On-chip solid-state Zn-air microbattery and method for its manufacture
On-chip solid-state Zn-air microbattery and method for its manufacture A microimprint method for on-chip fabrication of Zn-air microbatteries is presented, which bypasses complications of catalyst incorporation on the chip at a target position and paves the way towards production of miniaturized, rechargeable energy sources. Challenge On-chip microsystems are promising for intelligent electronics and may offer […]
Biobased adhesive formulation
Biobased adhesive formulation A novel production method for a biobased adhesive, which comprises a tailored lignin structure as main component, is presented. The process technology overcomes the use of toxic phenol and formaldehyde, while the resulting adhesive exhibits superior physicochemical and mechanical properties. Challenge Phenol-formaldehyde resins are renowned representatives for the bonding of various materials […]
Efficient bonding and connecting of silicone components
Efficient bonding and connecting of silicone components A process technology for creating strong and durable connections between silicone regions or parts is presented, which involves a specific combination of vacuum ultraviolet irradiation and tailored application of mechanical pressure. Challenge Silicone (also known as polysiloxane) is a synthetic polymer and is known for its relatively high […]
Efficient recycling of plastic waste
Efficient recycling of plastic waste The technology comprises the efficient production of recyclable plastics or other plastic fractions from structurally altered plastic waste. Challenge Material recycling can be divided into chemical, thermal, and mechanical processes. Chemical processes focus on structural modification of materials with the aim to break them down into their basic building blocks. […]