Materials

Kevlar is the ultimate ballistic material, known for its exceptional strength, high tenacity, and lightweight properties.

Plastic film’s slip and friction characteristics are essential for optimal performance in flexible packaging. Modifying these characteristics with additives can greatly benefit manufacturers.

The global medical elastomer market reached $9.57 billion in 2024, and analysts expect it to grow to $14.27 billion by 2029, with an 8.3% CAGR.

Ct-Cel (made from chitin and cellulose) is an efficient, eco-friendly solution for tackling microplastic pollution in water. Its removal efficiency is up to 99.9%.

Researchers investigated if per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) can permeate polyethylene (PE) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) water pipes.

The cellulose bioplastics market is rapidly expanding, driven by investments from companies like Amazon and leading research laboratories in biodegradable materials.

Researchers have unlocked a groundbreaking method to analyze polymer behavior under high-velocity impacts.

Shifting supply dynamics and evolving policies reshape the global polymer industry among changing investments and trade developments.

The growing concern over microplastic pollution has spurred the development of advanced analytical techniques to detect, identify, and quantify these tiny contaminants.

With over 700 PFAS features identified and 81 previously unknown compounds, machine learning reveals the scale of global contamination.

For 3D Printing, platforms like the Protiq Marketplace enable seamless transitions from CAD design to production, offering access to a broad range of additive manufacturing technologies.

As concerns over environmental and health risks grow, the aviation industry is taking crucial steps. It is replacing hazardous firefighting foams with safer, fluorine-free alternatives.