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
October 22, 2025Novel Waterfall Cooling Channel for MoldingA novel waterfall cooling channel reduces pressure drop by 56% and boosts cooling efficiency in injection molding compared to conventional designs. Read more
October 21, 2025Impurities Threaten the Lifetime of Recycled Plastic PipesRecycled polypropylene enters pipe systems under rising mandates, yet impurity control ultimately governs crack kinetics and service life. Read more
October 6, 2025Reinforcing Microcellular Injection Molding with FibersUnderstanding the complex relationships between fibers, melt flow, and microstructure characteristics can help leverage the benefits of this high-performance material. 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 19, 2025Engineering Tomorrow’s Subways with High-Performance PlasticsAdvances in high-performance polymers are enabling subway systems to meet demands for fire safety, structural efficiency, and lifecycle durability. Read more
September 8, 2025Electron-Beam Processing for Stronger, Sterile PolymersE-beam technology enhances polymers with wear resistance, fatigue strength, and integrated sterilization, redefining medical implants and devices. Read more
September 2, 2025Plastic Processing “Must have” EquipmentWhether it’s being used in a university laboratory or a brand owner technical center, the right equipment makes all the difference in executing effective research on materials and processing. And, in the case of academia, the equipment materials engineering students master can have a significant impact on their immediate career prospects. Read more
August 22, 2025From Polymers to Patients: Plastics in Wearable TechA new generation of conductive plastics allows engineers to print sensors directly onto flexible, skin-like materials, paving the way for a new era of personalized health. Read more
August 11, 20253D-Printed Sensors: Emerging Strategies and MaterialsAdditive manufacturing, or 3D printing, pushes conventional limits for manufacturing sensors used for monitoring environmental changes and conditions. Read more
August 7, 2025Toward Net-Zero Plastics: Aligning the Value ChainPlastics emit 3% of global CO₂. Aligning the value chain—via recycling, clean tech, and circularity—can cut emissions up to 90% by 2050. Read more
July 31, 2025Energy Efficiency in FDM 3D PrintingSeventy percent of FDM energy goes to the heated bed, but adjusting processing parameters can cut this waste in half while maintaining part strength and surface quality. Read more