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Biointellectus: Turning Waste into Functional Bioplastics in Mexico

11 months ago

Biointellectus develops the next generation of bioproducts by transforming biomass into functional plastics.

  • 3D Printing/Additive Manufacturing
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Additive Manufacturing of Conductive Polymer Electronics

11 months ago

Additive manufacturing (AM) is emerging as a popular method in the research and development of electronics that use conductive polymers.

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Surface Modification Strategies to Inhibit Plasticizer Migration

11 months ago

Plasticizer migration erodes performance and elevates compliance risk in PVC products. To counter this, surface engineering gives manufacturers direct, interface-level…

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Polyurea and GFRP: Making Older Buildings Earthquake Resistant

11 months ago

Researchers are investigating how polymers can play a part in reinforcing older masonry buildings, making them more resistant to earthquakes.

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Sustainability Meets Competitiveness: Key Takeaways from K-2025

11 months ago

The plastics industry is undergoing a profound transformation. With increasing pressure to decarbonize, reduce waste, and remain globally competitive, stakeholders…

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Welding Wood-Plastic Composites

11 months ago

Researchers are using machine learning (ML) to unlock the potential of an alternative welding technique for joining wood-plastic composites (WPCs).

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Optimizing 3D Printing Parameters to Reduce Gear Wear

11 months ago

Additive manufacturing has significant advantages for lightweight gear systems, and researchers are pinpointing how to maximize their durability.

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Repair or Recycle? Rethinking Electronics Design

11 months ago

Design strategies that balance recyclability and repairability can extend electronics’ lifespan and support circular economy goals.

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Cold Sintering Advances Polymer–Ceramic Composite Manufacturing

11 months ago

An emerging technology, cold sintering, promises breakthroughs in the production of polymer-ceramic composites.

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Natural and Mineral Fillers Improve UV Stability in Rotomolded Polyethylene

11 months ago

Natural and mineral fillers enhance UV resistance in rotomolded polyethylene, reducing surface oxidation and improving material durability.