Articles tagged with Manufacturing
Researchers at University of California San Diego have created a flexible, rechargeable silver oxide-zinc battery with areal energy density five to ten times greater than state-of-the-art batteries. The device can be used in wearables and soft robotics.
Researchers have made two discoveries that expand additive manufacturing in aerospace and other industries relying on strong metal parts. They presented a process map to help manufacturers avoid generating defects during laser powder bed fusion.
Researchers at King Abdullah University of Science & Technology created an ultrathin porous membrane using molecular building blocks to separate molecules of different sizes and shapes. The membrane outperformed traditional membranes in filtering organic solvents, with high selectivity and durability.
A new study by Portland State University finds that mass incarceration is significantly associated with increases in industrial emissions. The construction and maintenance of prisons, as well as the production of goods and materials used inside prisons, contribute to these emissions.
Researchers discovered that tiny bubbles or pores form during the printing process due to fluctuations in the keyhole's depth. By controlling the machines' speed and power, companies can avoid this problem and improve printing processes.
Researchers at SUTD demonstrate high-resolution 3D waveguides guiding light in a spiral and air-bridge configuration, achieving low loss and high bandwidth. The 3D fabrication enables error-free optical transmission at high speeds and showcases the devices' suitability as low-loss waveguides.
Scientists create miniscule robots with plastic chassis and magnetic metal wheels, powered by rotating magnetic fields, opening up applications for delivering medications and treating aneurysms.
George Mason University will lead a $111 million public-private partnership, Cybersecurity Manufacturing Innovation Institute (CyManII), to introduce cybersecure energy-ROI and drive American manufacturers. The university's well-recognized strength in cybersecurity research positions it well to support the five-year goals of CyManII.
The Canadian Partnership for Research in Immunotherapy Manufacturing Excellence (CanPRIME) provides hands-on manufacturing training to develop novel biotherapeutics, including vaccines and therapies that incorporate viruses, cells, and genes. Nearly 50 individuals will be trained over five years.
The study introduces a new generation of multifunctional materials created by adding carbon nanoparticles to polymer matrices, allowing for self-sensing properties. This technology has the potential to replace sensors in weight-critical systems and manufacture electrically conductive materials for various applications.
A new mattress flammability standard has been shown to prevent 65 deaths annually from bed fires. The standard, established by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), requires mattresses to maintain a heat release rate under 200 kW after being ignited.
Researchers have developed a thermoplastic resin for wind blades, enabling recyclability and reducing costs. The material can be melted and reused, decreasing the need for landfills.
Oregon State University researchers have made a key advance in printing circuitry on wearable fabrics using inkjet printing and perovskite materials. The breakthrough enables the direct application of circuitry onto cloth at lower processing temperatures, potentially solving the trade-off between performance and fabrication costs.
Skoltech researchers have developed a novel method for designing and manufacturing complex-shaped ceramic bone implants with controllable porous structures. The FRep method enables the creation of variable density implants tailored to individual patient needs, enhancing tissue fusion efficiency and overall implant performance.
The University of Connecticut has licensed its groundbreaking continuous manufacturing technology for pharmaceutical nanoparticles to DIANT Pharma Inc. This technology offers several advantages over conventional batch manufacturing approaches, including highly controlled particle size, high-throughput production, and a smaller footprin...
A UVA-led research team designs and manufactures thermoelectric devices with increased efficiency and reduced costs. They employ additive manufacturing and advanced materials science techniques to bridge the gap between material performance and device efficiency.
Scientists at KAUST create a perovskite ink suitable for mass production using slot-die coating, improving solar cell efficiency to up to 21.8%. The ink can also be coated onto silicon to produce tandem solar cells capturing even more of the Sun's energy.
A Cornell University-led collaboration has created a new 3D printing technique that produces cellular metallic materials at supersonic speeds, resulting in mechanically robust and porous structures. These structures are 40% stronger than similar materials made with conventional manufacturing processes.
Researchers at uOttawa and The Ottawa Hospital will use the funding to manufacture innovative treatments and vaccines for COVID-19. They plan to produce a cell-based therapy, antibody-based treatments, and home-grown COVID-19 vaccines.
Researchers from NTU and SUTD review recent efforts on 3D printing of spacers and membranes, highlighting its potential to reduce dead zones and mitigate membrane fouling. They also introduce 'hybrid additive manufacturing' as a process combining 3D printing with other methods for fabricating membranes.
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have successfully used inkjet printing to create novel electronic devices with useful properties. The study shows that combining advanced manufacturing techniques with quantum wave modeling enables the creation of customized structures with promising applications for optoelectronic devices, w...
A team of engineers at Polytechnique Montréal has created a fabric using additive manufacturing that absorbs up to 96% of impact energy without breaking. The innovative design, inspired by spider webs, can be incorporated into glass panels to prevent shattering on impact.
A new gelatin-based microcarrier offers significantly higher harvest rates of cells grown with over 90% compared to traditional standards. The microcarrier facilitates expansion of mesenchymal stromal cells used to treat various ailments, including heart attacks and immune system rejection.
A study by researchers at Penn State found that mulch bags labeled as 'cypress' often contain less than claimed, with some bags containing no cypress at all. The investigation used a new method to sort and estimate species mix in the mulch, revealing significant discrepancies between advertised content and actual composition.
A new project aims to create household sprays and coatings that capture COVID-19 aerosol droplets, inactivating the virus. Researchers will use additives to provide long-lasting protection against the virus, with a focus on surface characteristics.
Continuity Pharma has been awarded a $1.5 million grant from DARPA to develop continuous manufacturing technology for reshoring generic drugs. The company aims to ensure the availability of essential medicines to patients in need by applying novel continuous manufacturing capabilities.
The RESPOND project will create a diverse network of stakeholders to support critical 'super nodes' and accelerate product development. The grant builds on the success of the Massachusetts Manufacturing Emergency Response Team (MERT), which facilitated the production of over eleven million pieces of PPE during the COVID-19 pandemic.
A study published in IEEE Engineering Management Review found that manufacturers' crisis communication plans often lack managing infectious-disease outbreaks. The researchers identified the supporting enablers and competing barriers of manufacturing repurposing within the context of COVID-19 disruptions.
Colorado State University has received a $3.1 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to continue developing the SolaVAX coronavirus vaccine candidate. The funding will support pre-clinical research and human clinical trials to test the safety and immune response of the vaccine.
A new wearable piezoelectric harvester using hot pressing and tape casting fabrication process has record high interfacial adhesion strength, enabling durable wearable devices. The study uses a surface and interfacial cutting analysis system to measure adhesion strength.
Researchers have designed a smart electronic skin and medical robotic hand that can assess vital diagnostic data using a newly invented rubbery semiconductor with high carrier mobility. The material is scalable for manufacturing and retains electrical performance even when stretched by 50%.
Researchers have developed a simple manufacturing technology using chitin, a ubiquitous organic polymer, to build tools and shelters on Mars. This approach enables the rapid manufacturing of objects ranging from basic tools to rigid shelters, which could support humans in a Martian environment.
SMART researchers have discovered a new way to manufacture human red blood cells that cuts the culture time by half compared to existing methods. The new protocol stores cultured cells in liquid nitrogen for 11 days and produces RBCs within 11 days.
A chemist from RUDN University created a green catalyst based on plant waste that reduces palladium consumption in cross-coupling reactions by up to half. The new catalyst is also reusable without decreasing efficiency, making it economically and environmentally friendly.
The University of South Carolina's research team will use a four-year NASA grant to develop an atom-to-airframe approach, increasing the production rate of aircraft and making urban air mobility possible. The project aims to produce 100 aircraft per day, a significant increase from current rates.
A team led by Huimin Zhao at the University of Illinois has received a five-year, $20 million NSF grant to develop new AI tools for molecule synthesis. The institute aims to accelerate automated chemical synthesis and advance the discovery and manufacture of novel materials and bioactive compounds.
Researchers at Monash University developed a machine-learning algorithm that can characterise graphene properties and quality without bias in under 14 minutes. This technology will help manufacturers boost the quality and reliability of their graphene supply, saving time and money.
Researchers at ORNL designed a novel, 3D-printed device that captures carbon dioxide emissions from fossil fuel plants and industrial processes. The device uses additive manufacturing to integrate a heat exchanger and mass-exchanging contactor, enhancing mass transfer and increasing efficiency.
Researchers create load-bearing structure using local soil, reducing carbon footprint and waste. The new material is expected to be used in construction projects and potentially beyond Earth.
A small Italian town's transformation into a major hub for medical device production is attributed to one man's entrepreneurial spirit and vision. The study, led by Professor Simone Ferriani, highlights the 'anchor entrepreneurship' framework as a catalyst for rapid development in small communities.
Researchers at Purdue University are developing a new 3D-printed runway mat using Phase Transforming Cellular Material (PXCM) geometry. The technology aims to create a robust and self-healing mat that can withstand stresses of repeated aircraft take-offs and landings, reducing the need for frequent repairs.
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed an AI software named Peregrine for powder bed 3D printers, assessing part quality in real-time. The software uses convolutional neural networks to analyze images and detect anomalies, alerting operators for adjustments.
The large-scale production of COVID-19 vaccines will necessitate the sharing of manufacturing knowledge to ensure rapid and effective scale-up. This includes disclosure of necessary information from patents, which can facilitate international collaboration and standardization.
Researchers at the University of Illinois compared two composite manufacturing methods, frontal polymerization and bulk polymerization. Frontal polymerization, a new out-of-autoclave method, offers several advantages, including reduced capital investment, faster curing times, and lower environmental impact.
Researchers from the University of Surrey have developed a pioneering circuit design using source-gated transistors to create compact circuit blocks. This innovative design improves performance, reduces waste and makes manufacturing more cost-effective.
CMU's College of Engineering and ARL to lead additive manufacturing research guided by machine learning, addressing scaling up methods and improving equipment ease of use. The program aims to increase mission readiness and resiliency across military platforms and equipment.
Researchers invent new laser inversion technique to overcome SLS limitations, enabling simultaneous printing of multiple materials. The process allows for stronger, denser materials and complex multi-material parts without assembly, expanding industries such as aerospace, automotive, and robotics.
The University of Texas at Arlington's (UTA) TMAC has received $3.3 million in federal funding to support small and medium-sized businesses in Texas during the pandemic. The funding will help manufacturers reshore supply chains and restore operations, including those producing health-related products.
The QUT Centre for Robotics will train researchers, engineers, and manufacturers with expertise to boost safety, quality, and productivity. The five-year centre will develop collaborative robotics applications to help Australian manufacturers compete globally.
European manufacturers are emerging as sustainable successors to combustion engines, with the European Commission investing heavily in initiatives to establish new factories and mining operations across the region. The goal is to create hundreds of thousands of jobs while reducing the carbon footprint of production.
Biobased chemicals are being developed to replace petroleum-based products in various industries, including diapers, electronics, and automotive coatings. These new materials offer improved performance and sustainability, with potential applications in areas such as electronic touchscreen displays and emission-reducing coatings.
Swansea University researchers have reported a record efficiency of 12.2% for four layers of roll-to-roll printed perovskite solar cells (PSCs), marking a significant step towards commercialization. This achievement utilizes the advantages of slot-die coating, which provides controlled wet film thickness and efficient material usage.
Engineers from the University of Delaware develop procedure to purify monoclonal antibodies with 43% higher productivity, thanks to understanding of adsorption affinity and its role in protein transport into ion-exchange beads. This breakthrough could lead to reduced waste during expensive drug manufacturing process.
A team of researchers from NYU Tandon School of Engineering used machine learning to reverse-engineer 3D-printed composite parts, demonstrating a method to capture fiber orientation with high accuracy. The study highlights the potential risks of intellectual property theft in 3D printing and emphasizes the need for secure toolpaths.
A breakthrough water treatment method using a solvent-free approach has been developed by Swansea University. The MACS machine manufactures catalysts for ozone, destroying pollutant chemicals such as nitrophenol in water. This technology holds potential to enable radical advances in advanced technology across various disciplines.
Lehigh University has received a state grant to develop a novel polymer coating that can kill coronavirus on surfaces, reducing transmission. The project aims to create a long-lasting, effective coating that can be used in healthcare settings and public spaces.
A novel method for 3D printing components used in neutron instruments has been licensed to ExOne Company. The collaboration will help develop patent-pending techniques to create lightweight, metal-infused composites ideal for neutron scattering applications.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh are using a new scalable manufacturing method to create customizable types of nanocarbons directly on flexible materials. This process enables patterning functional nanocarbons needed for emerging flexible-device applications in healthcare, energy, and consumer electronics.
Four Lehigh University researchers have been awarded grants from the Manufacturing PA Innovation Program to support projects in biomedicine, energy, and consumer goods. The recipients will collaborate with industry partners to develop new technologies and processes that foster innovation and develop a 21st-century workforce.
A new study by Cranfield University reveals that zinc alloys outperform aluminum and magnesium alloys in terms of sustainability and part lifespan. The research highlights the need for manufacturers to consider the environmental impact of their materials, even if cost is a consideration.