Articles tagged with Manufacturing
Researchers developed a technique to quickly and sensitively characterize defects in 2D materials using laser light combined with second harmonic generation and dark field imaging. This method provides three times the brightness of standard bright field imaging, revealing grain boundaries and edges of semiconducting 2D materials.
Researchers at MIT and NREL propose slimming down silicon cells to reduce costs and increase manufacturing capacity. By reducing wafer thickness from 160 micrometers to as little as 40 micrometers, the study suggests a significant reduction in material usage and potential savings.
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh propose a system called 'EasyPass' that uses existing wireless channels to create extra opportunities for lag-free connections in IoT devices. Lab tests demonstrate a 90% reduction in data transmission delay and up to 2.5 Mbps throughput.
Researchers led by Lehigh's Anand Jagota will explore bio-inspired design of near-surface structures to improve friction in soft materials. The project aims to create safer tires, improve robotics and biomaterials, and advance mobility with the support of a $2M NSF grant.
Deregallera's pilot scale pouch cell production line will demonstrate the company's advanced materials in packaged cells conforming to industrial standard regulations. The project aims to create a massive step-change in developing future-friendly, non-toxic and sustainable energy storage technologies using sodium-ion instead of lithium.
University of Seville researchers successfully printed a 3D image using stabilised gold nanoparticles and biodegradable polymer systems. This breakthrough has significant implications for the pharmaceutical industry, particularly in the development of personalized biosensors.
Researchers developed a new method to pre-replenish lithium for lithium-ion supercapacitors using DMF-stabilized lithium nitride. This technology improves specific energy, rate performance, and cycle stability, with 90% energy retention after 10,000 cycles.
Researchers at the University of Birmingham propose a groundbreaking design approach for additive manufacturing inspired by human growth and development. By leveraging insights into developmental biology, they unlock new potential for the creation of innovative materials and products.
A research group at FAU is investigating the causes and consequences of manufacturing deviations, focusing on gear wheels and other complex machines. The project aims to develop methods and tools for reliable tolerance management, improving product function and lifespan.
Researchers found that retailer-themed super saver events (ReTSS) increase retailer visits and purchases, particularly among non-primary customers and hard-discount shoppers. The events' use of a common savings theme leads to a substantial lift in consumer behavior, but with smaller baskets and null effect on profit.
Monash University researchers have developed the world's most efficient lithium-sulfur battery, with the potential to power smartphones for up to five days and electric vehicles for over 1,000km. The new battery design has attractive performance, lower manufacturing costs, and a reduced environmental footprint.
Researchers developed a novel fabrication method for silk to create solid forms with tunable properties, including strength, flexibility, and biodegradability. The method involves heat molding silk into bulk parts with added bioactive molecules.
Research shows that collaborating on waiting area entertainment can increase revenue and customer loyalty. By working together, businesses can offset high operational costs and compete on other dimensions like prices.
The Air Force has awarded a $1.5 million grant to Imaginestics LLC, a company developing an artificial intelligence-powered system for managing additive manufacturing data. The system, called AMAS, will provide the Air Force with a method to store, manipulate and present AM data effectively.
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a new titanium-copper alloy that can be 3D printed with exceptional properties. The alloy's fully equiaxed grain structure reduces the risk of cracking or distortion, making it suitable for high-performance applications in medical devices and aerospace.
The new THVPE method produces high-quality GaN crystals at a faster growth rate than current conventional methods, with lower defect rates. This breakthrough technology holds promise for mass-producing low-cost, high-performance GaN devices.
A new study from Aston University reveals that over 9 in 10 make-up products are contaminated with potentially life-threatening superbugs like E.coli and Staphylococci. Beauty blender products, particularly, are found to have high levels of harmful bacteria, highlighting the need for consumers to wash them regularly.
Carpentry Compiler is a digital tool that allows users to design and fabricate woodworking projects. The tool optimizes fabrication instructions based on materials and equipment available, allowing for tradeoffs in cost, precision, and time.
A new $50 million center aims to accelerate the development of transformative therapies by shortening the path between research and clinical application. The center will provide preferred access to manufacturing facilities, shared innovation spaces, and workforce development opportunities.
Researchers developed a new alloy with improved wear and corrosion resistance by adding copper to high-speed steel. The innovative approach significantly enhances the performance of super engineering plastics in industrial and automotive applications.
The US economy is forecasted to grow at 2% in 2020, driven by consumer spending, while Indiana's economic output will be more anemic at 1.25%. The state's tight labor market and manufacturing sector are expected to impact growth.
The US Department of Energy has funded three Penn State projects to enhance combustion turbine performance and efficiency in fossil fuel power generation. Researchers will utilize additive manufacturing techniques to improve cooling effectiveness, fuel injection hardware, and ceramic matrix composite turbine vanes.
A study by the University of Córdoba found that optimizing surface roughness and hydrophobicity can create self-cleaning surfaces using 3D printing. The research aims to improve road safety on highways and reduce maintenance costs for traffic signals.
Researchers at Princeton University have developed a new method to precisely create droplets using a jet of liquid, offering greater flexibility and precision than standard techniques. This breakthrough enables the quick generation of drops with finely controlled sizes and locations within a 3D space.
Researchers are creating tools to design and certify advanced composite structures and materials, reducing costs and increasing efficiency in the industry. The project aims to improve understanding and prediction of composite material properties.
Northwestern University researchers have developed HARP, a high-throughput 3D printer that can print large parts in hours and small parts at high resolutions. The technology bypasses heat limitations with a nonstick liquid interface, enabling fast and large-scale manufacturing without molds or warehouses.
A team of researchers at MIT has developed an 'electroadhesive' stamp that can pick up and place down objects as small as 20 nanometers wide. The stamp uses a sparse forest of ceramic-coated carbon nanotubes to create temporary electrical attraction, allowing it to grasp microscopic structures with precise control.
The Technical University of Munich (TUM) is launching TUM.Additive, a comprehensive research focus on additive manufacturing. The initiative aims to establish Bavaria as a leading economic region for digital manufacturing technologies, promoting sustainable industrial use and creating new products with complex geometries. The strategy ...
US overdose deaths attributed to synthetic opioids like fentanyl have surged, with purchases often made on the darknet. Fentanyl prices plummeted by 50% between 2014 and 2016, making it nearly twice as deadly as heroin.
The Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) has received additional funding to develop a novel bioreactor for stem cell and CAR T-cell manufacturing, which could revolutionize personalized regenerative medicine.
Researchers at UTA are exploring ceramic and non-metallic materials to fabricate advanced temperature and heat flux sensors for hypersonic flight systems. The new additive manufacturing concept aims to provide reliable measurements in harsh environmental conditions.
A team of researchers has reported a new manufacturing method, CAS printing, to produce curvy electronic devices such as smart contact lenses and hemispherical solar cells. The technique enables the efficient production of three-dimensional curvy structures with high accuracy.
A team of researchers led by Ohio University's Jason Trembly has received a $2 million grant from the US Department of Energy to develop coal-based composite decking boards. The project aims to utilize coal in the manufacture of construction composite building materials, resulting in lower energy consumption and emissions.
Researchers from SUTD have developed a holistic approach that applies data-driven methods in design search and optimization for additive manufacturing (AM) products. The new method uses surrogate models to rapidly narrow down the high-dimensional design space, enabling designers to explore millions of design alternatives.
The NSF-Boeing partnership aims to provide new educational opportunities for workers in STEM fields through online learning platforms. The five-year program will focus on building key STEM skills and exploring the effectiveness of online courseware, ultimately creating tools for current and future employees.
A team of MIT researchers developed an AI-guided robotic platform to streamline the synthesis of small molecule organic compounds. The platform uses artificial intelligence-driven synthesis planning, flow chemistry, and a robotically controlled experimental platform to minimize human intervention.
Professional drivers, manufacturing workers, and cleaners have a threefold increased risk of type 2 diabetes compared to university teachers. Workplace interventions could reduce weight and increase physical activity among employees in these occupations to major health gains.
A new simulation software aims to enhance process knowledge and speed up biopharmaceutical manufacturing. Christian Witz's software shortens simulation times from months to hours, enabling more efficient troubleshooting and insights into processes.
Quanex IG Systems has licensed a low-cost method to produce insulating material from Oak Ridge National Laboratory, enabling improved thermal insulation performance in building products. The technology reduces energy consumption and generates less waste, making it an attractive solution for the industry.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) has received a $25 million award from the US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command Army Research Laboratory to advance 3D printing technology. The new technique, called cold spray, can repair metal parts or make new ones by layering metal powders in a process known as additive manufacturing.
The new concrete mixture has a compressive strength increase of 2.7-3.3 times compared to traditional concrete, while reducing frost-resistance issues and increasing water-resistance. The eco-friendly concrete technology is cost-effective and can be implemented with minimal spending.
The project, 'Accelerated Innovation in Manufacturing Biologics (AIM-Bio)', aims to develop new manufacturing processes and train a generation of scientists and engineers. NC State will collaborate with DTU to establish nine research projects focusing on technologies critical to biopharmaceutical manufacturing.
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have received a $1.95 million grant to create customizable, ultra-high density neural probes using 3D nanoparticle printing. This new technology will increase accessibility to brain tissue and enable prototype new electrode configurations on-demand.
Researchers develop 'hybrid' resists combining poly(methyl methacrylate) and aluminum oxide to improve lithography contrast and enable high-resolution silicon nanostructures. The approach uses an existing resist, metal oxide, and common equipment, offering a cost-effective solution for next-generation electronics.
New research reveals that 36% of post-market studies for pre-approved prescription drugs were not completed, with 50% taking an average of 5 years to begin. The study suggests that manufacturers lack incentive to complete these studies due to lax enforcement and high costs.
A hand-held device measures heart disease biomarkers from saliva to predict risk of heart disease, failure or heart attack. The technology has been validated in the lab with high accuracy and could help millions of potential victims take preventative steps.
Researchers developed wearable skin sensors that can detect sweat rate and electrolytes, providing real-time updates on health problems such as dehydration or fatigue. The sensors were found to be reliable and reproducible, enabling continuous data collection from different parts of the body.
A new study finds that female executives decrease the wage-gap for women at the top of a firm while widening it at the bottom. Female leadership also improves firm performance by boosting sales per worker when led by female CEOs.
Researchers have developed an effective method to monitor carbon nanotube films using artificial neural networks (ANN). The technique can help predict the efficiency of single-walled carbon nanotubes synthesis and improve the overall production framework, leading to new horizons for real-life applications.
Researchers at KAIST have developed a novel synthesis method for single-crystalline hexagonal graphene quantum dots, which emit stable blue light. The team successfully created homogeneous nucleation of graphene quantum dots through a single-phase reaction.
A new study suggests combining biomass with waste materials can improve the sustainability of manufactured soils by reducing nutrient loss. The research found that adding biochar reduces essential nutrient retention, improving conditions for plant growth and lowering fertiliser reliance.
The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed dynamic vision sensors that can interpret live information in real-time, revolutionizing robotics and autonomous vehicle sensing. Additionally, researchers are using additive manufacturing techniques to unlock new potential in tungsten for fusion energy, while also ...
A recent study found that when mainstream brands use visual cues suggesting their products are environmentally friendly, consumers tend to perceive them as less effective and switch to more eco-friendly alternatives. The research involved a survey of over 500 consumers across the US, who were shown different product labels with varying...
Research finds tobacco industry has bumped up prices for products beyond required tax changes, contradicting its claims that price rises fuel illicit tobacco trade. Industry-driven price increases were higher for cheaper 'roll your own' tobacco than expected.
Chemical manufacturers in the US are opposing new tariffs proposed by the Trump administration on $300 billion worth of Chinese goods. The additional taxes could hurt US companies' competitiveness and pricing advantage over foreign firms that do not have to pay tariffs.
MIT researchers have created a set of five fundamental parts that can be assembled into various functional devices, including a tiny walking motor. The new system uses 'digital materials' and offers an alternative approach to constructing robots, which could lead to the development of standardized kits for specific tasks.
Researchers developed a micro-capillary injector that accelerates nanometer-scale structure fabrication using a supersonic jet of inert gas. The technique allows for rapid production of structures with high aspect ratios, suitable for applications in magnetic memory and quantum communication devices.
Researchers at the University of Lincoln's National Centre for Food Manufacturing have developed new methods to dehydrate fruit and vegetables, producing flours that can be used in bakery and snack products. This technology extends shelf life and reduces food waste.
Researchers have successfully mimicked the ultrastructure of wood using 3D-printing technology, enabling the creation of sustainable green products. The new process allows for precise control over cellulose nanofibril arrangement, replicating desirable properties of natural wood.
Researchers developed a controlled microfluidic crystallization device to improve screening of drug substances and scale up stable crystallization. The device can simulate industrial conditions and screen various APIs, including anti-inflammatory drugs, with higher efficiency.