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Dow and SABIC to Start-Up The World's Largest Polypropylene(PP) Train

Dow Technology Licensing, a business unit of The Dow Chemical Company and its consolidated affiliates (Dow), and Saudi European Petrochemical Co. (IBN ZAHR), a Saudi Basic Industries Corporation (SABIC) Joint Venture, an...

7 Nov 2008

Organic Polymer Solar Cells Aim at Powering Tiny Devices for Detection of Chemical Leaks

Some of the tiniest solar cells ever built have been successfully tested as a power source for even tinier microscopic machines. An article in the inaugural issue of the Journal of Renewable and Sustainable Energy (JRSE)...

7 Nov 2008

Fluid Engineering Center of Excellence to Look at Replacing Copper and Brass with Thermoplastics

Growing concerns about health and safety risks and increasingly high costs of metal in fluid handling systems are prompting the use of plastic pipes, faucets, valves, boilers and other components. Plastics offer the pote...

7 Nov 2008

Haigh’s Chocolates Introduce New Biodegradable Packaging from Advanced Polymer Technology

Haigh’s Chocolates, Australia’s oldest family-owned chocolate manufacturing retailer, has introduced new biodegradable packaging for their White Ballotins Chocolate Box, made possible through the advanced bio...

6 Nov 2008

Leading Topic on Coatings For Plastic Glazing, The Role of Nanotechnology

Dr. Krish Rao, Vice President of Technology for Nanofilm will speak at the Plastics in Automotive Glazing 2008 - North America conference to be held on 12-13 November in Detroit, MI. His topic is Coatings For Plastic Gla...

6 Nov 2008

MIT Engineers Outfit Cells with Tiny "Backpakcs" for Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering Applications

MIT engineers have outfitted cells with tiny "backpacks" that could allow them to deliver chemotherapy agents, diagnose tumors or become building blocks for tissue engineering. Michael Rubner, director of MI...

6 Nov 2008

Plastic Alternative to Glazing Provides Energy Efficient Alternative for Builders

The cost of heating and cooling is reaching new levels, causing builders to look for new alternatives to increase the energy efficiency of residences and commercial buildings. A traditional route is installing multi-pane...

5 Nov 2008

Lubricants Made of Liquid Crystals Help Reduce Friction to Near Zero

Lubricants in bearings and gear units ensure that not too much energy is lost through friction. Yet it still takes a certain percentage of the energy to compensate for friction losses. Lubricants made of liquid crystals could reduce friction to almost zero.

4 Nov 2008

New Generation of Quick Connectors made from BASF High-Temperature Resistant Polyamide

The A Raymond company, an international supplier of fastening systems for the automotive industry headquartered in France, is now using this specialty (PA6/6T) from BASF for its quick connectors for fuel pipes.

4 Nov 2008

New Data Suggests Hip Resurfacing May Not Suite Everyone

Hip resurfacing is often seen as a modern alternative to the more conventional total hip replacement, but new data from a study led by Rush University Medical Center suggest that a patient's age and gender are key to the...

4 Nov 2008

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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

Dow and SABIC to Start-Up The World's Largest Polypropylene(PP) Train

Organic Polymer Solar Cells Aim at Powering Tiny Devices for Detection of Chemical Leaks

Fluid Engineering Center of Excellence to Look at Replacing Copper and Brass with Thermoplastics

Haigh’s Chocolates Introduce New Biodegradable Packaging from Advanced Polymer Technology

Leading Topic on Coatings For Plastic Glazing, The Role of Nanotechnology

MIT Engineers Outfit Cells with Tiny "Backpakcs" for Drug Delivery and Tissue Engineering Applications

Plastic Alternative to Glazing Provides Energy Efficient Alternative for Builders

Lubricants Made of Liquid Crystals Help Reduce Friction to Near Zero

New Generation of Quick Connectors made from BASF High-Temperature Resistant Polyamide

New Data Suggests Hip Resurfacing May Not Suite Everyone

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

Unlock Precision in Wafer Measurement with MicroProf AP

ELEMENTRAC CN-r for High-Throughput Laboratories

High-Resolution Industrial X-Ray CT Scanner

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What is the Difference Between Glass and Ceramics?

The Hidden Dangers of BPA in Plastic Water Bottles and How to Test for Them

How to Optimize Semiconductor Lithography with Multi-Sensor Metrology

Optimization Of The Absorption Solution For Measuring Bromine Content In Polystyrene Using Combustion IC

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?

Plastics and Polymers News

How IKK Uses Extruders in Polymer Recycling Opportunities

Insights into the Role of Benchtop NMR in Biofluid Analysis with Philippe Wilson

Particle Size Analysis: Focus on the Essentials with the New Camsizer S1

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2Introducing the Quantum Diamond Microscope from Quantum Catalyzer

3New Cathode Material for Lithium-Ion Batteries

4Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence Drive Electrolyte Innovation

5Sustainable Sunscreen Alternative Developed Using Lignin and Titanium Dioxide

6AI-Powered Catalyst Design for Efficient Hydrogen Generation, Carbon Capture, and Energy Storage

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