Electron Beam Technology Reported to Boost Properties of Plastic Parts

A new 10 MeV electron beam accelerator at Mercury Plastics is said to provide increased power and excellent dose uniformity for processing tubing, wire and cable, and rubber products, among others. MIDDLEFIELD, Ohio—Thermoplastic parts manufacturer Mercury Plastics...

Researchers Demonstrate the First Chip-Based 3D Printer

Smaller than a coin, this optical device could enable rapid prototyping on the go. Adam Zewe | MIT News Imagine a portable 3D printer you could hold in the palm of your hand. The tiny device could enable a user to rapidly create customized, low-cost objects on the go,...