A new manufacturing process for elastomers, which allows nanometer-thin silicone layers to fabricate artificial muscles, has been developed by researchers from Empa and the University of Basel. There are potential future medical applications since this type of artificial muscle is…
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Sinochem and Halcyon Agri join forces to create rubber powerhouse
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Kickstarting MStyr15: One action for safety and labelling compliance
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Wacker Silicones appoints new President
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Arlanxeo launched; Lanxess to receive EUR1.2 bn for jv deal with Saudi Aramco
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Cooper recalls Roadmaster tyres
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Smithers Information creates two new positions
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Apollo Tyres appoints VP for North America
Apollo Tyres has appointed Steven Smidlein as the Senior Vice President for North America. Based out of the New Jersey office and reporting to Neeraj Kanwar, Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Apollo Tyres Ltd, Steven Smidlein would be responsible for…