Written by Travis Parkman, Product Specialist Mechanical EIT Rubber can sustain large reversible deformations and is typically used in belts, hoses, seals and, of course, tires. These applications involve a continuous...
Read MoreAbstract: This study aimed to develop new rigid polyurethane foams (RPUFs) for thermal insulation based on kraft lignin, the main by-product of the pulp and paper industry. Crude lignin-based polyol (LBP) was obtained...
Read MoreGeopolymerization is an emerging technology which utilizes solid aluminosilicate raw materials that are easily soluble in caustic solutions, in order to produce inorganic polymers with excellent physical, mechanical and...
Read MoreThe low thermal conductivity of organic phase change materials (PCMs) hinders their usage for energy storage purposes. We demonstrate a compact PCM-based thermal battery that employs three-dimensional (3D) printed metal...
Read MoreAbstract: Polyvinyl chloride plastic (PVC) and glass waste have proven to be significant environmental concerns considering their restricted reuse and complicated recycling procedures. Glass and PVC waste materials form...
Read MoreCopper/epoxy (Cu/epoxy) composite is a kind of important thermal management material due to its high thermal conductivity, excellent mechanical robustness and low cost. However, susceptibility of Cu to oxygen and high...
Read MorePaper Highlights Bio-based PCM composites were prepared to increase thermal conductivity. Bio-based PCM composites showed good dispersion and compatibility. Carbon nanomaterials led to increase the...
Read MoreAbstract: With the commitment to reducing environmental impact, bio-based and biodegradable aerogels may be one approach when looking for greener solutions with similar attributes to current foam-like materials. This...
Read MoreAbstract: Carbon-red mud foam/paraffin hybrid materials were prepared and studied for their thermal energy storage and electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding properties. The host matrices were prepared utilizing...
Read More