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Nano-Scaled Crystal Linkers Join Un-Joinable Silicone and Teflon

Researchers at the Kiel University have developed a new technology that can join Teflon and silicone. Passive nano-scaled crystal linkers are employed as staples to join these two “un-joinable materials”.

27 Aug 2012

MIT Researchers Develop Stable Nanocrystalline Metals

Most metals, irrespective of their application, are composed of crystals or orderly, repetitive arrangements of molecules. The performance of the metals is largely determined by the size of the crystals.

From Massachusetts Institute of Technology 27 Aug 2012

Synthesis of Inorganic Nanocrystals Paves Way to Design Highly Stable Solar Panels

The poor durability of light absorbing materials is one of the reasons that hinder the wide adoption of solar energy because they often degrade or overheat over time. To address these challenges, a research team comprising Dr. Mikhail Zamkov of Bowling Green State University and colleagues has developed a technique to produce two inorganic nanocrystals that demonstrate better durability when compared to organic materials.

24 Aug 2012

Researchers Quantify Health Impact of Nanofibers

Researchers at University of Edinburgh have quantified the health impact of nanofibers, paving the way to reduce health risks faced by people working with these small fibers utilized in manufacturing industries.

24 Aug 2012

MIT Researchers Produce Electronic Components from Graphene-Like Molybdenum Disulfide

The discovery of graphene, a material just one atom thick and
possessing exceptional strength and other novel properties, started an
avalanche of research around its use for everything from electronics to
optics to structural materials. But new research suggests that was just
the beginning: A whole family of two-dimensional materials may open up
even broader possibilities for applications that could change many
aspects of modern life.

From Massachusetts Institute of Technology 23 Aug 2012

University of Limerick Researchers Apply Nanotechnology to Develop Large Scale Solar Power Solution

Research led by the Materials and Surface Science Institute (MSSI) at the University of Limerick has developed a cost effective solution to generate innovative solar energy conversion materials.

23 Aug 2012

Nanomaterials Power Self-Charging Cell

A novel self-charging power cell that has the ability to convert and store energy has been developed by researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology. The hybrid generator-storage cell directly converts mechanical energy to chemical energy. When compared to other systems that use separate batteries and generators, the new cell makes better utilization of mechanical energy.

From Georgia Institute of Technology 23 Aug 2012

New Graphene Anode Material Helps Develop High-Power Density Li-Ion Batteries

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute researchers have created a novel graphene anode material that is chargeable and dischargeable at a rate tenfold quicker than traditional graphite anodes utilized in present rechargeable lithium (Li)-ion batteries, without any considerable energy density loss.

From Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 22 Aug 2012

Grafoid, CVD Equipment to Develop New Catalyst Material from Graphene and Carbon Nanotubes

Focus Graphite has reported that Grafoid and CVD Equipment have entered into a one-year Joint Intellectual Property Development Agreement. Focus Graphite has a 40% stake in Grafoid.

22 Aug 2012

Caribbean Marketplace Renovation Project to Use Industrial Nanotech’s Nansulate Coatings

Industrial Nanotech, a provider of energy conserving solutions based on nanotechnology, has reported that its patented Nansulate translucent thermal insulation and protective coating will be utilized for skylight insulation in the recently awarded Caribbean Marketplace Renovation Project. The City of Miami is undertaking the renovation project.

From Industrial Nanotech, Inc. 22 Aug 2012