To improve the application of carbon black (CB)-filled polymer composites, we investigated the relationship between the processing parameters, microstructure and electrical properties of injection ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Countless commercial and industrial products are routinely produced by manufacturing processes where solid parts, for instance thermoplastics, are molded through injecting molten ...

LCP parts like these were flashing for one molder, posing a nearly unsolvable dilemma for the Troubleshooter. This article continues our series of troubleshooting reports from one of the leading ...

Macromolecules make up the majority of plastics, which are then processed into shaped pieces, semi-finished goods, films, or fibers. The selection of macromolecules, the production method, and the ...

"Resorbable" is becoming an increasingly popular feature for the materials used in medical devices. Learn what it takes to work with this type of material. The recent FDA approval of Abbott's Absorb ...

Manufacturers that must demonstrate energy savings in their operations can do so by substituting polymer mineral castings for steel structures. The total casting production process is can save up to ...

Dublin, June 04, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "PEEK Market by Reinforcement Type (Glass Filled, Carbon Filled, Unfilled), Processing Method (Extrusion, Injection Molding), End User (Electrical & ...

Composites of continuous carbon fibers and thermoset polymers can now be made using a new 3D printing technology. Such composites are strong and lightweight and may find applications in many ...