The energetic consequences of having iron, manganese or aluminum atoms sit at certain positions close to carbon are studied by performing first-principles quantum-chemical calculations.
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Towards High Gas Barrier Thin Films – A Simple and Eco-Friendly Process
Reaearchers from Texas A&M demonstrate a process to apply a super gas barrier to plastic packaging films using only polymers in a water-based solution
The Colorful Hand Print – Made by an Optical Strain Sensor
In a recent study published in Advanced Optical Materials, researchers make use of hydroxypropyl cellulose (HPC) to develop optical strain sensors.
Core–Shell Hollow Fibers, Porous Fibers, and Thin Films from PMMA/PAN
Recently, a joint team demonstrated a comprehensive investigation focusing on the change of physical/chemical properties based on different morphologies.
Optimizing bulk metallic glasses for robust, highly wear-resistant gears
New copper-zirconium-based BMGs are developed that show excellent potential for wear-resistance.
2016 Printing for Fabrication Conference
The 32nd edition of the International Conference on Digital Printing Technologies (NIP) was held in Manchester, UK, this month.
Printing Softly
A recently started research project aims at the development of materials based on thermoplastic elastomers (TPE).
BMW Group expands the use of 3D printers
BMW Group believe that additive technologies will be one of the main production methods of the future
Resilience to Impact by Extreme Energy Absorption in Lightweight Material Inclusions
A model design for lightweight, architected material inclusions that cultivate significant and rapid impact energy dissipation in structures is investigated
Sustainable Polymers and Polymer Science: Dedicated to the Life and Work of Richard P. Wool
A new special issue in the Journal of Applied Polymer Science is dedicated to the life and work of Richard P. Wool.
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