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SABIC’S New NORYL™ Polyol Improves Performance of MDI-BDO Cast Polyurethanes and Offers Alternative to TDI-MOCA Cured Systems

SABIC, a global leader in the chemical industry, today announced that its recently launched NORYL™ AP2001G aromatic polyol can significantly improve the performance of hot cast polyurethanes (PUs) based on methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) and polytetramethylene ether glycol (PTMG).

From SABIC Innovative Plastics 12 Nov 2021

Metal-Ion Batteries and Supercapacitors: Uses of Pi-Conjugated Polymers

The ever-increasing demand for energy and the depletion of fossil fuels has underlined the need for energy generation from renewable sources.

11 Nov 2021

Producing Blue Diesel from Marine Plastics with Hydrothermal Liquefaction

Plastic waste in the oceans is a significant problem that will require innovative solutions to tackle. A research paper published by PNAS has demonstrated the feasibility of creating fuel from collected waste which will significantly improve the entire process of plastic waste removal.

9 Nov 2021

Disposing of PPE Waste Materials During COVID

COVID-19 has also affected waste creation and composition, as well as disposal and waste management in the pollution process.

8 Nov 2021

Using Catalytic Pyrolysis to Transform Plastic Wastes into Sustainable Fuel

More than 300 million tons of plastic waste are produced annually, which causes serious environmental issues because of plastic's life cycle and the difficulty of eliminating it.

5 Nov 2021

Using Non-Harmful Virus Particles to Grow Conducting Polymers

Certain molecules have features that cause them to group together in particular ways, known as self-assembly.

3 Nov 2021

Bioplastics can be Chemically Transformed into Nitrogen-Rich Fertilizers

Plastics have taken the world by storm over the last century, finding applications in virtually every aspect of our lives. However, the rise of these synthetic polymers, which form the basis of plastics, has contributed to many serious environmental issues.

29 Oct 2021

Reinforcing Spacer Fabrics with Silicone

Many kinds of garments and wearable products have cushioning materials that provide shock absorption and user safeguards. The journal Polymers considers weft or warp woven spacer textiles that have lately been employed as a substitute for foam materials.

28 Oct 2021

Flexural Capacity and Ductility of Concrete Beams

Fiber-reinforced polymer or FRP composites are commonly implemented in the construction field for many purposes, such as cladding repair and strengthening work.

27 Oct 2021

Mechanics of 3D-Printed Biocompatible Polycarbonate for Biomechanical Applications

The application of Additive Manufacturing in the field of biocompatible material manufacturing has truly been beneficial in increasing the biomechanical performance of the end products, as expanded upon in new research in Polymers.

27 Oct 2021

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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

SABIC’S New NORYL™ Polyol Improves Performance of MDI-BDO Cast Polyurethanes and Offers Alternative to TDI-MOCA Cured Systems

Metal-Ion Batteries and Supercapacitors: Uses of Pi-Conjugated Polymers

Producing Blue Diesel from Marine Plastics with Hydrothermal Liquefaction

Disposing of PPE Waste Materials During COVID

Using Catalytic Pyrolysis to Transform Plastic Wastes into Sustainable Fuel

Using Non-Harmful Virus Particles to Grow Conducting Polymers

Bioplastics can be Chemically Transformed into Nitrogen-Rich Fertilizers

Reinforcing Spacer Fabrics with Silicone

Flexural Capacity and Ductility of Concrete Beams

Mechanics of 3D-Printed Biocompatible Polycarbonate for Biomechanical Applications

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

2Improving Wound Care with Bioactive Material-Based Dressings

3Recycled Milled Carbon Fibers for Automotive Parts Manufacturing

4Corn Protein Boosts Lithium-Sulfur Battery Performance

5The COM4PHA project develops new biodegradable bioplastics for cosmetics, food and agricultural packaging

6First Ever Clinical Long-Term Follow-Up Study on 3D-Printed Bioceramic Implants

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