May 13, 2024Hybridizing Epoxy Composites with Egg Shell PowderRecent advances have shown that natural and waste-derived fillers, like eggshell powder (ESP), can greatly enhance the properties of composite materials. Read more
May 10, 2024Exploring the Dynamics of Self-Regulating Heating CablesIntroducing SR (Self-Regulating) heating cables opens the door to innovative heating solutions that revolutionize efficiency and reliability across various industries. Read more
May 9, 2024Pulp and Paper Waste for Fiber-Reinforced Polymer CompositesFiber-reinforced polymer composites (FRPCs) present a promising solution for diverting waste generated by the pulp and paper industry from landfills. Read more
May 7, 2024Why Companies Should Pursue a Sustainability CertificationSustainability certifications like The International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) PLUS can enhance brand reputation and open up new markets. Read more
May 4, 2024Recycling Challenges: Five Corporate Solutions in ActionCorporate solutions are crucial in driving the development of innovative technologies and practices that address key challenges in recycling. Read more
May 3, 2024Exploring Depths: Innovations in Additive MicroencapsulationMicroencapsulation enhances the performance of additives in a variety of plastics applications. This technology is invaluable for incorporating additives that possess explosive properties, are challenging to handle, exhibit high reactivity, or are PCMs. Read more
May 2, 2024Valorization of Human Hair Waste in the Synthesis of Kevlar-Based AerogelsAbdul Baghirov pioneers a transformative method to integrate hair fibers into Kevlar aerogels. It offers enhanced filtration efficiency and sustainable solutions to combat environmental challenges due to human hair waste. Read more
May 2, 2024Composite 3D Printing in Aerospace and RoboticsWhile 3D printing with polymers and metals has dominated discussions, composites have quietly emerged as a significant player in additive manufacturing (AM). Combining the strength of metals with the lightness of polymers, composite materials are reshaping the landscape of 3D printing, particularly in fused filament fabrication (FFF) technology. Read more
April 29, 2024Elevating PEEK Composites with Glass FiberPEEK glass fiber composite crystallization undergoes a critical transformation when subjected to conditions of high undercooling and intense shear. Read more
April 29, 2024Computational Approaches to Fast-Track Material DevelopmentThe future of material research is increasingly changing toward digitization, which promises advantages but requires significant work and adaptability. While initial trends emerge, development varies between material classes due to variations in synthesis, production, analysis, and modeling techniques. Read more
April 24, 2024Beyond Layers: Non-Planar 3D PrintingNon-planar 3D printing, also known as curved layer 3D printing or non-planar slicing, marks a significant evolution in the field of additive manufacturing. Read more
April 23, 2024Optimizing Composite Laminate Design with Double-Double TheoryConventionally, laminate designs have adhered to standard ply orientations such as 0, 90, and ±45°, often constrained by symmetry requirements. However, a paradigm shift has emerged with the introduction of the double-double laminates concept, offering a more efficient and tailored approach to composite design. Read more