Capillary stamping of micro-/nanometer scale replica patterns as a potential tool for the design and fabrication of small electronics
Special Issue Bimetallic Nanomaterials
Recent developments and perspectives on bimetallic nanomaterials highlighted in Particle & Particle Systems Characterization.
Evaluating Elastomer Thin Film Quality
Mechanical and electrical characterization of silicone-based dielectric elastomer films is used as a means to evaluate the homogeneity of the films.
Progressive Damage Behaviour of Braided Carbon/Carbon Composites
Finite element models with random void defects are constructed to analyze the progressive damage behaviour of C/C braided composites subjected to uniaxial tension.
Interview: Advances in Hydrogen Storage Technologies
Interview with Dr. Karsten Müller and Timo Rüde of the Friedrich-Alexander-Universität Erlangen-Nürnberg, Germany about their recent work on liquid organic hydrogen carrier (LOHC) systems and the recent Special Issue of Energy Technology on Hydogen Storage Materials, Carriers, and Processes.
Combining Carbon Fiber and Additive Manufacturing
RapidFit introduces a modular system based on 3D Printing for faster time-to-market and lasting cost reductions in automobile development.
Fire Retardant Binary Network Aerogels
A novel binary network phenolic–silica aerogel that is fire-retardant, potential use as insulation material in buildings.
Magnetic Helical Microswimmers
The fabrication of microhelices with semi-hard-magnetic characteristics using template-assisted electroforming is reported.
Tiny Structures with Huge Impact
Material scientists shape the surface of tiny, curved carbon fibres tailoring the materials’ properties in a spectacuar way.
Tannins: An Environmentally-Friendly Ingredient for the Plastics Industry
Tannin, an organic substance present in some seeds, barks, and other plant tissues, could hold the key to more sustainable and eco-friendly plastics manufacturing.