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30-05-2023

Molecular nanolayers organize themselves

The self-assembly of special molecules is sufficient to grow nanolayers in a targeted manner. This is what a Marburg research team from physics and chemistry has discovered. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/molecular-nanolayers-organize-themselves-3379437.html

23-03-2023

Golden passive heating for eyeglass lenses?

A new gold nanocoating heats lenses with sunlight, so they no longer fog up even in high humidity. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/golden-passive-heating-for-eyeglass-lenses-3317706.html

21-03-2023

Aero Shark now certified for Boeing 777

The European Aviation Safety Agency has granted Lufthansa Technik a Supplemental Type Certificate, which now officially paves the way for the series conversion of two Boeing 777 variants with the fuel-saving Riblet "Aero Shark" films. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/aero-shark-now-certified-for-boeing-777-3317703.html

21-02-2023

Programmable laser beams save over 30 percent energy

Researchers at the Fraunhofer ILT can freely program the beam profile of a laser with high temporal resolution using a liquid crystal modulator. Energy savings of 30 % compared to conventional methods are the minimum target. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/programmable-laser-beams-save-over-30-percent-energy-3317683.html

03-01-2023

Low-energy accelerated electrons produce antifouling coatings

Electron beam technology can be used to reliably treat and functionalize surfaces. Now, the Fraunhofer Institute FEP has succeeded in creating non-stick coatings on plastic films by applying low-energy accelerated electrons without using additional chemical crosslinkers. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/low-energy-accelerated-electrons-produce-antifouling-coatings-3291891.html

07-12-2022

Nanolayers for recyclable food packaging

Across the EU, more than 300 billion packages are not recycled each year because they consist of a mix of different materials. In one research project, four Fraunhofer institutes are working together on new packaging concepts. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/nanolayers-for-recyclable-food-packaging-3291873.html

16-08-2022

Detect nano-fluorescence signals

Researchers have developed a measurement technique with which nanoscale fluorescent layers can be detected for the first time, independently of costly laboratory equipment. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/detect-nano-fluorescence-signals-3216095.html

09-08-2022

ZVO-Oberflächentage 2022 - Attendance event in Leipzig

From September 14 to 16, 2022, the professional world of electroplating and surface technology will meet again as usual and proven in presence in the Congress Center Leipzig. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/zvo-oberflaechentage-2022-attendance-event-in-leipzig-3201406.html

26-07-2022

Solar research institute uses SALD technology for perovskite solar cells

The Solar Energy Research Institute in Singapore (SERIS) is upgrading its machinery to the SALD process, making perovskite solar cells ready for industrial production. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/solar-research-institute-uses-sald-technology-for-perovskite-solar-cells-3201414.html

08-07-2022

Successful Re-Start for Surface Technology

After the cancellation in 2020 due to the pandemic, Surface Technology Germany experienced a successful restart with around 3000 visitors from Germany and neighboring EU countries. More

https://www.ist-surfacetechnology.com/news/successful-re-start-for-surface-technology-3198730.html