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New Grade of Antireflective Glass Engineered for Solar Cell Applications

PPG Industries has introduced Solarphire AR (anti-reflective) glass, a new product engineered to maximize solar energy transmission to solar-collecting photovoltaic cells.

From PPG Industries Inc. 28 Apr 2009

Bricks Made from Cow Dung Win $25000 Prize

Making high-quality bricks from abundantly available cow dung – instead of depleting scarce firewood and clay – earned the EcoFaeBrick team from Prasetiya Mulya Business School in Indonesia the $25,000 top prize at the tenth annual Global Social Venture Competition at the University of California, Berkeley’s Haas School of Business this weekend.

27 Apr 2009

New Software Available for Virtual Prototyping Optical Systems and Devices

Breault Research Organization (BRO) has released a new version of the company's Advanced Systems Analysis Program (ASAP). The ASAP 2009 V1R1 release adds significant capability to the program well known to the opt...

27 Apr 2009

Innovative Stainless Steel Solution Provides Weight Savings for Auto Makers

Lightweighting is an increasingly important objective for auto manufacturers. Every gram of weight saved reduces CO2 emissions and thus makes the vehicles eco-friendlier. To meet these requirements, ThyssenKrupp Nirosta ...

27 Apr 2009

The Promises and Challenges of Nanotechnology to be Discussed at BNL

Vicki Colvin of Rice University will give a talk titled “Nanotechnology: Its Promise and Challenges” at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Brookhaven National Laboratory on Thursday, May 14, at 4 p.m. in Berkner Hall. The talk is free and open to the public. Visitors to the Laboratory age 16 and older must carry a photo ID.

27 Apr 2009

Young Engineers Take Another Step Towards Glory at UK Design Challenge

Young engineers and entrepreneurs were developing their skills at Silverstone recently as the shortlisted teams for the 2009 Silverstone Innovation Centre Design Challenge were put through their paces at a series of inte...

27 Apr 2009

Obama Annonces New Initiatives and Investment in Science

In a speech today to members of the National Academy of Sciences, President Barack Obama announced new initiatives and investments in scientific research, innovation, and education, declaring once again to restore science to its rightful place. "The days of science taking a back seat to ideology are over," he said.

27 Apr 2009

LEDs Lighting Technology Used to Create Different Moods at the Courtyard Marriott

The Courtyard Marriott Hotel in Regensburg now has yet another attraction. In the newly refurbished conference room known as the “Light” room, linear modules with Golden Dragon LEDs from OSRAM are used to create any lighting of any mood, color and intensity.

From Osram Opto Semiconductors GmbH 27 Apr 2009

Peer Reviewed Materials Database for Medical Device Designers Proving Very Popular

With purchases by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Eli Lilly and Company, and half-dozen more companies and organizations, the first peer-reviewed materials database to support medical device design has been purcha...

From ASM International 24 Apr 2009

Sabic to Showcase New Materials Technologies at NPE 2009

SABIC will showcase advanced new material technologies at NPE 2009 in Chicago, June 22-26, aimed at helping customers meet today's tough economic challenges and drive long-term growth opportunities. The company will ...

From SABIC Innovative Plastics 23 Apr 2009

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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.

Design and Innovation News

New Grade of Antireflective Glass Engineered for Solar Cell Applications

Bricks Made from Cow Dung Win $25000 Prize

New Software Available for Virtual Prototyping Optical Systems and Devices

Innovative Stainless Steel Solution Provides Weight Savings for Auto Makers

The Promises and Challenges of Nanotechnology to be Discussed at BNL

Young Engineers Take Another Step Towards Glory at UK Design Challenge

Obama Annonces New Initiatives and Investment in Science

LEDs Lighting Technology Used to Create Different Moods at the Courtyard Marriott

Peer Reviewed Materials Database for Medical Device Designers Proving Very Popular

Sabic to Showcase New Materials Technologies at NPE 2009

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

Advanced Masterbatch and Compounding for Polymers and Plastics

AirBreather Platform for Continuous Gas Analysis

SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

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Moisture, Volatiles and Ash Determination in Coal & Coke

Powering the Future: The Solid-State Battery Revolution

What is the Gold Foil Covering Spacecraft and Satellites?

Sheet Resistance Measurement on TOPCon Solar Cells

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?

Design and Innovation 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

2Perovskite and Copper System Creates C2 Chemicals from CO2

3Pioneering Large-Scale Aluminum 3D Printing

4DS Smith Partner With TPV Automotive to Create a Sustainable Fiber-Based Packaging for the Protection of Car Wheel Carriers

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

6Upcycling LDPE: Transforming Plastic Waste into High-Value Graphite

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