Sea urchins dig themselves hiding holes in the limestone of the ocean floor using teeth that don’t go blunt. Weizmann Institute scientists have now revealed their secrets, which might give engineers insights into creating ever-sharp tools or mechanical parts.
For the first time, the plastic Terblend® N NG-02 is being used for a ski-hatch opening in the new Opel Insignia. In spite of its glass fiber content, this ABS/PA blend made by BASF can be used for visible parts without having to be coated. In comparison to other vehicle interior materials, this saves time and cuts costs.
Carbon nanotubes have made a meteoric career in the past 15 years, even if their applications are still limited. Recent research results show that - apart from their favorable mechanical and electrical properties - they ...
An umbrella group set up to give direction to Europe's emerging photonics community has proposed a programme of strategic research and is calling for action to address a looming skills shortage.
The photonics ind...
Master Bond's new MS151 optical adhesive has been specially formulated for optimal optical bonding. It is a two-part silicone adhesive with silicone's inherent temperature resistance and flexibility, a refractive index of 1.43 and superb optical clarity.
LyondellBasell Industries announced today it was named among the top 10 suppliers in 2008 by Ashland China in recognition of the Asia Chemicals team's outstanding achievements in product quality and supply consistenc...
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 ...
A concrete material developed at the University of Michigan can heal itself when it cracks. No human intervention is necessary---just water and carbon dioxide.
A handful of drizzly days would be enough to mend a dama...
Los Alamos National Laboratory researchers have discovered a potential chink in the armor of fibers that make the cell walls of certain inedible plant materials so tough.
The insight ultimately could lead to a cost-ef...
A tendon can be one of the most common and frustrating injuries for an athlete - often forcing them to stay away from the sports field for up to eight weeks. But now the pioneering research of a University of Manchester student could be about to speed up the recovery process.
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