A wind turbine will be the world’s tallest wooden structure in the world. It is expected to be installed in Sweden in 2021.
Discotic Liquid Crystals for Electronic Devices
Discotic liquid crystals could serve as organic power cables for novel electronic and opto‐electronic devices.
An Unsinkable, Spider-Inspired Metal
Inspired by diving bell spiders, researchers created highly water-repellent metallic structures that could potentially be used to build unsinkable ships in the future.
Fuel Cells to Lower Harmful Emissions on the High Seas
First practical tests of marine fuel cells on board AIDAnova planned for 2021
The World’s Most Powerful Tidal Turbine
Orbital Marine Power will install a 2MW floating tidal turbine together with long-term partner, SKF.
A Knittable and Washable Conducting Yarn for Functional Textiles
Researchers have found a way to produce advanced functional fabrics while retaining the wearability and durability of everyday fabrics.
Routes Toward Emission-Free Shipping
Scientists investigate shipping activities in the North and Baltic Seas to implement zero-emission solutions in the next decade.
A Circular, Bio-Based Plastic Economy
DSM introduces bio- and recycled-based alternatives for its entire engineering plastics portfolio.
Using Old Materials to Create New, Sustainable Solutions
Researchers develop sustainable source materials for 3D printing. such as single-polymer composites that reinforce themselves and materials derived from waste based plastics.
Light in Sight: Micro-Lenses Enhance the Functionality of Future Cars
A new micro-lens array technology produces high-quality 3D images that can be used to improve driver safety, vehicle function, and provide innovative design effects.