics Get a Unique Digital Watermark Thanks to Mems Technology

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

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

Plastics and Polymers 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

2Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

3Developing Digital Twins for Durable 3D-Printed Military Parts

4Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

5Neutrinos are at Least a Million Times Lighter Than Electrons

6Single-Atom Catalysts for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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