By Dr. Neil Canter, Contributing Editor | TLT Tech Beat September 2023 Limiting the growth of microbes in metalworking fluids is critical to ensure that machining operations can meet challenging requirements. HIGHLIGHTS • Microbicides, an […]
Introduction The resource-intensive meat industry contributes significantly to food-related emissions, making plant protein consumption crucial. However, the adoption of plant proteins faces a hurdle due to their astringent taste caused by poor lubrication performance. This […]
Article by: Jeffrey Funk, Lee Vinsel, and Patrick McConnell In 2022, a deflating technology bubble marked a downturn in formerly high-flying tech companies, leading to significant stock drops. This decline followed a decade of rising […]
Introduction Chains are multipurpose design elements used to transfer power. They consist of many links, mostly mechanical ones. They are used in different types of industries to slide, carry, push, pull or move the different […]
By Dr. Neil Canter, Contributing Editor | TLT Tech Beat August 2023 Impingement of air and gas at a rate approaching the speed of sound produces almost complete combustion. HIGHLIGHTS • A new design for […]
Introduction The phenomenon of stick-slip involves the dynamic interaction between two surfaces, where they alternately stick together and then slide over one another, leading to fluctuations in the force of friction between them. In general, […]
By Dr. Neil Canter, Contributing Editor | TLT Tech Beat August 2023 Researchers developed a concept that has the long-term potential to significantly reduce the consumption of the fossil fuels causing climate change. HIGHLIGHTS • […]
By Dr. Neil Canter, Contributing Editor | TLT Tech Beat August 2023 A three-fold increase in the coefficient of friction occurs during the oral processing of chocolate. HIGHLIGHTS • During the eating of chocolate, a […]
The EU recognizes the importance of innovative advanced materials in achieving long-term economic, technological, and environmental goals. Composite materials, known for their strength, lightness, sustainability, and various functionalities, are extensively used across industries. However, small […]
Introduction In recent years, carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have emerged as one of the most promising materials due to their extraordinary properties. With ultrahigh strength and modulus, as well as anisotropic electrical conductivity, CNTs possess unique […]
