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Apple iPhone 17 Pro

Apple iPhone 17 Pro delivers top performance and advanced cameras for field documentation, data collection, and secure research communications.

LIST tech wins "Oscars" of the composites world

LIST's patented infrared welding process enables rapid assembly of thick carbon-fibre-reinforced thermoplastic components, reducing weight, costs and environmental impact. The innovation is estimated to reduce CO2 emissions by 12.5 tonnes per wing rib.

Study: Composite metal foam could lead to safer hazmat transportation

Researchers develop composite metal foam that can withstand tremendous force at lower weight than solid steel, raising the possibility of creating safer tanker cars for transporting hazardous materials. The finding is validated through computational modeling and experimental testing.

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4)

Apple iPad Pro 11-inch (M4) runs demanding GIS, imaging, and annotation workflows on the go for surveys, briefings, and lab notebooks.

Flash Joule heating lights up lithium extraction from ores

Researchers developed a faster and cleaner method using flash Joule heating to extract high-purity lithium from spodumene ore. The technique achieved nearly instantaneous lithium extraction with 97% purity and 94% recovery, outperforming traditional methods.

From shrimp to steel: Introducing nature-inspired metalworking

Researchers at Singapore University of Technology and Design have developed a novel approach to metalworking using chitinous colloids and composites. By leveraging the affinity between chitin and metals, they created functional metallic structures without high temperatures or pressures.

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C)

Anker Laptop Power Bank 25,000mAh (Triple 100W USB-C) keeps Macs, tablets, and meters powered during extended observing runs and remote surveys.

Magnetic revolution: New soft magnetic materials for a high-frequency future

Researchers from Songshan Lake Materials Laboratory have developed amorphous soft magnetic composites with improved properties for use in next-generation electronics. The critical state approach enables the creation of strong yet efficient magnetic materials, paving the way for more efficient power transmission and storage.

Researchers closer to understanding hydrogen's great challenge

A new study by the University of Sydney has found that adding molybdenum to steel reinforced with metal carbides enhances its ability to trap hydrogen. This discovery is a significant step towards solving the multi-billion-dollar problem of hydrogen embrittlement in steels.

A cooler approach to making new materials that can stand the heat

Lehigh University researchers have developed a new fabrication method for high-entropy alloys that can operate in extreme temperatures. The process uses lower temperatures and a different reaction route to achieve a more homogenous microstructure, potentially leading to the development of more efficient materials for aerospace and indu...

Reducing carbon emissions of C&D waste in building refurbishment

Researchers from Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University provide valuable insights on managing C&D waste and reducing carbon emissions in building refurbishment projects. By upcycling generated waste, carbon emissions can be significantly reduced, with a potential reduction of around 40% compared to traditional practices.

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars

Nikon Monarch 5 8x42 Binoculars deliver bright, sharp views for wildlife surveys, eclipse chases, and quick star-field scans at dark sites.

Innovative design of titanium alloy with supreme properties by 3D printing

Researchers from City University of Hong Kong created a new titanium-based alloy using additive manufacturing, boasting unprecedented structures and properties. The alloy exhibits high tensile strength, excellent work-hardening capacity, and is up to 40% lighter than stainless steel, making it suitable for various structural applications.