December 9, 2024The Future is Flexible: Advancements in Plastic ElectronicsFlexible electronics have emerged as a transformative force in modern technology, meeting demands for adaptable, lightweight, and wearable devices. Read more
November 29, 2024How Thermal Conductivity Drives Mold EfficiencyThermal conductivity plays a key role in mold manufacturing, especially for industries requiring quick and efficient production cycles. High thermal conductivity allows faster cooling, which shortens production cycles and enhances efficiency. Read more
November 22, 2024Mold Manufacturing: How to Choose the Best AlloySelecting the right alloy for mold manufacturing is essential for meeting industry demands for durability, thermal conductivity, and manufacturability. Read more
November 18, 2024Deep-Space Radiation Defense Using HDPEDesigned to protect astronauts from the hazardous radiation encountered in deep space, the AstroRad Vest leverages hydrocarbon polymer-high-density polyethylene (HDPE)—to shield critical organs without compromising mobility or comfort. Read more
November 16, 20243D Printing in Space with Liquid Crystal PolymersThermotropic Liquid Crystal Polymers (LCPs) have emerged as a high-performance engineering polymer, comparable to PEEK and PEI, for 3D printing in space environments. Read more
November 15, 2024StarCrete: A Starch Biocomposite for Space ConstructionResearchers at the University of Manchester developed an innovative biocomposite specifically designed for extraterrestrial construction needs. Read more
November 11, 2024High-Performance Materials from Earth to SpaceA new generation of high-performance materials from the University of Bristol recently launched to the International Space Station (ISS). Read more
November 5, 2024Tooling Digitalization: ApplicationsThe tooling digitalization during the whole supply chain is vital for maximizing productivity, improving operational efficiency, and minimizing downtime. But how and with what tools? Read more
October 25, 2024Predicting Fatigue Failure in ElastomersFatigue failure prediction methods of elastomers help estimate product service life and play a critical role in preventing catastrophic failures. Read more
October 18, 2024Reverse Engineering in Plastics ProcessingReverse engineering (RE) in plastics processing has become an essential method for product reproduction, improvement, and optimization. It involves a thorough understanding of the design, manufacturing, assembly, and maintenance stages. Read more