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New Technology
Materials AI: Foundation models for clean energy challenges
AZoM (ChemRxiv preprint server) USA Overview A recent ChemRxiv preprint explores the evolution of AI in materials science, discussing the transition from narrow, task-specific machine learning models to broader foundation models applicab... -
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DOWSIL TC-5533: Dow thermal gap compound vs Henkel offerings
openPR.com (Future Market Insights) USA Overview Material innovation in the thermal gap compound market focuses on developing high thermal conductivity and eco-friendly products, especially for battery pack assemblies. Dow offers DOWSIL ... -
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Henkel EV Adhesives: 2026 thermal gap filler specs explained
Kings Research USA Overview Henkel launched two high thermal conductivity materials for electric vehicles (EVs) in May 2026: Bergquist TGF 2030APS thermal gap filler (1.7 W/m·K) and Loctite TLB 9270APS thermal conductive adhesive (2 W/m·... -
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Birjand University: Plant nanocatalyst for water antibiotics
Tech Xplore (Birjand University of Medical Sciences) Iran Overview Researchers at Birjand University of Medical Sciences have developed a plant-based magnetic photocatalyst capable of completely removing ciprofloxacin antibiotics from wa... -
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Virginia Tech: 4x stronger recyclable duct tape adhesives
Phys.org USA Overview Virginia Tech researchers have developed two innovative adhesives: one is four times stronger than commercial duct tape adhesive and degrades in minutes with weak alkaline water, while the other enables co-recycling... -
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Project Suncatcher: Google’s 2026 AI orbit test and specs
HPCwire USA Overview Google announced the launch of a prototype satellite next week for the first in-orbit test of 'Project Suncatcher,' aiming to validate the future feasibility of large-scale AI computing infrastructure in space. As pa... -
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Google Orbital AI: 4 TPU satellite specs and 1-year operation
Tom's Hardware USA Overview Google is set to launch its experimental MVP satellite next week as part of 'Project Suncatcher,' aiming to operate an AI data center in space. The satellite will feature four Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) wi... -
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Keytruda: Merck’s ISS microgravity research for formulation
TradingView USA Overview Merck's blockbuster cancer drug Keytruda has significantly benefited from microgravity research conducted on the International Space Station (ISS), which advanced the development of a faster subcutaneous formulat... -
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Project Suncatcher: Google’s 2026 AI TPU SpaceX mission timeline
Google Blog USA Overview Google's Project Suncatcher is initiating its first in-orbit test, sending prototype satellites equipped with Google's Tensor Processing Units (TPUs) aboard a SpaceX Transporter-18 mission to evaluate AI performa... -
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Beyond Gravity: Phononic Crystal PAS vibration specs and patent
AZoM Unknown Overview Beyond Gravity has filed a patent application for a novel Payload Adapter System (PAS) that significantly improves satellite protection against launch vibrations. This new PAS incorporates phononic crystal technolog...