A Russian chemistry experiment is being run on the International Space Station to create polymer walls that form shells in the weightlessness of space. The experiment is being conducted in a contained glovebox with two hardening processes to ‘set’ the end structures. Not only does the experiment demonstrate this method of creating polymers, it also... Read more »
Although a federal mediator has been sent to help with disagreements, West Coast ports are still continuing to experience delays. International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) both sent out press releases earlier this month blaming each other for the delays and disagreements. On Jan. 16th, an industry coalition, including... Read more »
The University of Wisconsin’s Mechanical Engineering department has found a way to use 3D printers to make 3D music scores for the blind. The 3D music scores are in its early stages and the engineers have to overcome some hurdles like how to mass-produce them. For more information: http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/3d-printed-music-scores-help-the-blind-feel-every-note/ar-AA85MqO?ocid=UP97DHP
Despite the chemical industry’s heavy protesting and lobbying, NYC finalized its ban on polystyrene food and beverage containers. The city’s Dept. of Sanitation claims that the polystyrene foam is not recyclable or reusable. Chemical manufacturers of these products are arguing that polystyrene is indeed recyclable. Other cities that also has banned the use of polystyrene... Read more »
