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Intelligent Capabilities Make AERO Concept a ‘Future Tire’ for Autonomous, Flying Cars

The Goodyear AERO concept is a two-in-one tire designed for the autonomous, flying cars of the future. This concept would work both as a tire for driving on the road and a “propeller” for flying through the sky.

12 Apr 2019

Testing Shows Biomimetic Synthetic Rubber Yields Impressive Results over Natural Rubber

Natural rubber from rubber trees is a raw material with a limited supply. Synthetically produced rubber, on the other hand, has not yet been able to match the abrasion behavior of the natural product, rendering it unsuitable for truck tires.

11 Apr 2019

Renishaw Technology Used to Identify Microplastics in the Environment

Could rubber and plastic from tyres, washing into rivers and streams, be contributing to pollution in waste water? A group of scientists from Denmark are using a system from Renishaw to find out.

From Renishaw plc - Spectroscopy 21 Feb 2019

Fire Resistance of Concrete Can Be Enhanced by Adding Fibers from Old Tires

Scientists from the University of Sheffield have developed and successfully tested a new way of protecting concrete from fire damage using materials recycled from used tires.

20 Feb 2019

NSK Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

The food and beverage sector has been a long-held area of focus for NSK, which is one the world’s largest manufacturers of rolling bearings. Specific to this industry, NSK rolling bearings feature highly relevant design attributes such as rustproof materials, sealed construction and lifelong lubricants that are compatible with foodstuffs.

From NSK Europe Ltd. 19 Feb 2019

Polymers Pave Way for Wider Use of Recycled Tires in Asphalt

Each year, about 27 million tires end up in landfills, dumps and stockpiles, where they pose health and environmental hazards.

15 Feb 2019

Researchers Create Self-Healing, 3D-Printed Rubber Materials

Cracked toys or broken boots are often discarded, but instead of throwing these things away, it would be better to let them fix themselves.

6 Feb 2019

Researchers Develop a Method to Change Shape of Elastomeric Sheet Using Actuation

Mechanical systems like motors and engines depend on two main types of motions of stiff components.

5 Feb 2019

Colorite Launches More Grades in Cellene® TPE Product Line for Various Applications

Colorite, a Tekni-Plex business, has announced the expansion of its Cellene® thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) compounds for healthcare and a wide variety of other applications such as foodservice, packaging component etc. The company has added 12 grades to its previously-available 28 TPE formulations.

23 Jan 2019

R.D. Abbott to Attend Plastics and Rubber in Automotive Conference

R.D. Abbott Co., Inc. (RDAbbott), a full-service elastomers supplier and materials science company, will showcase material advancements and process innovations for the transportation industry at the Plastics and Rubber in Automotive Conference in Novi, Michigan, on January 14 and 15.

From R.D. Abbott Company, Inc. 16 Jan 2019

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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.

Rubber and Elastomer News

Intelligent Capabilities Make AERO Concept a ‘Future Tire’ for Autonomous, Flying Cars

Testing Shows Biomimetic Synthetic Rubber Yields Impressive Results over Natural Rubber

Renishaw Technology Used to Identify Microplastics in the Environment

Fire Resistance of Concrete Can Be Enhanced by Adding Fibers from Old Tires

NSK Solutions for the Food and Beverage Industry

Polymers Pave Way for Wider Use of Recycled Tires in Asphalt

Researchers Create Self-Healing, 3D-Printed Rubber Materials

Researchers Develop a Method to Change Shape of Elastomeric Sheet Using Actuation

Colorite Launches More Grades in Cellene® TPE Product Line for Various Applications

R.D. Abbott to Attend Plastics and Rubber in Automotive Conference

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

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Torque Testing Explained

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

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

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?

Rubber and Elastomer 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

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

3Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

4New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

5A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

6The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

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