Biotechnology is the key to better plastics
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Biotechnology will increasingly be used in plastics manufacture, leading to lower costs and new products. The structure of polyolefins can be rearranged to enhance their performance and materials based on spider silk may be synthesized. Applications for the new products are expected to include packaging, fibers and engineered parts. Du Pont has filed 582 patent claims for its Versipol catalysts which instill higher properties in polyolefins.
Publication Name: Eureka
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0261-2097
Year: 1998
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Cracking a rock need not be a blast
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A description is presented concerning the design and construction of a technique which can be used to split rocks or demolish buildings without the need for explosive materials. The use of air guns to split rocks is discussed.
Publication Name: Eureka
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0261-2097
Year: 2001
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The power is the glory in hydraulics
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Developments in hydraulic power pack technology are discussed, focusing on the three main requirements of speed, efficiency and durability.
Publication Name: Eureka
Subject: Engineering and manufacturing industries
ISSN: 0261-2097
Year: 2001
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