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Emerging Markets for Polyolefins in the Solar Industry

2 weeks ago

Polyolefins are increasingly replacing conventional materials as encapsulant films in photovoltaic solar panels.

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Conductive Polymers Revolutionize Fuel Cell Plates

2 weeks ago

Engineers optimize conductive polymer composites for fuel cell bipolar plates, achieving low weight and high conductivity for advanced energy systems.

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Beyond Flaps: How Composite Skins Enable Morphing Wing Design

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Morphing technology is key to green aviation, enabling real-time adaptation that significantly improves aerodynamic efficiency.

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Flame-Resistant Polymers for Space Safety and Aerospace Use

3 weeks ago

NASA advances flame-resistant polymers to improve safety in microgravity and high-oxygen aerospace environments.

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Real-Time Melt Monitoring in Extrusion and Injection Molding

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Inline rheology and spectroscopy enable real-time melt monitoring, improving quality control in extrusion and injection molding.

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Conveying PCR: Reducing Fines, Angel Hair, and Scrap

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Pneumatic conveying can support efficient PCR processing, but only when system design and operating conditions protect pellet integrity and maintain…

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Artificial Rattan: Furniture from PolyAl

3 weeks ago

Recycled PolyAl beverage cartons are finding new life as design-forward furniture.

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ANTEC 2026: Rheology Understanding Leads to Competitiveness

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ANTEC 2026 and the SPE Applied Rheology Chapter brought top innovators to Pittsburgh from March 9–12 of technical progress in…

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Advancing Sustainable Printed Electronics

3 weeks ago

Advances in biobased substrates for printed devices show potential to improve sustainability in electronics.

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How to Test for Chemical Resistance in Plastic Components

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Some applications require evaluating materials or parts under chemical stress. A practical insight provides tips for implementing standard or tailored…