A novel lignin-based separator for lithium-ion batteries improves safety and extends cycle life, showcasing advancements in ...

Potassium-ion batteries could have a higher energy density than sodium-ion batteries. This is important for large-scale ...

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New research led by the University of Liverpool in collaboration with the University of New South Wales (Sydney, Australia) ...

Alireza Dolatshahi-Pirouz’s research aims to develop something artificial with the same properties as what developed over ...

In combination with a FRITSCH cyclone, users can also grind heat-sensitive, electrostatically charged or particularly light ...

Ceramics are inorganic, nonmetallic materials that are essential in daily life. Common types of ceramics are typically composed of carbides, nitrides, and oxides. Selenides, tellurides, phosphides, ...

The properties of both the adhesive and the joined materials determine the long-term performance of a bonded joint. High temperatures, as well as exposure to water or chemicals, are all agents that ...

Prof. Bo Chen, a Professor in Materials at the University of Southampton, UK, focuses on the structural integrity and performance of high-temperature materials in safety-critical applications. Read on ...

The Poisson’s ratio measures the length and width of a material undergoing transformation as it is stretched in a longitudinal direction. Application of the ISO 527-2 test standard helps determine the ...

Organic pigments are more effective than inorganic ones in terms of tinting capacity or coloring strength. They create brighter and glossier colors at lower percentages, 0.2-0.5%, as opposed to 2%.

Fiber length is pivotal in achieving optimal performance in reinforced plastics. Generally, longer fibers in both the compound and the final product correlate with better performance. This ...