October 28, 2025On Track to Better Performance: Composites for Railroad TiesRecycled plastic composites are transforming railroad ties, offering higher strength, longer life, and reduced train wear compared to wood or concrete. Read more
October 27, 2025Stress Control in Carbon Fiber Aerospace ComponentsCarbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) is replacing metal in many aerospace applications, and controlling internal stresses is necessary for performance. Read more
September 24, 2025Battery-as-a-Service: Built on Polymer EngineeringPolymer science enables modular, durable, and precise Battery-as-a-Service systems, advancing efficiency and scalability in energy solutions. Read more
September 23, 2025Polymers Take Flight: How Plastics Are Powering eVTOL DesigneVTOL aircraft are a significant step forward for urban mobility, but their success hinges on a critical challenge: weight reduction. Advanced polymers and composites are the materials making this possible. Read more
June 30, 2025Optimizing Thermoset Epoxies for Additive Manufacturing with Sparse InfillMichigan State University researchers unveiled novel thermoset epoxies capable of bridging unsupported gaps in sparse infill structures at ANTEC® 2025. Read more
June 20, 2025Thermosetting Resin: Plugging Abandoned Oil WellsResearchers are assessing a novel resin for plugging unused oil wells as an alternative to cement. Read more
April 30, 2025Simulation-Driven Optimization of Epoxy Potting ProcessesNumerical simulations enhance the reliability and efficiency of epoxy potting processes in electronics. Read more
April 14, 2025Challenges and Realities of Automotive Plastic RecyclingModern vehicles are composed of increasing amounts of plastic, raising questions about the use of recycled materials and the recyclability of automotive waste. Read more
February 12, 2025PFAS in Food Contact: Applications and Regulatory ActionsThe U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has studied PFAS usage in food applications, tracking its presence, migration potential, and industry phase-outs. Read more
January 28, 2025Optimizing Matrix Viscosity to Enhance Composite PerformanceOptimizing matrix viscosity is crucial for enhancing the mechanical performance of fiber-reinforced composites. Read more