Singapore Makes Significant Strides in Waste Reduction and Recycling Efforts
February 24, 2025 – Singapore Marks Significant Progress in Waste Reduction, Eyes Higher Recycling Rates Singapore has witnessed a remarkable over 10% decrease in waste generation over the past decade, dropping from 7.851 million tonnes in 2013 to 6.859 million tonnes in 2023. Guided by the Zero Waste Masterplan established in 2019, the Singaporean government…
The Dual Role of Petroleum Coke: Industrial Star and Eco-Challenge
February 24, 2025 – Petroleum Coke: Industrial Fuel Star Navigates Eco-Friendly Transformation In the fascinating journey of oil refining, a byproduct named petroleum coke emerges as a star. This black solid, with varying forms ranging from fine powder to large chunks, is the “metamorphosis” of heavy residual oil left after distillation, cracking, and other processes….
Special Polymer Adhesive Boosts Recyclability of Plastics
February 24, 2025 – Revolutionary Adhesive Paves the Way for Enhanced Plastic Recycling A groundbreaking adhesive, designed to boost the quality of recycled plastics, has recently emerged as a game-changer in the realm of plastic recycling. Traditional adhesives often leave stubborn residues after label removal, posing significant challenges to the recycling process. However, a novel…
From Leader to Lagger: Japan’s Humanoid Robot Decline
February 23, 2025 – Japan’s Humanoid Robot Dominance Fades as Global Landscape Shifts Japan, once hailed as the “Kingdom of Robots,” is witnessing a decline in its prominence in the humanoid robot sector. Notably absent from Morgan Stanley’s “Humanoid 100” report, which lists key public companies in the global humanoid robot industry chain, Japan’s absence…
Innovative Composite Pressure Pipe Revolutionizes Pipeline Construction
February 23, 2025 – A novel composite pipe material, known as the Multi-Reinforced Steel-Plastic Composite Pressure Pipe, has recently garnered significant attention. Utilizing a unique manufacturing process, this pipe seamlessly integrates steel and plastic materials, resulting in a high-performance composite. The structural design of this composite pressure pipe is ingeniously crafted, featuring a plastic lining…
Innovative Catalyst Boosts Plastic Recycling Rates and Hydrogen Output, DGIST Study Finds
February 23, 2025 – A groundbreaking advancement in plastic recycling technology has been achieved by Professor Chiyoung Park’s team at the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology (DGIST) in South Korea. The research findings, published in the esteemed “Chemical Engineering Journal,” introduce a novel catalytic technique that efficiently removes additives from plastics while simultaneously…
The Blue Revolution: Deep-Sea Enzyme Transforms Marine Pollution and Global Markets
February 23, 2025 – A groundbreaking announcement has been made by the Chinese Academy of Environmental Sciences and China Shipbuilding Group: the new marine plastic-degrading enzyme, “OceanClean 1,” has successfully achieved industrial-scale production. Concurrently, the two parties have launched an ambitious 30-year plan to clear the Pacific Garbage Patch using their self-built 10,000-ton cleanup fleet….
The Vital Role and Impact of Mineral Fillers in the Plastics Industry
February 23, 2025 – Mineral powder materials play a vital role in the plastics industry, encompassing a wide range such as calcium carbonate, talc, and kaolin. These materials are extensively used in plastic products with the primary objectives of filling, performance enhancement, and cost reduction. The selection of mineral fillers is not arbitrary; they significantly…
Microplastics in Our Lives: A New Threat to Hair Health?
February 21, 2025 – New Potential Culprit in Hair Loss: Microplastics Emerge as a Concern! In recent years, hair loss has become a growing concern for many, with even the younger generation joining the ranks of those experiencing thinning hair, baldness, and receding hairlines. These phenomena have left numerous individuals feeling anxious. Now, surprisingly, microplastics…
Plastic Revolutionizes Rocket Manufacturing: A New Era in Aerospace Materials
February 21, 2025 – Plastic Emerges as a Game-Changer in Rocket Manufacturing, Ushering in a Material Revolution for Aerospace Technology. In the long journey of exploring the universe, an seemingly ordinary material – plastic – is gradually making its mark as a rising star in the field of rocket manufacturing. Traditionally, the selection of materials…