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Aerospace Plastics Market: Lighter, Stronger, and Poised for Takeoff

2 months ago

Lightweight, durable, and increasingly indispensable, plastics are reshaping the aerospace industry and driving a market projected to nearly double by…

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Engineering Tomorrow’s Subways with High-Performance Plastics

2 months ago

Advances in high-performance polymers are enabling subway systems to meet demands for fire safety, structural efficiency, and lifecycle durability.

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Polymer Solution Casting: A Tool for Advanced Medical Applications

2 months ago

Polymer solution casting enables precise, cost-effective thin films and membranes, advancing control and performance in medical applications.

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Evaluating the Impact of Glass Fillers on Polymer Powder Aging for AM

2 months ago

Researchers have evaluated the effects of glass fillers on the aging behavior of polymer powders for additive manufacturing (AM).

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The Challenges Undermining UK Plastics Recycling

2 months ago

Plastic recycling in the United Kingdom faces persistent structural difficulties. Although household participation is high, overall recovery rates remain well…

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Hydrogel Patches for Essential Oil Delivery in Skincare

2 months ago

A novel approach to hydrogel formulation can help extract the benefits of essential oils for skincare.

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Rapid Liquid Printing Unlocks 4D Silicone Structures

2 months ago

Novel printing techniques unlock kinetic design and enable the creation of innovative, responsive environments that adapt to movement and interaction.

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PFAS-Free Triboelectric Nanogenerators for Sports Wearables

2 months ago

Sports wearables often use triboelectric nanogenerators (TENGs), and recent advances allow them to become PFAS-free.

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Designing High-Value Plastic Products with a Soft Feel

2 months ago

Widely used in consumer goods, these specialty coatings give plastic surfaces a sleek, smooth, suede-like texture that enhances both look…

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Sustainable Plastics Power the Blind Box Boom

2 months ago

Blind box toys and collectibles have surged globally, bringing a new niche to the plastic industry.