As any auto show attendee can attest, the cars of the future have long been forecasted to be powered by fuel cells, rather than rely on gasoline for motivation. Durability and affordability have been formidable obstacles to widespread ...
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How SCHOTT developers are producing ever stronger, yet thinner glasses -- The industry is demanding ever thinner, yet sturdy, transparent materials. Applied Research at SCHOTT is therefore pursuing a clear objective: to develop glass that ...
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Nippon Paint Co. has been granted a patent for a metal surface treatment liquid for cation electrodeposition coating which is comprised of zirconium ions, copper ions and other metal ions, and has a pH of 1.5 to 6.5, wherein the other metal ...
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The World Spinning and Sports Conference kicks off this week. Taking place May 31st – June 2nd at the Hotel Intercontinental in Miami, FL, the WSSC Conference brings cutting-edge programming and dynamic brands from around the world, ...
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Hiden Analytical Ltd of Warrington, UK has expanded its secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) primary system options to offer the choice of three initial equipment levels. SIMS is a versatile, highly-sensitive technique for surface ...
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Almost all of the pressure sensors in the market have a diaphragm made of stainless steel (e.g. flush-mounted pressure sensor) or made of other metallic or non-metallic materials such as ceramic. And most pressure sensors are add-on sensors ...
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Tempered glass is about four times stronger than "ordinary," or annealed, glass. And unlike annealed glass, which can shatter into jagged shards when broken, tempered glass fractures into small, relatively harmless pieces. As a result, ...
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Quantum dots are tiny nanocrystals with extraordinary optical and electrical properties with possible uses in dye production, bioimaging, and solar energy production. Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago have developed a way ...
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Antibacterial textiles, e.g. products treated with silver, have an odour eliminating effect and are therefore very popular particularly for so-called first layer or sports clothing which is worn directly against the skin. In recent years, ...
Arch Chemicals has been awarded a patent for a method of inhibiting the growth of microorganisms by the step of contacting the microorganisms with an antimicrobial composition comprised of a pyrithione salt selected from the group ...
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A team led by an IIT-Madras professor has devised a cheap and effective method to produce clean drinking water. It will soon be possible to produce 10 litres of water — free of bacteria and virus — at just Rs. 10-12 per month, ...
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The Department of Science and Technology-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) in the Philippines has developed a biodegradable food packaging material that protects food and extends its shelf. ITDI Material Sciences ...
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A team of scientists at the Department of Science and Technology-Industrial Technology Development Institute (DOST-ITDI) in the Philippines has developed a biodegradable food packaging material that protects food and extends its shelf. ...
Ingredients The three main ingredients that contribute to the unique characters of various Chinese alcoholic beverages are the grains, the water, and the liquor starter. Other ingredients that alter the colour or taste of the final ...
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Ultrapure water is crucial for many functions in cell culture applications and having a reliable source available is essential. Filtration+Separation describes work undertaken at Sartorius to test the suitability of such an ultrapure water ...
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