Polycarbonate vs. Acrylic: Key Differences for Industrial and Consumer Applications
Polycarbonate and acrylic are two of the most widely used transparent plastics, often chosen as lightweight, shatter-resistant alternatives to glass. A new guide from...
Unlocking the Power of UHMWPE: The Ultimate Guide to Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene
In a world where durability and performance are paramount, Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) stands out as an engineering marvel. This unique material,...
New Class of Materials That Passively Harvest Water from Air
A serendipitous observation in a Chemical Engineering lab at Penn Engineering has led to a surprising discovery: a new class of nanostructured materials that...
NASA Aeroshell Material Takes Extended Space Trip
Components of a NASA technology that could one day help crew and cargo enter harsh planetary environments, like that of Mars, are taking an...
Biodegradable PET alternative bio produced
The PET-alternative PDCA is biodegradable and has superior physical properties. A Kobe University team of bioengineers engineered E. coli bacteria to produce the compound...
New solar cells could power devices from indoor light
An international team led by UCL researchers has developed durable new solar cells capable of efficiently harvesting energy from indoor light, meaning devices such...
Thermal hardness and tribological assessment of PEEK/CoCr composites
Poly(ether-ether-ketone) (PEEK) is a high-performance thermoplastic with excellent mechanical strength, thermal stability, and chemical resistance, making it attractive for applications like biomedical implants and...
Researchers design electric thermal switch for space applications
An international team led by researchers at The University of Manchester’s National Graphene Institute has demonstrated a ground-breaking device capable of electrically controlling heat...
A device to convert plastic waste into fuel
As tons of plastic waste continue to build up in landfills every day, Yale researchers have developed a way to convert this waste into...
Bioinspired artificial muscles
Bioinspired artificial muscles enable robotic limbs to push, lift and kick
Northwestern University engineers have developed a soft artificial muscle, paving the way for untethered...
