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Researchers Test New Materials for Sustainable, Economical Batteries

Inexpensive batteries may be possible using a new conductor material and a new electrode material, which then could result in large-scale storage of renewable energies.

1 May 2018

New Algorithm for Discovery and Optimization of Novel Thermoelectric Materials

Nearly 60% of gasoline’s total energy is lost in the form of heat in the radiator and exhaust pipe, even in the most fuel-efficient cars. In order to overcome this, scientists have been creating innovative thermoelectric materials with the ability to transform heat into electricity.

1 May 2018

Organic Solar Cells Exhibit Record Efficiency

In a progress that makes a more flexible, economical type of solar cell commercially feasible, researchers at the University of Michigan have showcased organic solar cells that can attain 15% efficiency.

25 Apr 2018

Cactus-Inspired New Material Can Absorb and Retain Large Amounts of Water

During desert rainfall, cacti immediately start taking up & storing the precipitation. Researchers have now created a material inspired by this natural phenomenon. It imitates cactus roots’ ability to quickly absorb & retain huge quantities of water with least amount of evaporation.

12 Apr 2018

Protein ‘Mat’ Capable of Soaking Up Chemical Pollution

Researchers have developed a technique to keep certain proteins active outside of the cell; making mats that can absorb & trap chemical pollution.

29 Mar 2018

Material with Low-Cost and Non-Toxic Elements for Use in Solar Cells

Javier Vela and the chemists in his Iowa State University research group faced an issue wherein a toxic material performed very well in solar cells.

29 Mar 2018

Potassium Could Boost Efficiency of Next-Generation Solar Cells

An international research team led by the University of Cambridge discovered that the incorporation of potassium iodide ‘healed’ the defects and immobilized ion movement, which, thus far, have restricted the efficiency of economical perovskite solar cells.

22 Mar 2018

Student Team Creates ‘Melt Mat’ to Accelerate Snow Melting

Snowbanks, often formed by snow plows as they clear major roadways, can stay on sidewalks, in parking lots, and in driveways even when temperatures rise.

19 Feb 2018

Lithium Collection Technique Could Improve Worldwide Supply

With technological progress in electric cars & mobile devices, the worldwide demand for lithium has outpaced the rate at which it can be recycled or mined.

13 Feb 2018

New Materials Could Prevent Wind Turbine Damage Caused by Extreme Climate

Researchers are currently involved in designing new materials for the construction of wind turbines which are resistant to extreme climate.

11 Jan 2018

Editorial Highlights

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.

Sustainable Technologies News

Researchers Test New Materials for Sustainable, Economical Batteries

New Algorithm for Discovery and Optimization of Novel Thermoelectric Materials

Organic Solar Cells Exhibit Record Efficiency

Cactus-Inspired New Material Can Absorb and Retain Large Amounts of Water

Protein ‘Mat’ Capable of Soaking Up Chemical Pollution

Material with Low-Cost and Non-Toxic Elements for Use in Solar Cells

Potassium Could Boost Efficiency of Next-Generation Solar Cells

Student Team Creates ‘Melt Mat’ to Accelerate Snow Melting

Lithium Collection Technique Could Improve Worldwide Supply

New Materials Could Prevent Wind Turbine Damage Caused by Extreme Climate

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?

Sustainable Technologies 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

1Accelerating Ion Transport with New Material

2New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

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

4Precisely-Doped Two-Dimensional Semiconductors For Monolithic Integrated Circuits

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6A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

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