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Inside Materials – Kevlar

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

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Modifying the Slip of Plastic Films with Additives

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Plastic film's slip and friction characteristics are essential for optimal performance in flexible packaging. Modifying these characteristics with additives can…

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The Rapid Growth of the Medical Elastomer Market

4 weeks ago

The global medical elastomer market reached $9.57 billion in 2024, and analysts expect it to grow to $14.27 billion by…

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Chitin and Cellulose: Building Blocks for Microplastic Capture

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

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HDPE Water Pipes: A Reliable Barrier Against PFAS Permeation

4 weeks ago

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

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Cellulose Bioplastics: The Choice of Leading Companies

1 month ago

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

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Mechanophores Revolutionize Polymer Analysis Under High-Velocity Impacts

1 month ago

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

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Dynamics in Polymer Production: U.S. and Middle East Perspectives

1 month ago

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

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Advancing Microplastics Characterization with FT-IR Microscopy

1 month ago

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

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Uncovering Hidden PFAS with Machine Learning

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