http://www.che.com Chemical Engineering en-us 2013 Wed, 19 Jun 2013 7:52:40 EDT The intermediary report on "10 Years of Research: Risk Assessment, Human and Environmental Toxicology of Nanomaterials" by the joint Dechema/VCI Working Group "Responsible Production and Use of Nanomaterials" is now available in English. Experts from industry and research institutions... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/9013.html Thu, 16 Feb 2012 0:00:00 EST With the newly-developed S-Jet system, it is possible to achieve particle sizes in the nanometer range, which were previously achievable only with wet grinding, says this company. S-Jet (for steam and superfine) uses superheated steam... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/8671.html Tue, 1 Nov 2011 0:00:00 EDT One of the biggest factors hindering widespread adoption of polymer exchange membrane fuel-cells (PEMFCs) is the high price of the platinum metal needed to catalyze the reduction-oxidation chemistry in the fuel cell. In a step toward reducing platinum content, a Florida State University (FSU; Tallahassee... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/6100.html Mon, 1 Nov 2010 0:00:00 EDT Lanxess AG (Leverkusen, Germany; www.lanxess.com) has developed a polymer additive for plastics and rubber that is now available for industrial application. These microgels, which consist of nanoscale organic particles, can be used to improve the material properties of elastomer and thermoplastic materials... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4991.html Mon, 10 Aug 2009 0:00:00 EDT Most chemical engineers and chemists are aware of the recent excitement generated by nanotechnology, but many may wonder what all the fuss is about. Nanotechnology deals with small, nanometer-scale objects, which chemical engineers and chemists deal with everyday, at least in the form of atoms and molecules. Even so, those who realize that there is some distinction are often a little unsure of the "nuts and bolts" involved.... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4496.html Sun, 1 Feb 2009 0:00:00 EST Researchers at the Nanotube Research Center of the National Institute of Advanced Industrial Science and Technology (AIST; Tokyo; www.aist.go.jp) have developed a process for making organic nanotubes of metal complexes (photo, left). The scientists have produced organic nanotubes with metal ions (Zn+2, Cu+2... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4458.html Thu, 1 Jan 2009 0:00:00 EST Bayer MaterialScience (BMS; Leverkusen, Germany; www.bayermaterialscience.com) has received regulatory approval from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA; Washington, D.C.) for Baytubes, BMS’ multi-wall carbon nanotubes (CE, December 2005, p. 16). This enables the company to sell Baytubes... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4421.html Fri, 19 Dec 2008 0:00:00 EST Other chemical engineering topics published recently include materials chemistry, control valves, smart sensors, process design, bioelectrochemistry and plasma chemistry.... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4309.html Sat, 1 Nov 2008 0:00:00 EDT A new pilot reactor — claimed to be the world’s first, complete two-step supersonic reactor — for producing nanoparticles has started operation at the Technology Service Center of the Wolfgang Industrial Park (IPW) GmbH, a subsidiary of Evonik Industries AG (Essen, Germany; www.evonik.com). Designed by Evonik’s Process Technology & Engineering Service Unit, in collaboration with seven universities and the German Aerospace Center (DLR; Cologne, Germany), the reactor uses supersonic flow to generate particles in the gas phase.... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4330.html Sat, 1 Nov 2008 0:00:00 EDT Handbook of Chemical Technology and Pollution Control. Third Edition. By Martin B. Hocking. 30 Corporate Drive, Suite 400, Burlington, MA 01803. Web: wiley.com. 2006. 830 pages, $95.95. Reviewed by V. N. Lad, S. V. National Institute of Technology, Gujarat, India Sustainable development that incorporates... http://www.che.com/processing_and_handling/nanotechnology/4161.html Mon, 15 Sep 2008 0:00:00 EDT