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01/27/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Could bioplastics be a more sustainable option for 3D printed buildings?
Although the construction industry is adopting 3D printing techniques, old-fashioned concrete remains the building material of choice. But experts believe bioplastics will eventually usurp concrete due to their greater sustainability. Zoubeir Lafhaj of the École Centrale de Lille (ECL) explained that 3D printing is one of the pillars of the current industrial revolution. He predicted […]
01/09/2019
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By Edsel Cook
Biodegradable, compostable polymer films show promise for developing more eco-friendly packaging materials
German researchers recently unveiled the latest class of bioplastics that will help reduce the veritable mountains of plastic packaging waste. An Alpha Galileo article stated that the new biodegradable polymers would be durable enough to protect food and other products from the elements, while also being biodegradable in compost conditions. The new plastics are called […]
12/25/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Researchers develop a nanoporous material capable of storing information using less energy
An article in the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona Newsroom reported on an efficient new data storage material that requires much less energy and generates far less heat than current technology. Once it is refined, it could lead to energy-efficient data servers that do not need freezing temperatures. Most electronic devices store data in magnetic memories. A device can add, alter, or remove […]
12/14/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Some supernova explosions produce large quantities of manganese and nickel
Much of the iron, manganese, and nickel found in the universe come from a specific type of supernova. This supernova starts out as a white dwarf star in a binary system. The carbon-oxygen star detonates right before it reaches the maximum amount of mass it can control. This maximum mass value is called the Chandrasekhar mass. […]
12/14/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Scientists suggest that bacteria could survive in salt environments on Mars and Pluto
Bacteria are incredibly hardy little critters. They can survive and thrive in the most remote, hostile, and unimaginable environments. And if an international group of researchers is to be believed, bacteria could also be lurking in the salty areas of moons and planets in our Solar System. Recent discoveries in Mars, Jupiter’s moon Europa, and […]
12/13/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Real-life adamantium? Scientists identify a metal alloy that can withstand ultra-high pressure and temperature
A newly developed metal alloy is the closest thing humans have ever come to creating the fictional element adamantium. Its Japanese developers have described it as the perfect material for withstanding the ultra-high heat and pressure of jet engines, gas turbines, and other power generation systems. Bearing the lengthy name of titanium carbide-reinforced, molybdenum-silicon-boron alloy […]
12/13/2018
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By Edsel Cook
New study shows evidence that ancient Mars could have supported underground microbial life
The surface of Mars might be barren today, but conditions underground could have been hospitable for alien life in the distant past. Researchers are now theorizing that there was enough hydrogen dissolved in the ground that could have sustained certain types of microbes. This finding is based on similar subterranean conditions on Earth. These subsurface […]
12/10/2018
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By Edsel Cook
New anti-frosting surface keeps windows 90% dry and frost-free indefinitely without any chemicals or energy inputs
Winter is coming. But this may be the last time that it can drape frost and ice over any unprotected surface. A Science Daily article brought up the debut of the very first passive anti-frosting surface, which can prevent the buildup of ice without using chemicals or electricity. Developed by Virginia Tech (VT) researchers, the […]
12/06/2018
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By Edsel Cook
“Solar flow battery” soaks up sunlight and stores it as energy for on-demand use
A joint effort between American and Saudi Arabian researchers produced a gadget that combines the functions of a battery and a solar cell. They reported that their “solar flow battery” can absorb sunlight, convert it into chemical energy, and hold the energy until there is need for it. The Science Daily article explained that the […]
12/03/2018
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By Edsel Cook
Irish researchers detail a potential solution for tackling plastic waste
Every day, the average American churns out a lot of plastic garbage that takes forever to decay. Over time, the nearly-indestructible waste piles up and contaminates the surroundings, causing serious harm to the environment and human health. This prompted Irish researchers to look for a way to manage the ever-growing mountains of plastic waste we […]
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