As lithium-ion batteries evolve to meet demands for increased energy density, safety, and form factor versatility, one component remains central to their capacity and reliability: the separator.
DetailsThroughout the 18th century, many scientists questioned the nature of heat. Isaac Newton thought that heat was transferred by the vibrations of particles, while Robert Hooke believed heat was a property of the body that arose from the motion of its parts.
DetailsLithium-ion batteries are transforming key industries through efficient power storage. Today’s battery scientists must build upon previous discoveries while focusing on the battery elements that will drive progress in leading application areas.
DetailsIf your materials change during testing — curing, gelling, or cross‑linking — traditional step‑by‑step frequency measurements are not fast enough to keep up with rapidly changing properties. Fast frequency chirps offer the same data up to ten times faster than traditional frequency sweeps.
DetailsLithium-ion batteries (LIB) are manufactured through a multistep process combining various active and inactive materials. Material selection and processing conditions can greatly affect the final battery performance.
DetailsAntibody stability is crucial for antibody performance in therapeutics. High antibody thermostabilities are essential for creating products with a reasonable shelf life and avoiding problems with deterioration of the biophysical properties of the antibody.
DetailsAntibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) are a cutting-edge class of biopharmaceuticals transforming oncology treatment with increased specificity and efficacy. Their impact is only growing, as 14 ADCs have received global market approval to date and hundreds more are in development.
DetailsFrom plastic for medical devices to rubber for tires, the materials we use must meet increasingly high demands. Product manufacturers and consumers expect their materials to look good, perform well, and cost less, all while being environmentally friendly. Fulfilling all these expectations requires deep understanding of material behavior from the molecular level to real world mechanical properties. Since there are many factors that affect the properties of materials, precise measurement tools and methods are required to ensure that materials fulfill the high expectations of our world. A key measurement and analysis method to evaluate the properties of materials at various stages of development and production is Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA).
DetailsThe world is driven by battery power, and the various battery testing laboratory applications help to ensure that we get the most out of them.
DetailsSummer is all about sunshine, pool days, and of course — sunscreen. But while most people are focused on SPF and water resistance, we’re here to talk about something just as important (and way more fun if you’re a science nerd): rheology.
DetailsIn rheology, the Deborah number (De) carries a timeless message: everything flows — if you wait long enough. Named after the prophetess Deborah, it stands out as a rare feminine presence in the language of rheology, and a poetic one. The number reminds us that what appears solid and unchanging may, over long enough timescales, soften, yield, and flow.
DetailsWhether you’ve used a cell phone or driven an electric vehicle (please, not at the same time), you’ve probably come to realize that lithium-ion batteries are taking over the energy world. They power our portable electronics, vital medical equipment, electric vehicles, and renewable energy storage. As the market expands, researchers are finding ways to make Li-ion batteries increasingly powerful, dependable, and safe, all while minimizing production time and cost.
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