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Penn State researchers studied silica layer formation on modified e-glass, discovering that it breaks up and repolymerizes during corrosion. Understanding this process could lead to stronger fibers and improved lung safety for people exposed to glass fibers.
A team of researchers from Penn State has successfully developed a polymer coating that adheres to the surface of optical glass, particularly phosphate glasses. This breakthrough enables new applications for these glasses in fields such as optics and photonics.
Researchers developed a new method to save lives and protect property in windstorm-prone areas using a laminated glass window unit with a sacrificial ply. The design concept is promising for enhancing hurricane resistance of windows and offers a cost-effective alternative to expensive shutters or boards.
The National Inventors Hall of Fame honors seven innovators, including Walt Disney and Steve Wozniak, for their contributions to the personal computer, animation, and medical breakthroughs. The inductees' inventions have improved quality-of-life materials and technologies.
The FDA has approved a new cancer treatment using microscopic glass beads that deliver localized radiation to liver tumors. The treatment involves injecting radioactive glass beads into the liver, where they kill malignant cells with minimal side effects.
Scientists analyze melt inclusions in Hawaiian crystals, finding highly unusual trace-element contents that match a specific rock type. The study confirms a giant recycling process where ancient oceanic crust is melted and re-formed in the Earth's mantle.
University of Illinois researchers have developed a theory that explains how glassy materials behave and predict the speed of molecular motion changes with temperature. The theory, based on thermodynamic measurements of heat capacity, provides a universal form for expressing glass transition phenomena.
Chemist Peter G. Wolynes explains how glass, a disorganized crystal in a frozen state, keeps its shape and applies this insight to study protein structures. His work has numerous applications in environmental cleanup and drug design.
Researchers at NRL have created a new type of glass material for use in future opto-electronic devices, which could lead to advancements in optical sensors, miniaturized optical systems, high-speed communication components, and more. The material's properties are highly dependent on its layered structure and composition.
Researchers have developed a new method to engineer glass that can withstand stress without catastrophic failure, reducing the variability in strength. This new approach creates internal compressed layers that stop crack propagation, making the glass more consistent and reliable.
A recent study found a link between an asteroid/comet impact and the disappearance of 35 mammal species and a flightless bird 3.3 million years ago in southeastern Argentina. The research suggests that the impact may have triggered a climate change, leading to regional extinctions.
Researchers at UB have successfully developed perfectly aligned carbon nanotubes, bringing researchers closer to developing flat panel displays with excellent viewing angles and high resolution. The technical advances made by the team will help make flat panel displays made with carbon nanotubes affordable, using glass as a substrate.
Golfers can expect to hit longer shots and experience a softer yet solid feel with the new Liquidmetal alloy, absorbing less energy than conventional materials. This high-performance material is also attractive for replacing traditional metals in sporting goods and aerospace products.
Michigan Technological University researchers are developing Trac + Deicer, a mixture of crushed glass and calcium magnesium acetate (CMA), as an alternative to road salt. Studies have shown that CMA can be as effective as salt in keeping snow from packing on the road surface while being less corrosive.
The new technology uses upconversion to create visible light when struck by infrared laser beams, allowing for true three-dimensional color images. The implications are vast, with potential applications in medicine, air traffic control, and engineering.