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Continuous extrusion to cut energy costs and improve quality

RubberWorld 31 Views , 

By using high precision continuous extrusion with an integral, built-in gear pump, it is possible to move away from old style mills, which have a huge footprint, and generally include plenty of safety hazards. Continuous extrusion removes the need for ramping up production in batches, which simplifies and accelerates preparation; and also separates materials input from production output. Current users report that this improves both control of production and quality.

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ArticlesFeaturedMixing

Simulation of rubber formulation development using AI-Graf Compounder

RubberWorld 32 Views , 

Integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into rubber compound development is said to mark a transformative step in materials science, and the authors explore the use of AIGraf Compounder software to simulate and optimize rubber formulations. By leveraging feedforward neural networks, the system can predict material properties based on ingredient compositions.

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ArticlesFeaturedThermoplastic Elastomers & Urethanes

Surface modified polyester polyurethane foams with varying pore sizes for decanted water treatment in oil spill response

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Testing of two polyurethane foams as absorbants for oil spill remediation is examined, and a surface treatment to enhance oil removal efficiency is explored by the authors. This work is said to be crucial in determining the optimal foam formulation for oil spill cleanup.

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