More power, less heat: How metallic glasses are making motors more efficient
Saarland University researchers develop glass-like alloys, reducing energy losses in electric motors through advanced 3D printing.
Scientists turn old rubber gloves into new materials that capture CO2
University of St Andrews researchers transform nitrile-rubber waste into CO2-capturing materials using innovative recycling techniques.
Carbon nanotube fiber ‘textile’ heaters could help industry electrify high-temperature gas heating
Rice University researchers develop flexible, lightweight heaters with superior heat distribution, reducing carbon emissions in industrial processes.
Self-healing composite can make airplane, automobile and spacecraft components last for centuries
North Carolina State University develops composite with thermoplastic healing agent, extending component lifespan and reducing waste.
A biological material that becomes stronger when wet could replace plastics
Researchers at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia develop nickel-infused chitosan from shrimp shells for sustainability.
Can desert sand be used to build houses and roads?
Researchers at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology develop eco-friendly concrete using desert sand and plant additives.
Team develops smart synthetic material inspired by octopus skin
Penn State researchers create multifunctional smart skin that adapts to stimuli, enabling camouflage and information encryption.
New window insulation blocks heat, but not your view
University of Colorado Boulder researchers develop MOCHI, a transparent silicone gel that traps heat using tiny air bubbles.
Sulfated yeast rises to the challenge facing rare earth metals
Osaka Metropolitan University researchers develop innovative S-yeast solution, significantly enhancing metal adsorption and recycling efficiency.
New 3D printing method ‘grows’ ultra-strong materials
EPFL researchers develop innovative technique using hydrogels, achieving unprecedented density and strength in metal and ceramic structures.