Role of Academia in Industrial Developments
The word ‘academic’ often has a pejorative implication. The contribution of generations of academics in the development and dissemination of scientific, engineering and technical...
Chemingineering | Powering the Future
This month, our columnist examines the architecture, advantages and limitations of the Lithium-ion battery. Energy storage in large quantities is important if we have...
Chemingineering – Sustainability by Design
The new “Sustainability by Design” concept proposed by EU will transform the global chemical industry. The innovative framework aims to improve product safety, reduce...
Chemingineering – Non-Lithium Batteries
Massive capacities of energy storage are required for accelerated adoption of renewable power. Metal-air batteries made from cheaper and widely available iron, zinc and...
Chemingineering- Collaborative Robots
The first reference to robots in the modern sense comes from the 1920 play R.U.R. (Rossum's Universal Robots) by Czech writer Karel Čapek. The...
Chemingineering – Something Special
This month’s column examines the business of specialty chemicals, which are omnipresent in our daily routines. Specialty chemicals deliver significant values to the end...
Chemingineering – Sense out of Sensors
Sensors are the eyes and ears of a chemical plant. They are traditionally used for process control and optimisation. But in recent years, sensors...
Chemingineering | The Mother Molecule
On 17th April we learned that Helium Hydride – the first molecule of the Universe – has been spotted in space. Our columnist provides...
Chemingineering: Aerogel-Wonder Insulation
Aerogel insulation is a game-changer for industry. Its low thermal conductivity and hydrophobic properties make it a formidable defence against temperature extremes and corrosion...
Chemingineering | The Plastic Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic has altered the public perception of plastic, promoting its profligate use. Overnight it has been transformed from a muchmaligned villain to...
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