May 26, 2025Reducing Computational Costs in Warpage PredictionResearchers seek to better understand warpage in injection molding using Multi-Fidelity Neural Networks (MFNN). Read more
May 21, 2025Sorting Out the Facts: Bioplastics and Plastic Recycling Can CoexistBioplastics often carry a reputation for disrupting recycling systems, yet a recent European Bioplastics study presents a different perspective. Read more
May 14, 2025Artificial Creativity: Redefining Designer Skills in the AI EraPackaging design is undergoing a fundamental transformation as artificial intelligence reshapes not only our tools but also the creative process itself. Read more
May 14, 2025Detecting Injection Molding Defects with Meta’s DINOv2In a presentation at SPE ANTEC® 2025, researchers showed how Meta’s DINOv2 can optimize the detection of injection molding defects. Read more
May 1, 2025Smart Manufacturing: Precision Heat Control via Mechatronics and MLMechatronics technology (MT) and improved machine learning (ML) algorithms improve rubber and plastic manufacturing temperature control. Read more
April 16, 2025Smart Plastics: How Data Intelligence Is Reshaping ProductionFind ways to boost production, meet environmental regulations, and cut costs using data-driven tech solutions. Read more
March 28, 2025How Blockchain is Transforming Plastic Waste ManagementBlockchain technology is driving greater transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in the future of plastic waste management. Read more
March 18, 2025Open Data Platform for Cataloging PFAS AlternativesAn open data-sharing platform provides information on PFAS alternatives for use in manufacturing. Read more
March 17, 2025AI’s Role in Bioplastics DevelopmentAI is unlocking the secrets of sustainable bioplastics, paving the way for a greener future without sacrificing performance. Read more
February 12, 2025Matmerize: Optimizing Polymer R&D with AIMatmerize revolutionizes polymer R&D with PolymRize, an AI-driven software enabling faster, sustainable material innovation and optimization. Read more
January 1, 2025IBM’s Breakthrough in Polymer Optical Waveguide TechnologyIBM’s innovative polymer optical waveguide (PWG) technology replaces traditional electrical interconnects with optical connections, offering faster, energy-efficient performance. Read more
December 31, 2024The Year’s Best: Top 5 Interviews from 2024Plastics Engineering has conducted interviews throughout 2024 to obtain experts’ points of view on different topics related to the plastics industry. Read more