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Composites send drones to the skies

04/12/2023

In 2020, a group of engineers working in the drone research lab at Politecnico di Milano, Italy (PoliMI) used their expertise in drone design, integration, flight testing, and production to form a new spin-off company. ANT-X was born: a custom drone solutions provider with one foot in the research sphere of PoliMI and the other in the rapidly expanding global drone market.

Digital trading platform drives big push in plastics recycling

04/09/2023

Plastics are super-versatile and an essential part of our everyday lives, yet even today, they often end up being incinerated. A more sustainable plastics economy is needed.

Graphene Flagship’s innovations in automotive technology accelerate green mobility

16/08/2023

Here, Ali Shaygan Nia, Business Developer for Graphene-Based Coatings and Composites for the Graphene Flagship examines the innovations that have helped to develop ground-breaking solutions that enhance automotive components, improve safety and contribute to a greener future.

Breaking down the truth behind biodegradability

02/06/2023

According to Report Insights, the biodegradable plastics market was worth $7.65 billion in 2022 and is projected to exceed $22.12 billion by 2030. While the appetite for plastics made from natural feedstocks is increasing, what can we expect for the future of bioplastic research?

Lighting up CERN