The global environmental concerns for reducing the carbon emissions has provided an opportunity for development of sources of renewable energy. The policy interventions such as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) by countries and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are presently creating a demand for renewable energy, globally.
The rate of expansion of renewable capacity installations varies substantially across the regions, and developing nations and developed ... Read more
Light weight, high strength, durability, and non-flammable floor panels are key criteria in the manufacture of aerospace floor panels. Sandwich honeycomb panels replaced conventionally used heavier sheet or stringer or beam support approach for floor panels in the 1940s in the aerospace industry in order to reduce the weight and increase payload and flight distance. These products are used for flooring in aircraft. Based on application and property, various core materials such as aluminum, ... Read more
Coatings are applied on glass surfaces to offer special features to glass products. Flat glass is processed with coatings to provide certain qualities and properties, such as self-cleaning, water and dirt retardation, corrosion resistance, energy efficiency, increased durability, to the glass. Glass surface is exposed to vapors, which bind to the glass surface, thereby forming a coating. Coated glass is used in mirrors and other decorative applications.
Coatings are applied on glass surfaces to offer special features to glass products. Flat glass is processed with coatings to provide certain qualities and properties, such as self-cleaning, water and dirt retardation, corrosion resistance, energy efficiency, increased durability, to the glass. Glass surface is exposed to vapors, which bind to the glass surface, thereby forming a coating. Coated glass is used in mirrors and other decorative applications.
Friction is a common problem that machines face. It not only reduces the working efficiency of a machine or a moving part, but also causes wear and tear of rubbing surfaces. Hence, it is essential to reduce or eliminate friction between moving parts or rubbing surfaces in order to improve their efficiency and working life. This is achieved with the help of lubricants, which have now become a vital part of every machinery and an essential component of every industry. Lubricant can be defined ... Read more
Diketene is an organic compound and colorless liquid with the molecular formula of C4H4O2. It is a member of the oxetane family. Diketene is manufactured by the process of dimerization of ketene. It is used as a reagent in organic chemistry. Diketenes with two alkyl chains are used in the manufacture of paper for sizing of paper in order to improve their printability. Diketene is a highly reactive building block, which can be combined with numerous other chemical compounds to make a wide ... Read more
Barium fluoride (BaF2) has chemical composition of barium and fluoride. It is a solid material of transparent crystals that occurs naturally as Frankdicksonit. It is obtained in solid form with a transparent property. Barium fluoride is water-insoluble and used extensively in various applications such as optics for astronomical instrumentation, IR optics, and space optics. Currently, it is the fastest known scintillator. It has an ... Read more
Polyurethane is a polymer comprising of organic molecules. Polyurethane elastomers are derived from polyurethane. Polyurethane elastomers are derived from the reaction between isocyanate molecule and a molecule of multiple alcohol groups called polyol. Polyurethane elastomer is a class or material of polyurethane that possesses properties of a rubber. Akin to rubber material, polyurethane elastomers exhibit qualities such as plasticity, elasticity, and resistance to abrasion & solvents. ... Read more
Diketene is an organic compound and colorless liquid with the molecular formula of C4H4O2. It is a member of the oxetane family. Diketene is manufactured by the process of dimerization of ketene. It is used as a reagent in organic chemistry. Diketenes with two alkyl chains are used in the manufacture of paper for sizing of paper in order to improve their printability. Diketene is a highly reactive building block, which can be combined with numerous other chemical compounds to make a wide ... Read more
Electricity is produced in power generation plants and then transferred to end consumers through various transmission and distribution lines. Electric power transmission is the mass transfer of electrical energy from power generation plants to electrical substations. Amid the power generation stations and the end consumers, electricity runs through numerous substations at various voltage levels. In electric power transmission various faults such as symmetrical, unsymmetrical, substation, and ... Read more
Global Electrical Appliance Coatings Market: Overview
Electrical appliances use attractive coatings that enhance quality and offer corrosion resistance and durability. The appearance of quality provides added value and helps make products more distinctive. Coatings on electrical appliances can be used for enhancing both thermal conductivity and lubrication properties. Polymer-based coating solutions act as superior barriers to moisture and foreign contaminants and ... Read more
Plasticizers can be defined as a chemicals that are added to polymers to soften the hardness and brittleness of plastic. The use of plasticizers helps provide flexibility and softness, thereby improving the toughness of the material. Polyvinyl chloride accounts for more than 80% of overall plasticizers consumption. Traditionally, phthalate plasticizers were most commonly used across a number of applications. However, there has been a rise in awareness about the risks to human health and the ... Read more
Agriculture is a leading sector that impacts the economic development of a country. Low agricultural production and inefficient irrigation systems have to be remedied to enhance the productivity of crops, and thereby strengthen the economic development of a country. This spurs the utilization of mechanized irrigation systems globally. Smart irrigation is an advanced way of water management in the irrigation process. Traditional irrigation systems, such as surface irrigation, are highly ... Read more
Demand for substitutes for biomedical therapies is rising at a rapid space. These substitutes are called biomaterials, and they do not react with biological systems. Direct contact between blood and any biological material could sustain with the help of some heparin-based anticoagulant or antithrombotic treatment, but the biological system have some time span. This treatment is used to avoid clotting of blood. After many years of research, it was observed that polymers can be used for ... Read more
Homopolymers are polymers made up of just one type of monomers. They are broadly used in plastic processing for the manufacture of products, which can lower the weight of a particular product. Homopolymers possess properties such as excellent weight-to-strength ratio, good resistance to chemicals, weldability, low density, and high resistance to moisture. Homopolymers are considered high volume products in several end-use industries. Polypropylene is a widely used homopolymer.
Histidine is defined as α-amino acid that is used in the biosynthesis of proteins. It contains α-amino group, carboxylic acid, and imidazole side chain, classifying it as a positively charged amino acid at physiological pH. Histidine is defined as an amino acid used in the biosynthesis of proteins. It is the precursor of histamine and is considered important in the synthesis of purines. Akin to arginine and lysine, histidine is classified as a basic amino acid. However, histidine’s side ... Read more
Carbon black can be defined as the commercial form of solid carbon. It is manufactured through a highly controlled process to produce engineered aggregates of carbon particles. These particles generally vary in size, aggregate size, shape, porosity, and surface chemistry. Conductive carbon black is considered as a highly reliable and cost-effective solution for manufacturing of electrical conductive plastic compounds. Usage and selection of carbon black compound depend on three factors: ... Read more
Marine diesel engines can be defined as engines that operate on diesel fuel. These are used as the primary source of providing main propulsion to ships and turn propellers of a ship. There are various types of marine engines; for example, some marine engines use gas as fuel. Of the many marine engines, marine diesel engines have the highest thermal efficiency, i.e. the ability to extract energy out of fuel. Hence, it is a commonly used type of marine engine.
Isononanoic acid is a type of fatty acid with nine carbon atoms. It is also called pelargonic acid. Its chemical formula is C9H18O2. Isononanoic acid is obtained by oxidation of isononyl aldehyde. The acid is a mixture of isomers with 3, 5, 5-trimethyl hexanoic acid with weight percentage of about 90. Isononanoic acid is a clear, colorless liquid with faint odor. It is miscible with organic solvents. Isononanoic acid is only sparingly soluble in water. The ... Read more
Expansion of several industries such as food & beverage, building & construction etc., has led to the growth of several players operating in the respective industries. These industries are expanding at a rapid pace and several players are operating at the global level. The success of these businesses largely depends on the smooth functioning of their logistics divisions. Logistics plays a pivotal role in the successful functioning of any business. Strapping materials form a major and ... Read more
Pyrolytic Boron Nitride (PBN) is defined as a high-temperature, anisotropic ceramic, a combination of high electrical resistance and superior thermal conductivity. This non-toxic, non-porous compound is exceptionally pure due to the synthesis process which is a high-temperature or low-pressure chemical vapor deposition. Pyrolytic boron nitride can be deposited conveniently or machined into a wide range of components for various applications in manufacturing items such as cubicles, boats, ... Read more
Nitrate is a polyatomic ion containing one atom of nitrogen and three atoms of oxygen. Nitrate salts, which are a major source of sodium nitrate, are naturally obtained from the earth’s crust. Sodium nitrate is an alkali metal nitrate salt containing sodium and nitrate ions. The compound has the chemical formula of NaNO3, and is also referred as Chile saltpetre, cubic or soda nitre, nitratine, and nitratite. Sodium nitrate is obtained either from mines or through chemical synthesis in ... Read more
In the electrical & electronics industry, the potting system refers to the process where the complete electrical assembly is filled with a gelatinous or solid compound in order to offer resistance to shock and vibration. It also performs the function of excluding corrosive agents and moisture. In other words, the potting system offers protection to the electrical assembly from environmental exposure. In a majority of cases, the electrical assembly is placed in a shell or a case, and the ... Read more
A refrigerant is a fluid that is used in air conditioners and refrigerators. The function of a refrigerant is to absorb heat from the contents of the refrigerator or the room (in case of ACs) and throw it out into the atmosphere. A typical refrigerant undergoes a phase change from liquid to gas upon absorption of heat, and back to liquid when a compressor compresses it. There are various types of refrigerants available such as chlorofluorocarbon (CFC), hydro fluro carbons (HFC), and ... Read more
The global environmental concerns for reducing the carbon emissions has provided an opportunity for development of sources of renewable energy. The policy interventions such as Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) by countries and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are presently creating a demand for renewable energy, globally.
Sodium lactate is a salt derived from neutralizing lactic acid, which is produced by fermenting sugar source such as beet and corn. It has mild saline taste and the chemical formulae is NaC3H5O3. Also known as lactic acid sodium salt, it possesses high water holding capacity. Sodium lactate is naturally produced in all the animal and human muscle tissues.
Market Structure
The global sodium lactate market can be segmented based ... Read more
Increasing demand of hydrocarbon fuels for heat and power generation from the transportation industry and the power generation industry for domestic and industrial power generation, has led to the development of a large range of fuel additives to meet industry requirements. The range of fuel additives utilized reflects the array of different types of fuels which are benefited from these additives as well as the scale of performance feature that can be improvised as well as operational ... Read more
The usage of electric power distribution systems has been rising due to the increase in demand for electric vehicles and distributed energy resources such as stored energy and renewable sources. The self-healing grid is a system includes automated controls, advanced software, and sensors that utilizes real-time distribution data to isolate and detect faults and to reconfigure the distribution network. It assure grid stability and improve reliability. These grid employ real-time communication ... Read more
Phosphate is a salt or ester of orthophosphoric acid. It is a polyatomic ion containing a phosphorous atom bonded to four oxygen atoms. Phosphates, with an empirical formula of PO43−, occur either in minerals or as organophosphates in organic molecules. Phosphate salts found in mines are refined and purified for various applications. Phosphate salts offer solubility, dispersion and absorption capabilities, sequestering (chelating) power, and buffering strength. Tributyl ... Read more
Governments of various countries across the globe are is investing significantly in the development of modes of transport. Trains play an important role in the transportation system. They offer long-term conveyance solutions to commuters. Trains bring cities closer, thus improving business productivity. They are an economical alternative to domestic aviation. Trains have a lower impact on the environment as compared to other modes of transport, owing to low energy consumption and low gas ... Read more