Deviations in the reported ionic conductivity of nominally identical ceramic electrolytes can be attributed in part to differences in the measurement and analysis methods used. Researchers in Germany developed a harmonized testing procedure that facilitates reliable assessment of errors that are due to inherent sample properties rather than analysis-related choices.
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First underground warren for disposing of spent nuclear fuel, Rare earth giant’s new international trade unit eyes deeper industry integration, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for July 4, 2022.
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Computer-based methods aid in identification, classification, and reconstruction of ancient artifacts. A recent review paper outlines the strengths and weaknesses of current state-of-the-art computer-based methods for analyzing archaeological pottery.
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Though glass bottles have numerous advantages over plastic bottles, they lack the squeezability factor to easily eject their contents. Two entrepreneurs in the U.K. designed a silicon rubber attachment for glass bottles that gives them the squeezability factor.
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Boron nitride nanotube fibers get real, world’s largest liquid mirror telescope, and other materials stories that may be of interest for June 29, 2022.
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Wyoming Innovation Center opens in Gillette, NIST establishes Low Carbon Cements and Concretes Consortium, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for June 27, 2022.
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Mining rare earth ores is only the first step in securing the rare earths supply chain. These ores must undergo refining processes, and China controls nearly all of the world’s rare earth processing facilities. Two U.S. mining companies, MP Materials and USA Rare Earth, plan to open domestic rare earth processing facilities within the next year.
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Exfoliate hBN nanosheets, automate semiconductor research, and other materials stories that may be of interest for June 22, 2022.
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Chemical storage offers a potentially easier way to transport hydrogen, but there is room to improve the way in which hydrogen is extracted from the carrier compound. Researchers led by CoorsTek Membrane Sciences designed a new electrochemical membrane reactor that achieves more than 99% hydrogen extraction efficacy.
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Sefpro forges glass partnership with Chinese refractory group, DOE previews $8 billion hydrogen hub program, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for June 20, 2022.
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