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Nano-alumina enhances ultra-high performance cement

Posted On: 2024-10-28

The superior compressive strength of ultra-high performance cement (UHPC) compared to regular concrete makes it ideal for various critical applications, such as bridges, ultra-high-rise buildings, and areas prone to seismic...
World's first micromachine twists 2D materials at will

Posted On: 2024-10-28

Researchers have discovered that changing the angle between two layers of graphene, an atom-thick sheet of carbon, also changed the material's electronic and optical properties. They learned that a "twist"...
Scientists achieve rapid upcycling of microplastics to graphene

Posted On: 2024-10-28

Nano- and micro-plastics are notorious for their non-degradable and insoluble nature in water, and are an evolving threat to fish, animals, and humans. However, plastic waste can be transformed into...
Cement and concrete companies leading the net-zero transition

Posted On: 2024-10-10

The cement and concrete industry is a massive contributor to climate change, responsible for 8 percent of carbon dioxide emissions worldwide. After years of research and development spurred by federal...
Superlubricity study shows a frictionless state can be achieved at macroscale

Posted On: 2024-08-30

A new study shows that superlubricity—a state with virtually no friction that was once believed to only be achievable at nanoscale—can now be maintained at macroscale for extended time periods,...
Researchers fabricate ultrastrong aluminum alloys for additive manufacturing

Posted On: 2024-08-30

Material engineers have created a process to develop ultrahigh-strength aluminum alloys that are suitable for additive manufacturing because of their plastic deformability. Most commercially available high-strength aluminum alloys cannot be...
Biodegradable aerogel: airy cellulose from a 3D printer

Posted On: 2024-08-16

At first glance, biodegradable materials, inks for 3D printing, and aerogels don't seem to have much in common. All three have great potential for the future: "green" materials do not...
A single atom layer of gold - researchers create goldene

Posted On: 2024-08-16

For the first time, scientists have managed to create sheets of gold only a single atom layer thick, termed goldene. This has given gold new properties that can make it...
'Nano stitches' enable lighter and tougher composite materials

Posted On: 2024-08-16

Engineers are looking to build lighter, stronger airplanes out of high-performance fibers that are embedded in polymer sheets, which can be stacked and pressed into extremely lightweight and durable structures....
A new fullertube molecule is found

Posted On: 2024-08-02

For years, "fullertubes" — tube shaped molecules made up of 130 carbon atoms — have existed only in theory. Now, an international team of scientists has successfully shown them in...
New method enables synthesis of hundreds of new 2D materials

Posted On: 2024-08-02

Since the discovery of graphene, the field of research in extremely thin materials, so-called 2D materials, has increased exponentially. 2D materials have a large surface area in relation to their...
How are clays enhancing low-carbon 3D printed concrete?

Posted On: 2024-08-02

Concrete 3D printing is an innovative technology that reduces material waste, increases construction speed, and enables the creation of complex and customized shapes, which are difficult to realize with conventional...
3D printed nanocellulose upscaled for green architectural applications

Posted On: 2024-06-10

A hydrogel material made of nanocellulose and algae has been tested as an alternative, greener architectural material. The material can be 3D printed into a wide array of architectural components,...
Scientists manufacture a surface that has virucidal properties but does not use any chemicals

Posted On: 2024-05-10

A team of researchers has designed and manufactured a surface that uses mechanical means to mitigate the infectious potential of viruses. Made of silicon, the artificial surface consists of a...
Coal-based product could replace sand in concrete

Posted On: 2024-05-10

A new study found that graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement for sand...
Researchers develop novel graphene coating that converts waste heat into electrical energy

Posted On: 2024-05-02

Researchers have found that highly conductive graphene sheets can be used to enable thermoelectric capture, advancing the possibility of cheap, sustainable technologies for heat capture and conversion. Although densely packed...
Nano-thin 'liquid-like' coatings may pave the way for a 'self-cleaning' world

Posted On: 2024-05-02

Oil molecules can retain their 'liquid-like' properties when they are chemically attached as an extremely thin layer to solid surfaces, opening new possibilities for designing sustainable materials with non-stick characteristics....
Researchers use new new cobalt-modified nano material to make fuel cells more robust, sustainable

Posted On: 2024-04-25

There is an urgent need to address climate change, making the development of sustainable energy alternatives more important than ever. While proton-exchange membrane fuel cells (PEMFCs) have shown great promise...
Harvesting more solar energy with two-dimensional supercrystals

Posted On: 2024-04-25

Researchers are developing "plasmonic nanostructures" that can be used to concentrate solar energy. These nanostructures are two-dimensional supercrystals made from gold and platinum that generate hydrogen from formic acid with...
Using 'waste' product from recent NASA research, scientists create transformative nanomaterials

Posted On: 2024-04-25

Using resources and techniques currently applied on the International Space Station and by NASA, researchers are investigating the potential of nanomaterials for energy production and building materials on Mars. Taking...
Harnessing molecular power: electricity generation on the nanoscale

Posted On: 2024-04-18

Wave energy technology is a proven source of power generation, there is power inherent in every molecule of liquid on Earth, even when the liquid is at rest. At the...
Move over carbon, the nanotube family just got bigger

Posted On: 2024-04-18

The carbon nanotube is made by rolling up an atomically thin sheet of carbon atoms. It has exceptional mechanical strength and electrical conductivity. Now, a team has come up with...
Researchers use graphene to recycle concrete

Posted On: 2024-04-18

Researchers are developing a way to recycle old broken concrete to produce a strong, durable and workable concrete using graphene. A weak graphene solution on recycled aggregates produces concrete potentially...
Roger Bullivant signs development deal with graphene-enhanced concrete start-up

Posted On: 2024-04-04

Concretene uses graphene to improve the mechanical performance of concrete by improving its compressive, tensile and flexural strength and durability. It thus allows for reductions in embodied carbon, the amount...
Rice study shows coal-based product could replace sand in concrete

Posted On: 2024-04-04

The world’s reliance on concrete, the second most consumed material after water, is leading to an environmental and resource crisis, with sand mining rates outstripping natural replenishment. Now, graphene derived...
Chameleon-inspired coating could cool and warm buildings through the seasons

Posted On: 2024-04-02

Traditional heating and cooling systems are energy-intensive, and because they typically run on fossil fuels, they aren't sustainable. By mimicking a desert-dwelling chameleon, a team reported an energy-efficient, cost-effective coating....
Rice team produce hydrogen and graphene from waste plastic at zero net cost

Posted On: 2024-04-02

Rice University researchers have found a way to harvest hydrogen and graphene from plastic waste using a low-emissions method that could more than pay for itself. By comparison, ‘green’ hydrogen...
Toward crack-resistant nanoparticle-based latex films

Posted On: 2024-03-18

Synthetic polymer materials, such as plastics and rubbers, have become ubiquitous in our daily lives. This is especially true for synthetic latex films, a type of nanoparticle-based films that are...
Laser treatment found to boost battery performance

Posted On: 2024-03-18

As the world transitions to renewable power sources such as solar and wind, there is a growing need for high-performance rechargeable batteries to store the energy generated by this intermittent...
Team creates power generator that runs on natural atmospheric humidity

Posted On: 2024-03-11

A research team has created a power generator that collects natural atmospheric humidity and produces continuous electrical signals. This is the first humidity generator designed using a nano-sized material called...
Cleaning water with 'smart rust' and magnets

Posted On: 2024-03-11

Pouring flecks of rust into water usually makes it dirtier. But researchers have developed special iron oxide nanoparticles they call "smart rust" that actually makes it cleaner. Smart rust can...
Chemically bonded multi-nanolayer aerogel for thermal superinsulation

Posted On: 2024-02-13

Thermal superinsulation materials with low thermal conductivities are essential for protection under extreme conditions. These materials are particularly required in fields including aerospace, mechanical, and thermal power engineering, which need...
Coal-based product could replace sand in concrete

Posted On: 2024-02-05

Graphene derived from metallurgical coke, a coal-based product, could serve not only as a reinforcing additive in cement but also as a replacement for sand in concrete. Concrete made using...
Superlubricity coating could reduce economic losses from friction and wear

Posted On: 2024-01-19

Scientists at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory have invented a coating that could dramatically reduce friction in common load-bearing systems with moving parts, from vehicle drive trains...
Creating eco-friendly materials by combining cellulose nanofibers and pineapple leaf fibers in epoxy composites

Posted On: 2024-01-19

Scientists found that incredibly tiny fibers known as cellulose nanofibers can make materials stronger and more flexible when mixed into composites using long fibers from pineapple leaves and epoxy.
Converting agricultural waste into a material that cleans the air

Posted On: 2024-01-19

The University of Cordoba has developed a biodegradable material, made with nanocellulose agricultural waste and photocatalytic particles, for the efficient decontamination of urban air.
Thermal paint: MXene spray coating can harness infrared radiation for heating or cooling

Posted On: 2024-01-05

A thin coating of MXene - a type of two-dimensional nanomaterial - could enhance a material's ability to trap or shed heat. The discovery, which is tied to MXene's ability...
Study provides crucial insights on designing efficient nanofilters

Posted On: 2024-01-05

Molecular strainers are used in plastic, fuel and pharmaceutical industries to separate and purify small molecules, a step essential for manufacture of many products. Until recently, it was very challenging...
In quest to prevent debilitating traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), new foam material rises to the top

Posted On: 2024-01-04

Developed by University of Wisconsin-Madison engineers, the new material—a vertically aligned carbon nanotube foam—can dissipate an enormous amount of rotational kinetic energy from an impact. And as a helmet lining...
Exploring a novel way to convert heat to electricity

Posted On: 2023-12-01

Researchers have fabricated a novel device that could dramatically boost the conversion of heat into electricity: a thin silicon membrane covered with nanopillars—standing columns of material no more than a...
Photocatalytic concrete for clean air in underground tunnels

Posted On: 2023-12-01

The air quality in underground road tunnels tends to be worse than in other road environments due to the poor air circulation. To address this issue, researchers at the Korea...
Mosquito bite prevention with cellulose nano crystals

Posted On: 2023-10-13

Mosquitos spread potentially fatal diseases affecting humans, including malaria, zika, chikungunya, and yellow fever — making mosquitoes the deadliest animals on Earth. However, treating cellulose with sulfuric acid prompts it...
'Nano inks' could passively control temperature in buildings, cars

Posted On: 2023-10-13

World-first 'phase change inks' that could transform how we heat and cool buildings, homes and cars—to achieve sophisticated 'passive climate' control—have been developed, with enormous potential to help reduce energy...
Protective gloves heat up to kill viruses, keep wearer's skin safe

Posted On: 2023-09-27

A material that reaches 100 °C on one side while staying cool on the other could cut the waste created by the use of disposable personal protective equipment (PPE) such...
Cracking the concrete code: New research develops self-sensing metamaterial concrete for smart infrastructure systems

Posted On: 2023-08-02

Concrete is the most used material in the construction industry and dates to the Roman Empire. Engineers at the University of Pittsburgh are now reimagining its design for the 21st...
Nanowires in carbon nanotubes have huge solar energy applications

Posted On: 2023-08-02

Tiny materials one hundred thousand times smaller than the width of a strand of hair could be used to improve solar cell technology. Materials as small as 1.2 nanometers across...
Colorful films could help buildings, cars keep their cool

Posted On: 2023-08-02

Scientists report an eco-friendly alternative to air conditioning — a plant-based film that gets cooler when exposed to sunlight and comes in a variety of textures and bright, iridescent colors....
Knots smaller than human hair make materials unusually tough

Posted On: 2023-07-23

In the latest advance in nano- and micro-architected materials, engineers have developed a new material made from numerous interconnected microscale knots. The knots make the material far tougher than identically...
Researchers create world's first energy-saving paint - inspired by butterflies

Posted On: 2023-07-03

Researchers have created the first environmentally friendly, large-scale and multicolor alternative to pigment-based colorants. The research group innovated a plasmonic paint, which utilizes nanoscale structural arrangement of colorless materials—aluminum and...
Treatment creates steel alloys with superior strength and plasticity

Posted On: 2023-06-29

A new treatment tested on a high-quality steel alloy produces extraordinary strength and plasticity, two traits that must typically be balanced rather than combined. A cross-section of the sample shows...
Nanomaterial boosts potency of coronavirus disinfectants

Posted On: 2023-05-14

The use of peroxide-based disinfectants has grown with the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet, the extensive use of chemical disinfectants to kill viruses and other pathogens can also threaten...
Anti-dust tech paves way for self-cleaning surfaces

Posted On: 2023-05-14

Researchers have developed a new method to keep dust from sticking to surfaces. The result is the ability to make many types of materials dust resistant, from spacecraft to solar...
Researchers enhance durability of low-cost solar cells made from nano-sized crystals

Posted On: 2023-05-14

An international team of researchers has developed a new technique to enhance the durability of inverted perovskite solar cells—an important step toward commercialization of an emerging photovoltaic technology that could...
Development of cost-effective and strong composite carbon fiber using carbon nanotubes

Posted On: 2023-04-04

Carbon nanotubes are a novel material that is 100 times stronger than steel while only one-fourth its weight and has electrical conductivity as high as that of copper. If fibers...
Nanoparticles self-assemble to harvest solar energy

Posted On: 2023-04-04

Solar-thermal technology is a promising, environmentally friendly energy harvesting method with a potential role to play in solving the fossil fuel energy crisis. The technology transforms sunlight into thermal energy....
'Flash Joule' technique efficiently turns would-be pollution into valuable nanomaterials

Posted On: 2023-03-03

The amount of plastic waste produced globally has doubled over the past two decades, and plastic production is expected to triple by 2050, with most of it ending up in...
Silver nanoparticles show promise in fighting antibiotic-resistant bacteria

Posted On: 2023-03-03

In a new study, scientists with the University of Florida have found that a combination of silver nanoparticles and antibiotics is effective against antibiotic-resistant bacteria. The researchers hope to turn...
Chemists cook up brand-new kind of nanomaterial

Posted On: 2023-02-13

There's a new nanomaterial on the block. University of Oregon chemists have found a way to make carbon-based molecules with a unique structural feature: interlocking rings. That makes them potentially...
Versarien's graphene-enhanced cement for 3D printing applications

Posted On: 2023-01-20

Yesterday, Versarien's CEO unveiled the world’s first building printed with Cementene™ at the company's production facilities in the UK. This milestone project is the world’s first 3D-printed product with a...
Nanostructured ceramic coatings do not fatigue

Posted On: 2022-12-10

Extremely thin ceramic coatings can completely change the properties of technical components. Coatings are used, for example, to increase the resistance of metals to heat or corrosion. Ceramic layers break...
Researchers turn asphaltene into graphene for composites

Posted On: 2022-12-10

Asphaltenes, a byproduct of crude oil production, are a waste material with potential. A unique flash Joule heating process converts asphaltenes into loosely aligned graphene that can be mixed into...
The surprising thermal properties of cellulose nanofibers

Posted On: 2022-12-09

Plant-derived materials such as cellulose often exhibit thermally insulating properties. A new material made from nanoscale cellulose fibers shows the reverse, high thermal conductivity. This makes it useful in areas...
These cellulose nanofibers might be an alternative to petroleum-based plastics

Posted On: 2022-12-03

Single-use plastics have saved many lives by improving sanitation in health care. However, the sheer quantity of plastic waste is a global pollution scourge. But now, researchers have developed exceptionally...
Heat-resistant nanophotonic material could help turn heat into electricity

Posted On: 2022-11-18

A new nanophotonic material has broken records for high-temperature stability, potentially ushering in more efficient electricity production and opening a variety of new possibilities in the control and conversion of...
New phases of water detected

Posted On: 2022-11-13

Scientists have discovered that water in a one-molecule layer acts like neither a liquid nor a solid, and that it becomes highly conductive at high pressures. When water is compressed...
Tiny motors take a big step forward

Posted On: 2022-11-13

Tiny motors could power a network of nanomachines and replace some of the power sources we use in devices today. The University of Texas at Austin created the first ever...
Optimum MgO nanofiller for nano-reinforced concrete identified

Posted On: 2022-10-21

Concrete mixes are susceptible to fractures as they are generally semi-brittle. Incorporating nanomaterials in concrete mixtures is being hailed as the solution to these problems. When the dosage was kept...
Developing coating materials that could make windows better insulators

Posted On: 2022-10-21

A metal nanocomposite coating that improves the insulating properties of window glasses has been fabricated. The new coating prevents a significant portion of near-infrared (NIR) and ultraviolet rays (UV) from...
Researchers find novel 'nano killers' for sterilization and antifouling

Posted On: 2022-10-21

Sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB), an anaerobic bacterium, has long been considered the main culprit in causing corrosion failure of metal materials. Researchers have constructed a rapid and efficient anaerobic bacterial sterilization...
Shrimp shells harnessed to strengthen cement

Posted On: 2022-09-30

Shrimp shell nanoparticles have been added to cement to make the material 40 per cent stronger, an advance that could lead to reduced seafood waste and lower carbon emissions from...
Can nanotechnology help to advance architecture?

Posted On: 2022-09-16

Incorporating hybrids such as carbon nanotubes and titanium dioxide as nanoparticles can effectively improve the mechanical properties of many construction materials. The potential of nanostructures to repair damaged structural surfaces...
Nanoparticles made from industrial waste remove water pollutants

Posted On: 2022-09-16

Due to their harmful and toxic impacts on many living things, metal ions such as chromium (VI) in industrial wastewater are becoming a major environmental concern. A recent study tackles...
Strain-sensing smart skin ready to deploy

Posted On: 2022-09-09

A strain-sensing smart skin developed at Rice University that uses very small structures, carbon nanotubes, to monitor and detect damage in large structures is ready for prime time. The multilayered...
Future smart homes could be powered with electronics built on stones

Posted On: 2022-09-02

Stones, such as marble and granite, are natural, eco-friendly materials that many people building or renovating houses already use. Now, in a step toward integrating energy storage with these materials,...
New aerogel maintains functionality, superelasticity at extreme temperatures

Posted On: 2022-09-02

Aerogel materials serve a vital role as protective materials needed for many fields, including as electromagnetic interference shielding material for 5G technology, thermally insulating material in high-rise buildings and infrared...
Nanoparticles can save historic buildings made from porous rock

Posted On: 2022-08-08

Many historical buildings were built of sandstone. Sandstone is easy to work with, but does not withstand weathering. It consists of sand grains that are relatively weakly bonded to each...
Keeping buildings cooler with a wood-based foam

Posted On: 2022-07-22

Researchers have designed a lightweight foam made from wood-based cellulose nanocrystals that reflects sunlight, emits absorbed heat and is thermally insulating. They suggest that the material could reduce buildings' cooling...
Improving asphalt road pavement using engineered nano mineral composites

Posted On: 2022-07-22

A novel and eco-friendly nano asphalt binder significantly reduces energy consumption while simultaneously minimizing vapors and greenhouse gas emissions during the production of asphalt mixtures. Engineered clay/fumed silica nanocomposites can...
Nanotechnology creates new lightweight suits for firefighters

Posted On: 2022-07-08

Researchers are developing a new highly protective nano-material they believe will produce light-weight safety suits that are perfect for firefighters. The technology involves the use of super-thin nanosheets made from...
A 'greener' way to clean wastewater treatment filters

Posted On: 2022-07-08

Membrane filters don't require much energy to purify water, making them popular for wastewater treatment. They're commonly cleaned with large amounts of strong chemicals, but some of these destroy the...
New plant-derived composite is tough as bone and hard as aluminum

Posted On: 2022-07-01

A single wood cell wall is constructed from fibers of cellulose - nature's most abundant polymer. Within each fiber are reinforcing cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs), which are chains of organic polymers...
Tackling water shortages through graphene-based nanofiltration

Posted On: 2022-07-01

Elevated filtration techniques are crucial for solving water shortages and contamination. Membrane filtration has been extensively utilized in the purification of wastewater and seawater distillation as a cost-effective water treatment...
Raffia nanofibrillated cellulose - an eco-friendly housing solution

Posted On: 2022-07-01

Because of its distinctive features, nanosized cellulose synthesis and use as a support in building materials have attracted a lot of interest. Incorporating cellulose fiber into an industrial composite has...
Sealants made from nanomaterials could make concrete more durable

Posted On: 2022-02-16

Many state transportation departments use topical sealers to protect bridges and other concrete structures from melting snow, rain and salt. Those products can help, but as is often the case...
Concrete to conduct electrical currents

Posted On: 2022-02-16

Graphene Flagship partner Italcelmenti have developed graphene-enhanced concrete, capable of conducting electricity. This material could find an array of applications, from indoor heating to outdoor deicing, and even futuristic sensing...
Nano Matters: Using Nanotechnology to Make Concrete Stronger and More Durable

Posted On: 2022-02-08

In this episode of the “Nano Matters” podcast, Ange Akono, Assistant Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Northwestern University, discusses how she and her team use various nanomaterials to...
Nanoscale window coating could help reduce energy costs

Posted On: 2022-02-04

Double-pane windows, which sandwich a layer of insulating air, can offer improved energy efficiency over single-pane windows, but replacing existing single-pane windows can be expensive or technically challenging. A more...
Maize and milk proteins can replace fossil fuels and metals in the production of nanostructured surfaces

Posted On: 2022-02-04

Nanotechnology products are of great benefit to society and it is highly likely that the demand will increase in the future. Therefore, it is very important that these can be...
Electrifying: New cement makes concrete generate electricity

Posted On: 2022-02-01

A cement-based composite can be used in concrete to make structures that generate and store electricity through exposure to external mechanical energy sources like footsteps, wind, rain and waves.
New nanocomposite improves solar evaporation for water purification

Posted On: 2022-01-21

Global drinking water scarcity is a severe problem for humans. Water purification consumes a large amount of fossil energy and generates secondary pollution. Researchers have developed an ultra-stable amorphous Ta2O5/C...
Webinar - How Graphene is used in Cement and Concrete

Posted On: 2022-01-20

The reduction of CO2 related to the production and use of cement and concrete is a major global objective. Learn how graphene is being used in cement and concrete applications...
Tube-in-tube structure going strong

Posted On: 2022-01-07

Similar to grass stems, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientists have created nanostrut-connected tube-in-tubes that enable stronger low-density structural materials. Porous ultralow-density materials have many emerging applications, such as mechanical...
Carbon nanotube-based sensor can detect SARS-CoV-2 proteins

Posted On: 2022-01-07

Using specialized carbon nanotubes, MIT engineers have designed a novel sensor that can detect SARS-CoV-2 without any antibodies, giving a result within minutes. Their new sensor is based on technology...
Researchers develop 'virus-killing' air filtration system

Posted On: 2021-12-17

The prototype is equipped with ultra-thin carbon nanotube electrically conductive membranes. This new conductive filtration membrane enables simultaneous virus filtration and sanitisation by thermal flashes via resistive heating to temperatures...
Carbon nanotubes could help electronics withstand outer space's harsh conditions

Posted On: 2021-12-17

To extend future missions, researchers show that transistors and circuits with carbon nanotubes can be configured to maintain their electrical properties and memory after being bombarded by high amounts of...
Smart material switches between heating and cooling in minutes

Posted On: 2021-12-17

Engineers have developed smart material technology that, with the flip of a switch, can alternate between harvesting heat from sunlight and allowing an object to cool. The window-like device has...
Silk modified to reflect sunlight keeps skin 12.5°C cooler than cotton

Posted On: 2021-11-12

Silk has been modified through the addition of nanoparticles to reflect 95% of sunlight, which means the material stays extra cool on a hot day. The engineered silk is comfortable...
A rare feat: Material protects against both biological and chemical threats

Posted On: 2021-11-12

Researchers have developed a versatile composite fabric that can deactivate both biological threats, such as the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, and chemical threats, such as those used in chemical...
Nanotwinned titanium forges path to sustainable manufacturing

Posted On: 2021-11-12

Titanium is strong and lightweight, boasting the highest strength to weight ratio of any structural metal. But processing it while maintaining a good balance of strength and ductility is challenging...
Solar cells with 30-year lifetimes for power-generating windows

Posted On: 2021-10-22

A new transparency-friendly solar cell design could marry high efficiencies with 30-year estimated lifetimes, research led by the University of Michigan has shown. It may pave the way for windows...
Pathway to forerunner of rugged nanotubes that could lead to widespread industrial fabrication

Posted On: 2021-10-22

Scientists have identified a chemical pathway to an innovative insulating nanomaterial that could lead to large-scale industrial production for a variety of uses – including in spacesuits and military vehicles.
The Texas National Guard just unveiled the largest 3D printed structure in North America

Posted On: 2021-10-22

The recent unveiling of an entire barracks building 3D-printed with concrete showed off the latest example of the U.S. military putting additive manufacturing to work.
Coal mining waste material more than 90 percent effective at removing heavy metal

Posted On: 2021-09-10

A low-value byproduct of the coal mining process is proving highly effective at helping reclaim the land and water used in mining, University of Alberta research shows. Nano humus, a...
Bio-based coating for wood outperforms traditional synthetic options

Posted On: 2021-07-23

Researchers have used lignin, a natural polymer abundant in wood and other plant sources, to create a safe, low-cost and high-performing coating for use in construction. As there is a...
New graphene-based aerogel could reduce aircraft engine noise

Posted On: 2021-07-16

The graphene oxide-polyvinyl alcohol aerogel weighs just 2.1kg per cubic meter, making it the lightest sound insulation material ever manufactured. The material is currently being further optimized by the research...
Tirupati Graphite develops 'ground-breaking' graphene-aluminium (Al-Gr) composite

Posted On: 2021-07-16

Tirupati Graphite has announced that its research center has developed a 'ground-breaking' graphene-aluminium (Al-Gr) composite, which reportedly exhibits significantly higher conductivity and strength properties over aluminium and could be used...
Ultralight material withstands supersonic microparticle impacts

Posted On: 2021-07-02

A new study by engineers at MIT, Caltech, and ETH Zürich shows that "nanoarchitected" materials -- materials designed from precisely patterned nanoscale structures -- may be a promising route to...
Improving asphalt road pavement with nano-engineered particles

Posted On: 2021-07-02

Warm mix asphalt (WMA) is gaining attention in the asphalt industry as an eco-friendly and sustainable technology. However, high moisture susceptibility and aging of asphalt make WMA less durable on...
Novel smart cement can be used to build more durable roads and cities

Posted On: 2021-07-02

Forces of nature have been outsmarting the materials we use to build our infrastructure since we started producing them. Engineers tackling this issue with smart materials typically enhance the function...
Solving a natural riddle of water filtration

Posted On: 2021-06-25

A team of researchers has found a way to replicate a natural process that moves water between cells, improving how we filter out salt and other elements to create clean...
The whitest paint is here — and it's the coolest. Literally.

Posted On: 2021-06-07

In an effort to curb global warming, Purdue University engineers have created the whitest paint yet. Coating buildings with this paint may one day cool them off enough to reduce...
National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO) Quarterly Newsletter: Spring 2021 Edition

Posted On: 2021-06-02

What's big in small science? Get the latest on nanotechnology commercialization, environmental health and safety, and upcoming events.
Finally, 3D-printed graphene aerogels for water treatment

Posted On: 2021-05-14

In a recent study, University at Buffalo engineers report a new process of 3D printing graphene aerogels for water treatment. In tests, the reconfigured aerogel removed certain heavy metals, such...
Electrifying cement with nanocarbon black

Posted On: 2021-05-14

A multiyear effort by MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) researchers, in collaboration with the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS), promises to make concrete more sustainable by adding novel...
Copper foam as a highly efficient, durable filter for reusable masks and air cleaners

Posted On: 2021-05-07

Researchers have transformed copper nanowires into metal foams that could be used in facemasks and air filtration systems. The foams filter efficiently, decontaminate easily for reuse and are recyclable.
Tires turned into graphene that makes stronger concrete

Posted On: 2021-05-07

Rice University scientists have optimized a process to convert waste from rubber tires into graphene that can, in turn, be used to strengthen concrete.
University of Houston to install nanotech-coated air filters on campus to prevent COVID-19 spread

Posted On: 2021-04-09

The University of Houston's Facilities/Construction Management Preventive Maintenance team is working on a project that will install air filters that are nanocoated with a material that was first developed for...
Team turns pyrolyzed ash into graphene for improving concrete, other compounds

Posted On: 2021-04-02

Pyrolyzed plastic ash is worthless, but perhaps not for long. The technique by the lab of Rice chemist James Tour turns it into turbostratic graphene flakes that can be directly...
Researchers construct molecular nanofibers that are stronger than steel

Posted On: 2021-04-02

MIT researchers have designed small molecules that spontaneously form nanoribbons when water is added. They discovered that the nanoribbons were unexpectedly sturdy—stronger than steel, in fact. Notably, Ortony's team showed...
Hunting out hidden hydrogen: Novel holey nanosheets for detecting hydrogen gas leaks

Posted On: 2021-03-19

While detectors for H2 leaks are available, they require high temperatures to operate, making them expensive, short-lived, and dangerous to use for detection of an explosive or flammable gas. A...
Graphene: The building block for sustainable cities

Posted On: 2021-03-01

Smart cities are seen as a way to make our urban environments much more efficient and greener through the adoption of digital technologies that can, for example, better integrate and...
New mix could double concrete's carbon uptake

Posted On: 2021-02-25

A research team at Purdue University discovered that adding small amounts of nano-titanium dioxide nearly doubles concrete’s absorption of the problematic greenhouse gas, carbon dioxide.
Scientists turn pineapple waste into high-value aerogels

Posted On: 2021-02-06

Commercial aerogels, used primarily for heat and sound insulation, are costly and the manufacturing process typically involves release of toxic levels of carbon. A new process uses pineapple leaf fibers...
New tech extracts potential to identify quality graphene cheaper and faster

Posted On: 2021-01-29

Engineers at Australia's Monash University have developed world-first technology that can help industry identify and export high quality graphene cheaper, faster and more accurately than current methods.
Researchers develop anti-bacterial graphene face masks

Posted On: 2021-01-29

A research team from City University of Hong Kong (CityU) has successfully produced graphene masks with an anti-bacterial efficiency of 80%, which can be enhanced to almost 100% with exposure...
New technique builds super-hard metals from nanoparticles

Posted On: 2021-01-25

Brown University researchers have shown a way to make bulk metals by smashing tiny metal nanoparticles together. Testing showed that the metals were up to four times harder than naturally...
Antiviral Coatings May Help Prevent Transmission of COVID-19

Posted On: 2021-01-08

Antimicrobial, or hygienic, coatings have been around for many years. They are extremely important today in light of the COVID-19 pandemic, because antimicrobial coatings are also used on the walls,...
Nanoengineered cement shows promise for sealing leaky gas wells

Posted On: 2021-01-04

Penn State researchers developed a new nanomaterial cement mixture to address a problem with natural gas wells. When these wells become damaged or degraded, methane can potentially escape into the...
Nanomaterials Enable Passive Dual-Mode Heating and Cooling Device

Posted On: 2020-12-07

Dual-mode device to heat and cool buildings could cut HVAC energy use by nearly 20% in the U.S.
CEMEX and Carbon Upcycling to Use Nanotechnology to Produce Low Emission Concrete

Posted On: 2020-11-04

The technology developed seeks to increase industrial by-products availability with cementitious qualities, like fly ash and slag, to produce concretes with a low CO2 footprint.
Tiny golden bullets could help tackle asbestos-related cancers

Posted On: 2020-10-30

Gold nanotubes – tiny hollow cylinders one thousandth the width of a human hair – could be used to treat mesothelioma, a type of cancer caused by exposure to asbestos,...
A titanate nanowire mask that can eliminate pathogens

Posted On: 2020-10-23

Filter “paper” made from titanium oxide nanowires is capable of trapping pathogens and destroying them with light. This discovery by an EPFL laboratory could be put to use in personal...
Cement-free concrete beats corrosion and gives fatbergs the flush

Posted On: 2020-10-01

Researchers from RMIT University have developed an eco-friendly zero-cement concrete, which all but eliminates corrosion.By-products of the manufacturing industry are key ingredients of the cement-less concrete – a zero cement...
Enhancing the performance of solar cells with 'graphene armor'

Posted On: 2020-09-11

Perovskite solar cells are the most promising candidate for the next generation of solar cells due to their low cost and high power conversion efficiency. Graphene can be inserted into these...
Nanotechnology powers new leak detection for buildings

Posted On: 2020-08-31

Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a tiny, new, battery-free sensor that uses nanotechnology to power itself and can detect water leaks in buildings and automatically send an...
Iowa State University researchers mix Janus nanoparticles with commercial paints

Posted On: 2020-08-31

Janus particles are engineered to have two surfaces. One type of Janus particle has a hydrophilic side (attracted to water) and a hydrophobic side (water repellant). Until recently, Janus particles...
Nanofiber masks can be sterilized multiple times without filter performance deterioration

Posted On: 2020-08-21

Both traditional (melt-blown) and nanofiber N95 mask filters have similar filtering performance at the time of first use, but after disinfecting and reusing, the nanofiber filter does not exhibit performance...
New research aims to create a surface coating that will kill COVID-19 on contact

Posted On: 2020-07-28

Researchers at the Waterloo Institute for Nanotechnology are working to develop a coating that will kill the COVID-19 virus immediately upon contact with any surface. The antiviral coating could be...
Highway contractor Amey trials graphene-enhanced asphalt

Posted On: 2020-07-06

An asphalt additive containing a graphene and plastic supermodifier is to be trialled on a road in north Kent in the UK.
Major breakthrough in extremely water-repellent materials makes them durable enough for the real world

Posted On: 2020-06-22

A new armour-plated superhydrophobic material has been developed for a wide range of potential uses, including solar panels. The superhydrophobic properties of the surface come from nano-sized structures spread all over...
Graphene smart textiles developed for heat adaptive clothing

Posted On: 2020-06-19

New research on the two-dimensional (2D) material graphene has allowed researchers to create smart adaptive clothing which can lower the body temperature of the wearer in hot climates.
Researchers Take A Cue From Nature To Create Bulletproof Coatings

Posted On: 2020-06-12

Engineers from the University of Houston are using chitin – a derivative of glucose found in the cellular walls of arthropods and fungi – and nanoparticle 3D printing techniques to...
Antibacterial and antiviral graphene-based coating for public settings

Posted On: 2020-05-15

Nano Graphene Inc., also known as GrapheneCA, has formulated a specialized coating based on graphene that shows antibacterial and antiviral properties at the same time, which can be applied to...
Smarter transport systems with graphene

Posted On: 2020-04-08

Imagine a road that always stays ice-free, interacts with vehicles to make their own electricity and has road markings that change according to live traffic. It sounds futuristic but a...
Student finds way to make concrete green

Posted On: 2020-03-03

By adding nano-silica to the concrete, the amount of fly ash used was able to be increased, said Sen Du, a doctoral student in the Department of Civil and Environmental...
Scientists come up with nanoconcrete for casting under negative temperature conditions

Posted On: 2020-03-02

Engineers developed a concrete mixture with nano additives for monolithic construction up to ten stories high. The concrete casting is possible within a very humid climate and temperature as low...
Researchers Create Fire-Resistant Tunnel Lining

Posted On: 2020-02-28

Researchers created the concrete mix using 52.5% fly ash and nano silica, according to a PaintSquare report citing the New Straits Times. The development of the fire-resistant concrete tunnel lining...
Nanotechnology meets metal fabrication

Posted On: 2020-02-24

Nanoparticle-infused metal makes unweldable material weldable
A megalibrary of nanoparticles

Posted On: 2020-02-14

Researchers at Penn State have developed a simple approach that could produce over 65,000 different types of complex nanoparticles.
Lab turns trash into valuable graphene in a flash

Posted On: 2020-01-30

Graphene can be used to strengthen concrete and other composite materials. Scientists recently discovered a new process that promises environmental benefits by producing graphene quickly and cheaply from waste food,...
A wearable gas sensor for health and environmental monitoring

Posted On: 2020-01-28

Researchers at Penn State and Northeastern University have developed a highly sensitive, wearable gas sensor for environmental and human health monitoring. It is more sensitive than existing wearable sensors and...
CenoStar and XG Sciences Partner to Deliver Graphene-Enhanced Concrete

Posted On: 2019-12-17

XG Concrete™ Reduces Moisture Absorption and Crack Propagation, and Increases Strength to Deliver Longer Lasting Concrete.
Graphene-titanium catalyst lays foundation for smog-eating concrete

Posted On: 2019-12-16

"A team of engineers has combined graphene and titanium dioxide nanoparticles to create a new solar-powered catalyst that can pluck pollutants out of the air, much more efficiently than others....
Skanska wants to trial graphene asphalt on M25

Posted On: 2019-12-02

Skanska is seeking to trial the use of graphene-enhanced asphalt on the M25 to combat potholes and carbon emissions.
New tools could improve the way cement seals oil wells

Posted On: 2019-11-21

Researchers have developed new ways to observe how cement sets in microscopic detail, which could lead to improved cements that help prevent methane leakage and well collapse. One new method...
Airborne chemicals instantly identified using new technology developed at NTU Singapore

Posted On: 2019-10-17

Scientists developed a device that can identify a wide range of airborne gases and chemicals instantly. The device uses a small patch made of a special porous and metallic nanomaterial...
Funding for sustainable concrete cemented for five more years

Posted On: 2019-10-09

The MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) will continue to study the environmental impacts of concrete and the hazard resilience of the built environment. To do this, CSHub has taken a...
Inventing the World's Strongest Silver

Posted On: 2019-10-03

A fundamental breakthrough promises a new category of materials that can overcome a traditional trade-off in industrial and commercial materials between strength and ability to carry electrical current. A team...
Make like a leaf: researchers developing method to convert CO2

Posted On: 2019-10-01

Researchers develop process for carbon dioxide conversion yielding hydrocarbon, a compound that can be used for construction.
Beetle scales hold secret to creating sustainable paint from recycled plastic, research shows

Posted On: 2019-09-03

"Cyphochilus beetle scales are one of the brightest whites in nature and their ultra-white appearance is created by the nanostructure in their tiny scales, as opposed to the use of...
Marines, engineers conduct a first-of-its-kind 3D printing exercise

Posted On: 2019-09-03

Marines and engineers conducted the first known 3D concrete printing operation with a three-inch print nozzle in early August in Illinois.
Vegetables could hold the key to stronger buildings and bridges

Posted On: 2019-08-20

Early research findings show that concrete mixtures including nano platelets from sugar beet or carrot significantly improve the mechanical properties of concrete. The root vegetable nano platelets prevent cracks and...
Six new nano-products showcased at the 19th International Exhibition of Building and Construction Industry

Posted On: 2019-07-30

The six products are ceramic ultrafiltration membranes used in the treatment of greywater, anti-scour resin-bound paving, nano-concrete and nano-pipes and plumbing fittings, nano-thermal and sound structure, and superhydrophobic gloves.
Graphene Flagship Annual Report 2018

Posted On: 2019-07-26

The report discusses graphene research, development, and commercialization in 2018. Construction applications include "graphene coatings for copper wires used in low voltage domestic and industrial wiring" and "flame-retardant graphene coatings...
Directa Plus driving progress on graphene trials in first quarter

Posted On: 2019-07-26

Sections of road will be laid in Italy, UK, USA and Oman this summer with asphalt strengthened by the addition of its graphene technology.
Graphene: successful first road surface trial results in Italy

Posted On: 2019-07-26

Improvement of service life at over 250% thanks to the super modifier Gipave containing Directa Plus G+ graphene
Ambient plant illumination could light the way for greener buildings

Posted On: 2019-06-17

"Buildings of the future may be lit by collections of glowing plants and designed around an infrastructure of sunlight harvesting, water transport, and soil collecting and composting systems. That's the...
Thwarting oil-pipeline corrosion by identifying a nanoscale villain

Posted On: 2019-06-17

Researchers at Sandia National Laboratories, the Department of Energy’s Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies and the Aramco Research Center in Boston, have found that a particular form of nanoscale corrosion is...
Graphene Additive Promising 40% More Strength Gets .1M Research Grant

Posted On: 2019-05-14

Graphene can reduce the concrete required in many applications, reducing greenhouse gas emissions, and make concrete more resistant to freeze-thaw cycles and salt corrosion
Ice-proof coating for big structures relies on a 'beautiful demonstration of mechanics'

Posted On: 2019-05-06

"ANN ARBOR—A new class of coatings that sheds ice effortlessly from even large surfaces has moved researchers closer to their decades-long goal of ice-proofing cargo ships, airplanes, power lines and...
Introducing nanoclay as an asphalt modifier

Posted On: 2019-05-06

"The benefits of using modified asphalt binders are widely recognized—primarily, improved rutting resistance, reduced fatigue cracking and less cold-temperature cracking. These improvements in performance, durability and reduced life cycle costs,...
Penn Engineer's 'Metallic Wood' Has the Strength of Titanium and the Density of Water

Posted On: 2019-04-26

A team of researchers "built a sheet of nickel with nanoscale pores that make it as strong as titanium but four to five times lighter."
That's 'sew' smart! Scientists invent threads to detect gases when woven into clothing

Posted On: 2019-04-26

Equipment- and training-free textile detectors could be used in public health, workplace safety, military and rescue applications
The impact of technology on work and the workforce

Posted On: 2019-04-26

Paul Schulte and John Howard discuss technology and the future of work. Paul Schulte is the Director of the Education and Information Division, and Co-Manager of the Nanotechnology Research Center,...
Nanocoatings for Building and Construction Market to Witness Steady Expansion From 2019 to 2025

Posted On: 2019-04-25

"The Nanocoatings for Building and Construction Market report presents a comprehensive analysis of key market segments and sub-segments, evolving the Nanocoatings for Building and Construction market trends and dynamics, changing...
A 3D printer the size of a small barn will produce entire homes in Saudi Arabia

Posted On: 2019-04-01

"Roughly the size of a small barn, the BOD2 is the world’s largest 3D printer designed for construction purposes. It is capable of printing entire buildings up to 40 feet...
Tiny Particles, Big Ideas in Nanomanufacturing

Posted On: 2019-04-01

Nanomanufacturing "is poised to upend several industries," including "nano-scale improvements to structural steel" and "manufacturing airplanes and skyscrapers at the molecular level."
How Nanotechnology is Changing the Building Game

Posted On: 2019-03-15

We have had the bronze and iron eras, could the construction industry now be embarking on what will be known as the nano era?
UNStudio develops The Coolest White paint to cool down our cities

Posted On: 2019-03-11

UNStudio and Monopol Colors have created an extremely reflective white paint that can reduce the amount of heat buildings absorb and cool cities in the face of climate change.
Nano Fillers Market to Make Great Impact in Near Future by 2023

Posted On: 2019-03-08

"Nano fillers are widely used in rubber, paints & coatings, construction, paper, adhesives, sealants, and plastics industries. Nano fillers that are used as reinforcing filler materials, especially in polymers are...
A downtown parking lot is being repaved with nanomaterials made from wood. Here's why.

Posted On: 2019-03-08

Greenville, SC - Cellulosic nanomaterials are being added to concrete to create "a cleaner version of the versatile building material," which "accounts for 5 to 10 percent of all human-caused...
Researchers create fireproof, self powered sensor

Posted On: 2019-03-04

McMaster researchers and their partners created a motion-powered, fireproof sensor that can track the movements of firefighters, steelworkers, miners and others who work in high-risk environments where they cannot always...
A look back at the emergence of Graphene products in 2018

Posted On: 2019-02-26

This articles describes new uses of graphene in 2018, including road surfaces and concrete. Graphene is a form of carbon consisting of sheets that have the thickness of one atom....
Fluid-inspired material self-heals before your eyes

Posted On: 2019-01-31

Coating for metals rapidly heals over scratches and scrapes to prevent corrosion
Fully environment-compatible, low-cost, flexible plumbing and heating pipe

Posted On: 2019-01-11

"The aim is to replace non-recyclable plastic pipes used by the building and construction community with an environmentally friendly pipe that meets EU Directives concerning landfill and waste management through...
Nanomaterials and Their Use as Construction Materials

Posted On: 2019-01-08

The construction sector has seen many recent develops in the field of nanotechnology. The chemical and physical properties of nanomaterials are intended to be widely used in the construction industry....
Researchers Create New Method for Nanofiber

Posted On: 2018-12-18

A discovery out of the University of Michigan could lead to a new coatings from an array of nanofibers—from sticky, to repellent, to insulating, to light-emitting.
Global Construction Nanotechnology Market 2016 - Production, Sales, Supply, Demand, Analysis & Forecast to 2021

Posted On: 2018-12-14

The report studies the global Construction Nanotechnology market, analyzes and researches the Construction Nanotechnology development status and forecast in USA, EU, Japan, China, India and Southeast Asia.
AerNos Announces Its Next Generation Nano Gas Sensor Technology

Posted On: 2018-12-11

"AerNos, an innovator in nano gas sensors, today announced AerN2S, its next-generation nano gas sensor technology, which offers an advancement in the core technology used to build tiny, accurate, and...
New 3D-printed cement paste gets stronger when it cracks — just like structures in nature

Posted On: 2018-12-11

Purdue University researchers have 3D-printed cement paste, a key ingredient of the concrete and mortar used to build various elements of infrastructure, that gets tougher under pressure like the shells...
A graphene first: Arizona company creates economically viable graphene concrete

Posted On: 2018-12-05

"Urbix Resources, an advanced graphite company based in Mesa, Arizona, has produced the first economically viable graphene-enhanced lightweight concrete, an achievement that represents an industry breakthrough. Designed in collaboration with...
Versarien signs deal with Advanced Insulation for graphene-enhanced insulation materials

Posted On: 2018-12-03

"Versarien recently announced it will be collaborating with fire retardant coatings supplier Advanced Insulation to work on a graphene project. The collaboration will focus on incorporating Versarien's Nanene few layer...
Extremely strong and yet incredibly ductile multicomponent alloys developed

Posted On: 2018-11-29

"A research team led by City University of Hong Kong has developed a strategy for creating new high-strength alloys that are extremely strong, ductile and flexible. The strategy overcomes the...
Graphene could reduce odour and corrosion in wastewater network

Posted On: 2018-11-29

UNSW researchers are collaborating with Sewer Venting and Crane Hire Services (SVSR) to look at the potential for graphene oxide to be applied to wastewater collection networks.
Hairy nanotechnology provides green anti-scaling solution

Posted On: 2018-11-27

"A new type of cellulose nanoparticle, invented by McGill University researchers, is at the heart of a more effective and less environmentally damaging solution to one of the biggest challenges...
'Smart skin' simplifies spotting strain in structures

Posted On: 2018-11-20

Rice University invention can use fluorescing carbon nanotubes to reveal stress in aircraft and structures
Graphene-enhanced anti-corrosion system deployed in bridges and wind power towers across China

Posted On: 2018-11-20

"China-based The Sixth Element Materials launched its graphene-zinc anti-corrosion primer back in 2015 together with his partner Toppen Technology, and the company has since performed extensive testing. TSE updates us...
Self-sensing materials are here: Next-generation composites may monitor their own structural health

Posted On: 2018-11-20

"Self-sensing composites, perhaps made with a renewable polymer matrix and low-cost carbon fibers, could find themselves in ubiquitous products, even including 3D-printed vehicles and buildings."
Nanofiber carpet could lead to new sticky or insulating surfaces

Posted On: 2018-11-16

ANN ARBOR—Inspired by the extraordinary characteristics of polar bear fur, lotus leaves and gecko feet, engineering researchers have developed a new way to make arrays of nanofibers that could bring...
Missouri S&T researcher to test low-cost method of strengthening concrete with nanoparticles

Posted On: 2018-10-05

"It’s long been proven that adding nanoparticles to concrete improves the materials’ strength and durability, but the cost of such processes has outweighed the benefits. A Missouri S&T researcher is...
Directa Plus unveils world's first road surface containing graphene

Posted On: 2018-10-03

"...The first phase of the test for Ecopave reportedly follows successful laboratory tests, which showed that Ecopave can increase fatigue resistance up to 250%, extending significantly the service life of...
Spheres can make concrete leaner, greener

Posted On: 2018-09-27

"To Rice materials scientist Rouzbeh Shahsavari and graduate student Sung Hoon Hwang, the spheres represent building blocks that can be made at low cost and promise to mitigate the energy-intensive...
Engineers See Big Future for Graphene Gilding

Posted On: 2018-09-19

"Graphene—an atom-thin layer of carbon that’s been touted for its strength and conductivity—has found a new use thanks to some engineers at the University of Illinois: The so-called supermaterial could...
Nanoparticles for improving smart-window energy efficiency

Posted On: 2018-09-10

U.S. buildings leak an estimated 30 percent of their energy through inefficient windows, costing consumers an estimated $42 billion annually. The U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory has patented...
Graphene laminated pipes could reduce corrosion in the oil and gas industry

Posted On: 2018-08-27

Researchers at The University of Manchester and TWI have discovered ways of using graphene to prolong the lifetime of pipes used in the oil and gas industry.
NNI Public Webinars

Posted On: 2018-08-21

The National Nanotechnology Coordination Office (NNCO) will hold webinars periodically to share information with the general public and the nanotechnology research and development community. Archived webinars are also available.
Cheers to that: Beer waste transformed into energy-efficient window covering

Posted On: 2018-08-17

"While the researchers have their eye on putting this material on space habitats, more immediate applications are already available on Earth. Most windows are poor insulators. According to the Department...
Most wear-resistant metal alloy in the world engineered at Sandia National Laboratories

Posted On: 2018-08-17

Sandia’s materials science team has engineered a platinum-gold alloy believed to be the most wear-resistant metal in the world. It’s 100 times more durable than high-strength steel, making it the...
A new 'periodic table' for nanomaterials

Posted On: 2018-08-08

"The table groups molecules according to the nano-shapes they form... Bottom-up fabrication of graphene nanoribbons is receiving much attention due to their potential use in electronics, tissue engineering, construction, and...
Green concrete: sustainable construction?

Posted On: 2018-07-31

As the planet urbanises, attention is turning towards the most basic of building materials – concrete – to ensure the imminent construction boom is as sustainable as possible
Researchers use coal waste to create sustainable concrete

Posted On: 2018-07-13

"...This work is also significant because the researchers are using nano-sized materials to engineer concrete at the molecular level... The team used graphene oxide, a recently discovered nanomaterial, to manipulate...
New technologies take center stage at Civils Expo 2018

Posted On: 2018-07-09

"From smart motorways programmes using new scientific breakthroughs to manage our roads, through to the use of drones, robotics, 4D BIM and nanotechnology in construction materials, civil engineers are taking...
Bendable concrete, with a design inspired by seashells, can make US infrastructure safer and more durable

Posted On: 2018-06-01

Bendable concrete makes infrastructure safer, extends its service life and reduces maintenance costs and resource use.
Introducing nanoclay as an asphalt modifier

Posted On: 2018-05-24

"The benefits of using modified asphalt binders are widely recognized—primarily, improved rutting resistance, reduced fatigue cracking and less cold-temperature cracking..."
Energy-saving windows made from common glass and cheap nanocrystals

Posted On: 2018-04-30

"Buildings and other man-made structures consume as much as 30-40% of the primary energy in the world, mainly for heating, cooling, ventilation, and lighting. 'Smart' windows are expected to play...
How Green is the Future of Construction?

Posted On: 2018-04-27

Internationally acclaimed futurist Jack Uldrich was in Houston today [4/26/18] to speak on the future of the industry for leaders at Camden Construction
Joining metals without welding

Posted On: 2018-04-25

"Welding is still the standard technique for joining metals. However, this laborious process carried out at high temperatures is not suitable for all applications. Now, a research team from the...
Scientists create innovative new 'green' concrete using graphene

Posted On: 2018-04-24

A new greener, stronger and more durable concrete that is made using the wonder-material graphene could revolutionize the construction industry.
Could 'Nanowood' Replace Styrofoam?

Posted On: 2018-04-09

Researchers think nanowood has enormous potential as a green building material
Self-healing metal oxides could protect against corrosion

Posted On: 2018-04-05

Researchers find an ultrathin layer of aluminum oxide, though solid, can flow like a liquid instead of cracking.
Development with HMG progresses to real world environmental testing

Posted On: 2018-03-12

HMG Paints and Applied Graphene Materials (AGM) are working together to develop and commercialise Graphene containing coatings for a variety of industries. The two companies are progressing the formulation and...
Glorious graphene and its revolutionary applications for construction

Posted On: 2018-03-12

"Graphene has a ticklist of desirable properties that firmly cement its reputation as a true 'material of the future'. It's just about the strongest, thinnest, lightest, conductive material ever discovered...
California bridge could transform industry with nanocrystals

Posted On: 2018-03-05

A new bridge will be built in California this summer. That’s hardly earth-shattering news. But this one will be different.
Ohio State University, Partners Develop 'Smart Paint' to Help the Visually Impaired Navigate Cities

Posted On: 2018-02-28

The latest installment of MetroLab's Innovation of the Month series highlights how a team at Ohio State University, along with the city of Columbus and private companies, is using smart,...
Clever coating opens door to smart windows

Posted On: 2018-02-28

Researchers from RMIT University have developed a new ultra-thin coating that responds to heat and cold, opening the door to “smart windows”.
Purdue researchers show concrete infused with wood nanocrystals is stronger, plan to use it in California bridge

Posted On: 2018-02-23

Purdue University researchers are ready to test whether they can make a stronger bridge by using concrete infused with microscopic nanocrystals from wood. The researchers have been working with cellulose...
Dutch breakthrough improves stability of 3D-printed walls

Posted On: 2018-02-15

Equations developed by a professor at Eindhoven University of Technology could help prevent 3D-printed concrete walls from collapsing during the printing process
Wood Product Innovation: Nano-scale Cellulose Products Showing Promise for Future

Posted On: 2018-02-08

Government wood research expert describes the latest developments in wood technology and product development. How might these innovations develop new markets for wood beyond what is common today? Expert shares...
Process makes wood stronger than steel

Posted On: 2018-02-08

"Making strong materials like steel for construction, motor vehicles, airplanes, and thousands of other uses is an expensive and environmentally fraught process, requiring mining, huge factories, and lots of energy...
From "Just in Time" to "Just Next Door"

Posted On: 2018-02-01

21st-century Manufacturing Challenges and Opportunities for Industrial Hygienists
Grant Helps UK Firm Develop Wear-Resistant Coating

Posted On: 2017-12-07

A U.K. firm that conducts research and development work in the coatings field will be working with the University of Nottingham on a project to develop wear-resistant coatings for industrial...
Nature's blueprint for fracture-resistant cement

Posted On: 2017-11-30

Based on the nanostructure of the sea urchin spines, scientists develop fracture-resistant cement
NREL Develops Switchable Solar Window

Posted On: 2017-11-29

"Relying on such advanced materials as perovskites and single-walled carbon nanotubes, the new technology responds to heat by transforming from transparent to tinted. As the window darkens, it generates electricity..."
Math Gets Real in Strong, Lightweight Structures

Posted On: 2017-11-21

"Rice University engineers are using 3-D printers to turn structures that have until now existed primarily in theory into strong, light and durable materials with complex, repeating patterns. The porous...
Nanotech Engineering's Nanopanel™ Environmental Impact Is Close To Zero

Posted On: 2017-11-21

Irvine, CA - Nanotech Engineering Inc. earlier this year invented the World’s First Nanopanel™, a solar panel based strictly on Nanotechnology...
World's first 3D-printed bridge opens to cyclists in Netherlands

Posted On: 2017-11-02

Crossing printed from 800 layers of concrete could take weight of 40 trucks, designers say
Lab researchers achieve breakthrough in 3D printed marine grade stainless steel

Posted On: 2017-10-31

"Marine grade" stainless steel is valued for its performance under corrosive environments and for its high ductility -- the ability to bend without breaking under stress -- making it a...
Researchers show how nanoscale patterning can decrease metal fatigue

Posted On: 2017-10-31

Fatigue due to repetitive strain is the leading cause of failure in metal components and structures, but new research shows how crystalline structures called nanotwins can slow the accumulation of...
Gradation-tint smart window

Posted On: 2017-10-31

Scientists have developed smart glass capable of producing various shades on its surface. Unlike the conventional types, the newly developed tinting smart glass allows users to easily change the shaded...
Global Nanocoatings Market for Building and Construction Industry 2017-2021

Posted On: 2017-10-26

The analysts forecast the global nanocoatings market for the building and construction industry to grow at a CAGR [compound annual growth rate] of 20.41% during the period 2017-2021.
Polysaccharides and Bacterial Nanocellulose: A New Biomaterial for Reduced Plastic Use

Posted On: 2017-10-03

Nanocellulose applications are discussed including aerogels, foams, nanocomposites, coatings, films, adhesives, wallboard, and ceiling tiles.
Graphene and CNTs: Commercialization after the hype

Posted On: 2017-10-03

Graphene and CNT applications within the advanced composites sector are still at a relatively early stage of the commercialization process, but as the availability of materials or dispersions of consistent...
Nanocoatings Market for Building and Construction Industry 2017-2021 Market to Grow at CAGR of 20.41 %

Posted On: 2017-09-29

Global Scenario, Market Landscape and The Growth Prospects Analysis and Forecast 2017-2021
Introducing nanoclay as an asphalt modifier

Posted On: 2017-09-26

"The benefits of using modified asphalt binders are widely recognized—primarily, improved rutting resistance, reduced fatigue cracking and less cold-temperature cracking..."
Nano-coating to protect buildings against pollution

Posted On: 2017-09-25

The organic pollution decomposing properties of titanium dioxide (TiO2) have been known for about half a century. However, practical applications have been few and hard to develop, but now a...
Stopping problem ice -- by cracking it

Posted On: 2017-09-25

By manipulating substructures in a special silicone coating, researchers have reduced the ability of ice to stick to a surface to record lows - Norwegian University of Science and Technology
Beating the heat with nanoparticle films

Posted On: 2017-09-01

House and car windows that stay cool in the summer, warm in the winter - Sandia Labs News Release
New solid lubricant shown to reduce friction and wear on steel surfaces

Posted On: 2017-08-09

"The new liquid-free composite is made from a slurry of a material called graphene, zinc oxide, and the polymer polyvinylidene difluoride."
NanoGraphene Inc. Presents A Cutting-Edge Graphene Application

Posted On: 2017-08-01

Benefits of Graphene Utilization in the Cement Industry
Seeing the Light: Researchers seek to improve solar cell technology using new materials and nanowires

Posted On: 2017-07-31

"Team works to improve how sun’s power is captured on solar cells and converted to usable energy for today’s electronic devices" - by Michelle Cometa, Rochester Institute of Technology, University News
Cool MOFs - Nanomaterials show promise for chillers

Posted On: 2017-07-31

"RICHLAND, Wash. — About 15 percent of all energy usage in the U.S. goes toward cooling. New research from the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory may ultimately help...
Graphene Coatings tests underway in Manchester

Posted On: 2017-07-17

"...Tests will focus on the application of Graphene based coatings in both the Commercial Vehicle and Construction Equipment markets in partnership with a leading UK be-spoke commercial vehicle body builder..."
NanoData landscape compilation: Construction

Posted On: 2017-07-05

"This report offers a snapshot of the status of the environment for nanotechnology in the context of construction. The construction industry covers the building, maintaining and repairing of buildings and...
Lightweight steel production breakthrough: brittle phases controlled

Posted On: 2017-06-21

"High-strength, lightweight steels can finally be processed on an industrial scale, thanks to a breakthrough in controlling brittle stages – new research from WMG, University of Warwick has found..."
Printed Sensors Monitor Tire Wear in Real Time

Posted On: 2017-06-15

Carbon nanotubes bring tire wear monitoring into the car - Duke University, Pratt School of Engineering
New ceramic nanofiber 'sponges' could be used for flexible insulation, water purification

Posted On: 2017-06-05

Ceramic materials tend to shatter when deformed, but new research shows a way of using ultra-thin ceramic nanofibers to make squishy, heat-resistant sponges with a wide variety of potential uses....
Nanocoating Firm Gets Startup Honor

Posted On: 2017-05-24

"Tesla NanoCoatings (no connection to Elon Musk's Tesla cars) provides a corrosion-resistant coating for steel that can be applied like paint — with a roller, brush or spray system. What...
'Switchable' smart windows reduce energy consumption significantly

Posted On: 2017-05-16

"(Nanowerk News) Smart windows that act as blinds in the summer and let all the sunlight through in the winter. That is the idea of the reflective windows Hitesh Khandelwal...
New fiber-based sensor could quickly detect structural problems in bridges and dams

Posted On: 2017-05-08

"Today, there is great interest in using distributed sensors to continually monitor the structural health of large structures such as dams or bridges. With 1 million sensing points, a newly...
Product number 3,000 added to The Nanodatabase

Posted On: 2017-05-03

This announcement gives an overview of 3,000 products in the Nanodatabase developed by the Danish Consumer Council, the Danish Ecological Council, and the DTU Environment.
3-D printing offers new approach to making buildings (w/video)

Posted On: 2017-04-28

Technology developed at MIT could enable faster, cheaper, more adaptable building construction.
Nanotechnology designed to speed up the hardening of concrete

Posted On: 2017-04-27

"...[A recently published] article proposes an ultrarapid synthesis of nano-tobermorite, a nanoparticle used to speed up the hardening of concrete and regarded as a high-added value addition..."
Scientists create new system of concrete building structures

Posted On: 2017-04-25

"Professor Andrey Ponomarev of Peter the Great Saint-Petersburg Polytechnic University and graduate student Alexander Rassokhin have developed several types of building blocks for construction based on nanostructured high-strength lightweight concrete...
A better understanding of nanomaterials

Posted On: 2017-04-07

In the past six years, the National Research Programme "Opportunities and Risks of Nanomaterials" (NRP 64) intensively studied the development, use, behaviour and degradation of engineered nanomaterials, including their impact...
Conquering metal fatigue

Posted On: 2017-03-10

Novel laminated nanostructure gives steel bone-like resistance to fracturing under repeated stress.
Rice lab expands palette for color-changing glass

Posted On: 2017-03-09

"Rice University’s latest nanophotonics research could expand the color palette for companies in the fast-growing market for glass windows that change color at the flick of an electric switch..."
Dream of energy-collecting windows is one step closer to reality

Posted On: 2017-02-21

"Researchers at the University of Minnesota and University of Milano-Bicocca are bringing the dream of windows that can efficiently collect solar energy one step closer to reality thanks to high-tech...
The Evolution of Protective Coatings and Applicators

Posted On: 2017-02-13

"With three decades of experience in the protective coatings and equipment industry, I can attest to the fact that coatings have evolved quite significantly in recent years. The makeup of...
Nanoscale Chemicals & Materials Market - Global Industry Analysis, Size, Share, Growth, Trends and Forecast, 2014 - 2020

Posted On: 2017-01-19

"The growing population coupled with the increasing urbanization is expected to boost the demand for construction industry. Nanoscale materials are also widely consumed by the construction industry as they not...
Researchers design one of the strongest, lightest materials known

Posted On: 2017-01-19

Porous, 3-D forms of graphene developed at MIT can be 10 times as strong as steel but much lighter.
Swiss Firm Develops New Concrete Additive

Posted On: 2017-01-05

"A startup firm associated with a Swiss university says its newly developed additive can help to control many properties of concrete, leading to harder material that's slower to deteriorate..."
Wood Coating Work Targets Stronger Bridges

Posted On: 2017-01-04

"Scientists at a Russian university say they have developed a way to create a wood-polymer hybrid nanocomposite that is far stronger and more durable than natural wood."
Decoding cement's shape promises greener concrete

Posted On: 2016-12-14

"Scientists at Rice University have decoded the kinetic properties of cement and developed a way to 'program' the microscopic, semicrystalline particles within. The process turns particles from disordered clumps into...
Bug Eye Biology Enhances Coating Functions

Posted On: 2016-12-14

Scientists turned to the structure of bug eyes to develop bright, vividly colored reflective materials, the American Chemical Society reports.
Team Focuses on Coating Color Changes

Posted On: 2016-11-28

"New coatings could produce a range of colors based on nanostructures rather than pigments, says a group of researchers at work on a thin, scratch-resistant coating they say 'could be...
Goodbye, construction? UBC prof paves way for nano-fibre roads that repair themselves

Posted On: 2016-11-28

"Engineer’s pilot project in Indian village proves ‘self-healing’ pavement seals up cracks in mere months. Next stop: a First Nation in need of infrastructure..."
Move over solar: The next big renewable energy source could be right beneath your feet

Posted On: 2016-11-04

"Flooring can be made from any number of sustainable materials, making it an eco-friendly option in homes and businesses alike. Now, however, flooring could be even more 'green,' thanks to...
'Nanotechnology' could revolutionize construction, medicine, electronics

Posted On: 2016-11-03

"James Tour's machines are barely larger than water molecules, but he hopes they will soon be able to build entire skyscrapers. The Rice University professor has pioneered nanotechnology, building impossibly...
'Sensing Skin' Detects Cracks, Harmful Chemicals in Structures

Posted On: 2016-10-11

"Researchers have developed a multi-layered 'sensing skin' to detect corrosive or otherwise harmful substances in structures. The skin can also detect cracks and other structural flaws that are invisible to...
Nanotechnology: Delivering on the Promise Volume 1

Posted On: 2016-10-05

Advances in nanotechnology and the value of precautionary risk management for the safe and responsible development and workplace application of nanotechnology are discussed in Nanotechnology: Delivering on the Promise, a...
Asphalt-based carbon-capture material advances

Posted On: 2016-09-13

Rice University scientists improve method to pull greenhouse gas from natural gas streams
Engineers Tout 'Ultra-Robust' Waterproof Coating

Posted On: 2016-09-13

"...Wong indicates the new 'ultra-robust' coating can be applied to 'practically anything': clay, stone, bricks, cardboard, wood, paper, metal, plastics, windows, building materials and marine applications. And whereas existing superhydrophobic...
Breakthrough in Materials Science: Kiel Research Team Can Bond Metals with Nearly All Surfaces

Posted On: 2016-09-08

"Through this 'nanoscale-sculpturing' process, metals such as aluminium, titanium, or zinc can permanently be joined with nearly all other materials, become water-repellent, or improve their biocompatibility. The potential spectrum of...
A carbon nanotube coating for the next generation of power lines

Posted On: 2016-09-01

"A Masdar Institute Assistant Professor may have brought engineers one step closer to developing the type of next-generation power lines needed to achieve sustainable and resilient electrical power grids..."
Super cement's secret

Posted On: 2016-08-30

"Simple cements are everywhere in construction, but researchers want to create novel construction materials to build smarter infrastructure. The cement known as mayenite is one smart material — it can...
Smart windows: Admitting visible light, rejecting infrared heat

Posted On: 2016-08-25

By fine-tuning the chemical composition of nanoparticles, A*STAR researchers have developed a coating that is promising for fabricating smart windows suitable for tropical countries. Such windows block almost all the...
Adding Graphene to Protective Coatings

Posted On: 2016-08-16

"A U.K. specialty and consumer chemicals manufacturer has announced it is about to become the first company to commercialize graphene within high-performance protective paints..."
Living Structural Materials Could Open New Horizons for Engineers and Architects

Posted On: 2016-08-10

DARPA seeks to develop design tools and methods for creating programmable, self-healing, living building materials
Nothing — and something — give concrete strength, toughness

Posted On: 2016-08-09

Rice University scientists show how voids, particles sap energy from cracks
Unlocking the Secrets of Creeping Concrete

Posted On: 2016-08-03

Researchers at UCLA have clarified the origins of a mechanism responsible for the gradual deformation of concrete
New nano tech to cool down buildings

Posted On: 2016-07-28

A new system can lower room temperature in buildings.
Long lasting roads thanks to nanoparticles: Asphalt's miraculous cure

Posted On: 2016-07-25

Empa scientists have developed a technique that can repair old, cracked asphalt. They got their inspiration from a method used in cancer treatment based on nanoparticles.
Lotus leaf inspires scientists to create world's first self-cleaning metals

Posted On: 2016-06-29

"Taking their ideas from defence mechanisms found in plants such as the lotus leaf, the 'High Throughput Laser Texturing of Self-Cleaning and Antibacterial Surfaces', or 'TresClean' project, has made a...
Through a glass, warmly: Argonne nanomaterials can help make windows more efficient

Posted On: 2016-06-02

"A team of researchers at the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) Argonne National Laboratory is using nanomaterials to improve the energy efficiency of existing single-pane windows in commercial and residential...
Finding a new formula for concrete

Posted On: 2016-05-26

MIT researchers look to bones and shells as blueprints for stronger, more durable concrete.
Nanomaterials Could Stop Asphalt Cracks

Posted On: 2016-05-06

"Most of the paved roads we travel are surfaced with asphalt, and it’s not uncommon to see their surface cracking—but some Swiss scientists are hoping their new technology will make...
New Nanocoating Inhibits Bacteria Growth

Posted On: 2016-04-27

A new nanocoating developed by scientists at Ben-Gurion University of the Negev could play an important role in marine anti-fouling coatings.
No more curtains thanks to smart windows

Posted On: 2016-04-13

Researchers at Harvard are developing the next generation of windows that utilize nanotechnology to transition between clear and cloudy with the flip of a switch.
Wooden windows? New material could replace glass in solar cells and buildings

Posted On: 2016-04-01

Windows and solar panels in the future could be made from one of the best — and cheapest — construction materials known: wood. Researchers at Stockholm's KTH Royal Institute of...
Carbon Upcycling: Turning CO2 into a New, Sustainable CO2NCRETE

Posted On: 2016-03-18

Interdisciplinary research team at UCLA discovers a game-changing technology to capture and repurpose carbon dioxide
Tunable windows for privacy, camouflage

Posted On: 2016-03-15

"Method turns glass from clear to opaque with the flick of a switch..."
Riddle of cement's structure is finally solved

Posted On: 2016-02-26

"Findings may guide development of formulas to make the material more durable, less CO2-intensive..." - MIT News Office
NSF Awards Nearly $750,000 to WattGlass for Coating Technology

Posted On: 2016-02-25

"FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The National Science Foundation has awarded a $746,366 grant to WattGlass LLC to further develop the University of Arkansas’ patent-pending coating technology that makes glass anti-reflective, self-cleaning...
Researchers' metallic glue may stick it to soldering and welding

Posted On: 2016-02-10

Northeastern’s Hanchen Huang and colleagues, experts in nanotechnology, have developed a glue that binds metal to metal to glass to you-name-it, sets at room temperature, and requires little pressure to...
Nature inspired nano-structures mean no more cleaning windows

Posted On: 2016-01-27

Smart windows clean themselves, save energy and mimic moth eyes to cut glare
A nanophotonic comeback for incandescent bulbs?

Posted On: 2016-01-11

Researchers combine the warm look of traditional light bulbs with 21st-century energy efficiency.
Georgia Department of Transportation votes for EdenCrete

Posted On: 2015-12-18

Edencrete receives favorable vote from Georgia DOT New Products Evaluation Committee: Now alllowed for use
AMANAC Advanced Material and Nanotechnology Cluster: Lightweight Components

Posted On: 2015-12-16

"The thematic area 'Lightweight Components' refers to nanotechnologies for multifunctional lightweight construction materials and components and relates five (5) European funded projects: ADAPTIWALL, SESBE, ELISSA, FOAM-BUILD, MF-RETROFIT..."
Superhydrophobic coating protects without the price

Posted On: 2015-12-14

"HOUSTON – (Dec. 9, 2015) – A new class of superhydrophobic nanomaterials might simplify the process of protecting surfaces from water. A material made by scientists at Rice University, the...
Which Coatings & Materials Technologies are Booming in 2015?

Posted On: 2015-12-02

Recent analysis from Frost & Sullivan, 2015 Top Technologies in Materials & Coatings (http://www.frost.com/d68a), identifies nanomaterials among key technologies that are likely to have a high impact in 2015.
Tungsten Oxide Surface Coating Increases Durability and Strength of Steel

Posted On: 2015-11-30

"Researchers at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have developed a new nanoporous surface coating that increases the safety, strength, and durability of ubiquitous...
Hybrid aerogels made from biopolymers and silica are strong and extremely insulating

Posted On: 2015-10-28

"Airy, airier, aerogel: the sponge-like networks that make up these highly porous solids can consist of up to 99.98 % pores. The most common aerogels are based on silica and...
Halloysite: Finally a promising natural nanomaterial?

Posted On: 2015-10-23

"...Halloysite is a natural biocompatible nanomaterial available in thousands of tons at low price, which makes it a good candidate for nanoarchitectural composites..."
Self-Healing Concrete Effort Recognized

Posted On: 2015-10-22

"A company in the United Kingdom is up for a sustainability award for its work in testing self-healing concrete methods..."
Super-slick material makes steel better, stronger, cleaner

Posted On: 2015-10-21

Harvard researchers design most durable anti-fouling material to date
World's Largest Industrial Application of NanoParticles

Posted On: 2015-10-15

This document describes the large scale use of nanoparticles for wood preservation. The author listed is Professor Phil Evans from the Centre for Advanced Wood Processing, UBC, Vancouver. The document...
Flame Retardant Breakthrough is Naturally Derived and Nontoxic

Posted On: 2015-10-09

"Inspired by a naturally occurring material found in marine mussels, researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have created a new flame retardant to replace commercial additives that are...
New research puts us closer to DIY spray-on solar cell technology

Posted On: 2015-09-29

"A new study puts us closer to do-it-yourself spray-on solar cell technology—promising third-generation solar cells utilizing a nanocrystal ink deposition that could make traditional expensive silicon-based solar panels a thing...
Nanotechnology: State of affairs?

Posted On: 2015-09-29

"...Nanotechnology has not moved out of the focus. Still, it has become a rather controversial issue. I asked an expert on nanotechnology, Dr. Andriy Voronov, Associate Professor Coatings and Polymeric...
Engineers Identify How To Keep Surfaces Dry Underwater

Posted On: 2015-09-09

"Imagine staying dry underwater for months. Now Northwestern University engineers have examined a wide variety of surfaces that can do just that -- and, better yet, they know why..."
Ultrasonic Mixing For High-Performance Concrete

Posted On: 2015-09-08

"The use of micro- and nanosilica or nanotubes leads to improvements in the compressive strength of high-performance concrete. Ultrasonication is an effective means for the mixing, wetting and dispersing of...
New findings move flexible lighting technology toward commercial feasibility

Posted On: 2015-09-04

"Imagine illuminating your home or business with flat, inexpensive panels that are environmentally friendly, easy on your eyes, and energy-efficient because they create minimal heat. Now imagine how those panels...
Super Water-Repellant Coatings Can Now Take the Pressure

Posted On: 2015-09-01

"Conventional superhydrophobic coatings that repel liquids by trapping air inside microscopic surface pockets tend to lose their properties when liquids are forced into those pockets. In this work, extremely water-repellant...
NSF funds Industry/University Center for Atomically Thin Coatings

Posted On: 2015-08-12

"UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- The study and development of atomically thin coatings will be the focus of a one of a kind National Science Foundation funded university/industry center..."
Georgia Department of Transport Field Trial of EdenCrete™ Scheduled for 11 August 2015 on I-20

Posted On: 2015-08-04

"Perth-based Eden Energy Limited (ASX: EDE) is pleased to announce that the Georgia Department of Transport has scheduled its first field trial of Eden’s carbon nanotube-strengthened concrete additive known as...
Engineered quantum-dot-in-perovskite solids open new frontiers for high-efficiency lighting

Posted On: 2015-07-16

"(Nanowerk News) It's snack time: you have a plain oatmeal cookie, and a pile of chocolate chips. Both are delicious on their own, but if you can find a way...
Sliperiet at Umeå University is starting a project: 3D printing houses

Posted On: 2015-07-06

"[2015-06-26] In a collaborative project worth SEK 35 million, researchers and external partners are together developing a technology to make full-scale 3D prints of cellulose based material. It is not...
Research findings point way to designing crack-resistant metals

Posted On: 2015-07-06

"The results of a new study to understand the interactions of various metal alloys at the nanometer and atomic scales are likely to aid advances in methods of preventing the...
Solar cells and nanotechnology to cut global energy use

Posted On: 2015-06-18

"Microscopic nanoparticles in building materials are being tested in Norway to reduce heat transfer, as well as solar cells that prevent heavy roof-top snow accumulations to cut climate gas emissions..."
Solar cells in the roof and nanotechnology in the walls

Posted On: 2015-06-15

"It isn't cars and vehicle traffic that produce the greatest volumes of climate gas emissions – it's our own homes. But new research will soon be putting an end to...
AMACAN - Advanced Material and Nanotechnology Cluster - Lightweight Components

Posted On: 2015-06-15

"The thematic area 'Lightweight Components' refers to nanotechnologies for multifunctional lightweight construction materials and components and relates five (5) European funded projects: ADAPTIWALL, SESBE, ELISSA, FOAM-BUILD, MF-RETROFIT."
Twists And Shouts: A Nanotube Story

Posted On: 2015-06-15

"Nanotechnology’s chiral superstars were overshadowed by hype, but researchers believe they still have potential..."
Opportunities for Smart Surfaces in the Construction Sector

Posted On: 2015-06-11

"The construction industry has re-oriented itself around energy-efficiency and new forms of energy, especially solar panels. More recently, we have seen deployment of smart systems designed to inject more intelligence...
Australia's Eden a Step Closer to U.S. Approvals for Carbon-Based Concrete Use in Major Infrastructure

Posted On: 2015-06-05

"Australian technologis, Perth-based Eden Energy Limited (ASX: 'EDE') is pleased to announce that new results from testing in the United States of the Company's unique carbon-strengthened concrete additive, have moved...
NIOSH and P3NANO sign MOU to advance knowledge of cellulose-based nanotechnology

Posted On: 2015-05-29

"The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Partnership to Advance Research and Guidance for Occupational Safety and Health in...
Wood-derived foam materials

Posted On: 2015-04-29

"(Nanowerk News) Since most foam materials are made of petrochemical plastics, they aren’t very climate-friendly. But now an alternative is in sight – a novel foam material produced entirely from...
Graphene light bulb set for shops

Posted On: 2015-04-21

"A light bulb made with graphene - said by its UK developers to be the first commercially viable consumer product using the super-strong carbon - is to go on sale...
Natural nanocrystals shown to strengthen concrete

Posted On: 2015-04-01

"WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. – Cellulose nanocrystals derived from industrial byproducts have been shown to increase the strength of concrete, representing a potential renewable additive to improve the ubiquitous construction material..."
Discover the aerogel market that is expected to reach $1,896.6 million, globally, by 2020

Posted On: 2015-03-30

"Aerogel is derived by replacement of the liquid component of the gel with a gas. It is mesoporous solid foam; composed of an interconnected nanostructure network that exhibits minimum 50%...
Nanotech-makeover for city roads on the anvil

Posted On: 2015-03-23

"KOCHI: Citizens can now look forward to better roads with the local self-government department planning to use nanotechnology to construct all-weather roads..."
New paint makes tough self-cleaning surfaces

Posted On: 2015-03-13

"A new paint that makes robust self-cleaning surfaces has been developed by a team led by UCL researchers. The coating can be applied to clothes, paper, glass and steel and...
Intelligent Pigments Heat, Clean, Save

Posted On: 2015-03-12

"Pigments are getting smarter, enabling a new generation of coatings, concrete and plastics with greater potential than ever to store heat, fight corrosion, self-clean and stop fungi..."
A Nanotech Skylight That Looks Just Like the Sun Shining Overhead

Posted On: 2015-02-24

"A breakthrough light fixture called CoeLux uses LEDs and nano-materials to create a startling facsimile of sunlight..."
Oak Ridge National Laboratory News: MATERIALS NEXT-GENERATION INSULATION

Posted On: 2015-02-20

"A composite foam insulation panel being developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory and partners could reduce wall-generated heating and cooling loads in buildings by 38 to 50 percent, potentially saving...
Oak Ridge National Laboratory News: NANO GREEN METAL OXIDES

Posted On: 2015-02-20

"Water and nano-sized particles isolated from trees, plants and algae are the ingredients of a new recipe for low-cost metal oxides that are widely used in displays, smart windows, magnetic...
Smart Money is on Smart Coatings

Posted On: 2015-02-06

"Coatings that self-heal, self-clean, beat back moisture, purify the air and otherwise tune into their environment are set for red-hot growth in the years ahead, a new market forecast predicts..."
Carbon nanoballs can greatly contribute to sustainable energy supply

Posted On: 2015-01-27

"Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology have discovered that the insulation plastic used in high-voltage cables can withstand a 26 per cent higher voltage if nanometer-sized carbon balls are added....
Anti-microbial coatings with a long-term effect for surfaces

Posted On: 2015-01-21

"Researchers at the INM – Leibniz Institute for New Materials have now produced antimicrobial abrasion-resistant coatings with both silver and copper colloids with a long-term effect that kill germs reliably...
Particles Play with Concrete Strength

Posted On: 2015-01-15

"Fine-tuning chemicals at a nanoscale level in concrete and other 'structurally complex' materials could be key to improving crack resistance, researchers from Rice University say. In a new study, Rouzbeh Shahsavari...
Breakthrough for Carbon Nanotube Solar Cells

Posted On: 2015-01-12

Lighter, more flexible, and cheaper than conventional solar-cell materials, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have long shown promise for photovoltaics. But research stalled when CNTs proved to be inefficient, converting far less...
Nanotechnology Increases Durability, Performance of Asphalt

Posted On: 2015-01-05

Abstract: Iranian researchers proposed the simultaneous use of nanoparticles and nanofibers to increase the resistance and lifetime of asphalt.
Nanotechnology: A Realistic Market Assessment

Posted On: 2014-12-09

The global market for nanotechnology products was valued at $22.9 billion in 2013 and increased to about $26 billion in 2014. This market is expected to reach about $64.2 billion...
Researcher working to save energy with nanotechnology insulation

Posted On: 2014-12-09

Mufit Akinc, a professor of materials science and engineering at Iowa State University and the U.S. Department of Energy's Ames Laboratory, is working to develop next-generation insulation materials for freezers,...
Carbon-based concrete additive wins Civil Contractors Federation (CCF) environment award

Posted On: 2014-12-05

A carbon-based technology that is being developed to add strength to concrete without much extra weight was recognised at the Civil Contractors Federation’s Environmental Choice Award last week. Announced at...
Stronger and cleaner concrete enriched by Eden's carbon nanotubes (CNT) set for trials in Australia

Posted On: 2014-12-05

Trials are to be undertaken in the United States and Australia over the next two years to test the potential of Perth-based Eden Energy Limited’s use of carbon nanotubes (CNT)...
Cellulose Nanomaterials — A Path Towards Commercialization Workshop Report

Posted On: 2014-12-01

"Cellulose nanomaterials have demonstrated potential applications in a wide array of industrial sectors, including electronics, construction, packaging, food, energy, health care, automotive, and defense..."
Nanocoatings Set for Mega Growth

Posted On: 2014-11-04

Gaining quickly on conventional coatings, nanocoatings are headed for exponential growth, with revenue expected to reach $8.17 billion by 2020 and market volume hitting 1,262.9 kilo tons, according to Nanocoatings...
Beyond LEDs: Brighter, new energy-saving flat panel lights based on carbon nanotubes

Posted On: 2014-10-15

Scientists have developed a new type of energy-efficient flat light source based on carbon nanotubes with very low power consumption of around 0.1 Watt for every hour’s operation -- about...
CurTran and Weatherford Sign Long-Term Contract for New LiteWire™ Nanotechnology

Posted On: 2014-09-02

HOUSTON, April 9, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- CurTran LLC today announced that it has signed its first contract for LiteWire products with Weatherford International Ltd. Per the agreement, Weatherford will use,...

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