The prototype kilogram – to which all scales are calibrated to – is losing weight. International efforts are striving to redefine the base unit for measuring mass and, in future, redefine the kilogram ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Due to the massive economic impact of corrosion degradation on metallic structures, the area of active protective coatings has been developed very fast in the past few years. The ...

Optical coatings play a pivotal role in high-power laser systems, where minimising laser-induced damage is essential for ensuring the longevity and performance of the components. Recent research has ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) The huge economic impact of the corrosion of metallic structures is a very important issue for all modern societies. Estimates for the cost of corrosion degradation run to about ...

Electrode coating defects can greatly affect battery performance and safety, and if not caught early, defects such as non-uniformity, scratches, and voids can result in costly downstream failures. The ...

Optical coherence tomography can improve quality control and development of coated dosage forms by allowing film thickness to be measured in real time. The pharmaceutical coating process is a ...

Effective design of the tablet core and the coating process can help prevent film coating problems. Film coatings on pharmaceutical tablets provide a broad range of functionalities, and the coating ...