September 5, 2024How Do Polymer Innovations Enhance Automotive Performance?The automotive industry leads in material innovation, and polymers play a crucial role in shaping the design and manufacturing of today’s vehicles. Read more
August 19, 2024Heavier Cars, Lightweight Materials: A Modern ParadoxThe rise in lightweight materials directly connects to efforts to boost fuel efficiency, cut emissions, and meet strict environmental standards. Read more
August 15, 2024Plastics Injection Molding: Definition, Benefits and ApplicationsPlastics Injection molding accounts for nearly 50% of all plastic processing methods. Compared to other processes like blow molding or thermoforming, it is preferred for its ability to produce complex parts with high repeatability and minimal waste. Read more
August 6, 2024Lighter and Tougher Composite Materials in AircraftResearchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) developed a new technique called “nano stitching,” which significantly enhances composite materials’ mechanical properties. Read more
July 26, 2024Reinforced PVC Composites from E-WastePVC Composites reinforced with non-metallic printed circuit boards (PCBs) offer a groundbreaking solution to the escalating e-waste crisis, as it integrates sustainable practices with enhanced material performance. Read more
July 20, 2024Enhancing Molding Processes with Dielectric AnalysisBy leveraging the capabilities of Dielectric Analysis (DEA), manufacturers can achieve higher standards of quality and performance, leading to better products and increased market competitiveness. Read more
July 19, 2024Redesigning Marine Structures for SustainabilityThe maritime sector contributes to approximately 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The international shipping industry aims to reduce emissions by at least 20%, with a target of 30% by 2030 compared to 2008. Read more
July 16, 2024Hard-to-Recycle Plastics – Facing The ChallengeRecycling has become a turning point for environmental sustainability, reducing waste, and conserving natural resources. However, not all materials are equally easy to recycle. Read more
June 29, 2024Rethinking the System: We Need Molecular RecyclingThe lower recycling rates worldwide have demonstrated that effectively managing plastic waste needs multiple recycling technologies. Read more
June 27, 2024Pros and Cons of Natural Fiber-Reinforced Plastics in AutomotiveThe need to produce lightweight, fuel-efficient vehicles that comply with stringent environmental regulations and reduce carbon footprints drives the growing interest in Natural Fiber-Reinforced Plastic (NFRP) composites. Read more