Norway’s Elkem ASA has secured EUR1.8 million in funding from the European Union for its Sicalo (Silicon production with carbon looping) project, which aims to eliminate all CO2 emissions from silicon production. Elkem, SINTEF and NORCE are completing the first pilot phase of Sicalo at Elkem’s…
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Bio-inspired breakthrough in robotic handling inspired by geckos
In a novel approach to robotic handling, researchers have successfully developed a technique that allows fragile objects to be delicately transferred and released without any damage. Taking cues from the adhesive capabilities of geckos, a team of researchers from Kyungpook…
Elkem and Zero enter partnership for sustainable solutions
Silicones supplier Elkem has tied up with environmental organisation Zero to aim to drive advancements towards reduced carbon emissions and improved climate solutions, by leveraging the respective strengths and expertise of both organisations. Elkem says it is already more than…