Biomaterials
Shellfish inspire chemists to develop stronger, more sustainable adhesives
Purdue University’s Jonathan Wilker studies the natural underwater adhesion of animals like shellfish to develop adhesives that are strong, sustainable, are made from food products and work underwater.
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Basaltex reveals basalt fiber milestone for use in rail carriage interiors
Testing and development of basalt fiber, bioresin and rPET combo achieves rigidity, fire resistance and lightweight properties that meet railway application standards.
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Natural fiber composite wheelchair seat design aims for sustainable mobility
The National Composites Centre and Motivation provide an easily manufactured, locally sourced mobility solution for disabled people in developing countries.
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Hypetex invests in composite manufacturing sustainability
U.K.-based manufacturer joins with SustainableX to address the negative ecological effects of post-process painting of composite components and find more sustainable solutions.
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Renewable Materials Conference 2021 announces innovation award winners
Three winning innovations include a hemp fiber and thermoset bioresin chair collection, PET bottles made from enzymatically recycled textile waste and CO2-based household cleaners.
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Bercella, Formula Seven target motorsport innovation with natural fiber composite developments
AmpliTex flax fiber used to develop Formula SAE single-seater racing seat for better resistance, vibration absorption and reduced environmental impact.
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Advanced biocomposite technologies nominated for “Renewable Material of the Year” Innovation Award
Six nominees chosen for Renewable Materials Conference award, including India-based Malai Biomaterials Design for its plant leather biocomposite, and Netherlands-based Vepa and Plantics’ hemp chair.
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NatureWorks Ingeo 3D700 biopolymer reduces LSAM warpage, minimizes print failures
Testing by NatureWorks’ global partners demonstrates a shrink rate less than 0.25% in printed parts and obtainable lower print temperatures due to optimized melt viscosity and microstructure.
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Sicomin launches FireGreen 37 fire-retardant, bio-epoxy laminating resin system
More sustainable formulation features 25% plant-based carbon content, a halogen-free chemistry and has been optimized for hand laminating processes.
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AIMPLAS develops pultruded bio-based profiles for rural and urban development
European BASAJAUN project to optimize sustainable urban development and improve the rural economy via novel bio-based materials, products and building systems.
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