Maximize Aesthetics with Post-Industrial Polypropylene Sheets
If you're in the business of packaging, signage, or stationary, you've probably seen the push for more sustainable materials coming fast and hard. Customers...
U.S. Plastics Industry Powers $1.1 Trillion in Economic Output
A new report from the American Chemistry Council (ACC) underscores the plastics industry’s outsized role in the U.S. economy, highlighting both its direct manufacturing...
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,...
A new technology for extending the shelf life of produce
Researchers used microneedles to inject fresh-cut crops with melatonin, thereby delaying spoilage.
We’ve all felt the sting of guilt when fruit and vegetables go bad...
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...
