Stanford University researchers have developed tiny new robots, the MicroTugs that can pull nearly 2,000 times their own weight. Through use of a special directional adhesive, the MicroTugs utilise the van der Waals force, the same force used by ants…
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New KraussMaffei Berstorff tool centering system for the production of rubber hoses
On the occasion of this year’s IRC (International Rubber Conference) in Nuremberg (29th June to 2nd July 2015, hall 12, stand 264) KraussMaffei Berstorff will exhibit a straight-through extrusion head with hydraulic tool centering system and X-ray measuring device. This…
Goodyear introduces tyres containing next-Generation silica
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company has begun using a next-generation silica to increase the fuel-efficiency of its tyres. This new silica will be first used in the Goodyear EfficientGrip SUV tyre, which is being launched this month in Latin…
Freudenberg-NOK releases new sealing technology
Freudenberg-NOK Sealing Technologies has developed a sealing technology for roller bearings used in challenging steel-plant applications, the company said on April 29. Radial shaft seals for roller bearings in steel plants like those used for work rolls are replaced after…
Ultra Clear Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR) Technolog to be launched
Momentive Performance Materials Inc. (Momentive) will demonstrate its Ultra Clear Silopren* LSR 7000 (liquid silicone rubber) series at Light Fair International in New York May 5-7. The Silopren LSR 7000 series can meet the increasing demands of cutting-edge LED technology…
New water-resistant adhesive latex by Mallard Creek Polymers introduced
The new water-resistant adhesive latex by Mallard Creek Polymers has been introduced. From 2009 through 2013, butadiene cost has been very volatile, driving many companies to seek alternatives. Beginning in 2014 and extending through at least 2016, butadiene costs have…
Introducing the Nokian Rotiiva HT
The Nokian Rotiiva HT is excellent on asphalt or gravel and moves with ease in light off-road conditions. The New Nokian Rotiiva HT for SUV and Light Truck applications is the most advanced highway tread design with Nokian Tyres’ industry-leading…
A ‘Radical’ Adhesive
Materials supplier Dow Corning unveils new silicone and elastomer technologies aimed at reducing costs and increasing material performance in underhood applications here at the 2015 SAE World Congress. The company says its EA-7100 adhesive is a breakthrough in silicone chemistry…
Can lettuce be a source for rubber?
Rubber is natural and the main ingredient for many everyday products, from boots to condoms to surgical gloves. Roughly 70 % of the global supply of rubber is used in tyres. During World War II, the supply of rubber from…
Relying on safety and sustainability
Globally, rubber demand is expected to grow 1.8% in 2015 and 4.1% in 2016, while plummeting rubber prices, due to oversupply, continue to impact rubber-producing countries in Southeast Asia…