A new nanotube-based cooling device from UCLA can lower temperatures by up to 25°F (13.9°C) without refrigerants or high energy use. This flexible, electricity-powered system could be used in wearable cooling and portable electronics. Full story: trimtabs.co/post/nanotube-…

LED headlights don’t generate heat, so in winter conditions, they ice over, reducing visibility. Rivian has patented a CNT heating layer capable of melting snow and ice, making winter driving safer. Full article: trimtabs.co/post/cnt-for-s…

CNT dispersion is crucial for their incorporation into exciting applications. However, CNTs tend to agglomerate. Choosing the right dispersion method is key to stability and effectiveness. Follow along as we break it down. [1/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/carbon-na…

Ball milling, ultrasonication, and high-shear mixing are popular mechanical methods for CNT dispersion. Ball milling suits solids, ultrasonication works in liquids, and high-shear mixing excels in polymers. [2/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/carbon-na…

Chemical CNT dispersion methods include functionalisation & surfactant/polymer treatments for long-term stability. Acids reduce van der Waals forces, while surfactants & polymers use amphiphilic properties or electrostatic repulsion. [3/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/carbon-na…

CNT dispersion is transforming industries! The right dispersion method is key, from polymer composites to conductive inks, batteries & aerospace materials. Mechanical and chemical techniques are enabling next-gen CNT applications. [4/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/carbon-na…

We spoke with Dr Myrsini Maglogianni from James and Patricia Anderson College of Engineering to explore how she is using CNTs to boost strength and conductivity in conductive concrete. Infrastructure innovation is just getting started! Follow along as we break it down. [1/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/conductiv…

Self-sensing concrete? With CNT-modified cement, structures can sense stress & strain in real-time. This smart material could revolutionise infrastructure monitoring for safer, smarter, & stronger structures. Full story: trimtabs.co/post/cnts-as-p…

Conductive concrete + CNTs = smarter, safer roads. Dr Myrsini Maglogianni is exploring how tiny amounts of CNTs can de-ice pavements with minimal energy and even detect cracks early. Big impacts from tiny nanomaterials! [2/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/conductiv…

Dispersion is the key challenge in using CNTs for conductive concrete. Dr. Maglogianni’s team studies suspensions pre-mix + properties post-set. Scaling this tech is tough – but with huge potential for smarter, stronger infrastructure. [3/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/conductiv…

We’re excited to be supporting Dr. Myrsini Maglogianni by providing her with our CNTs made from non-recycled plastics. She plans to explore how they compare in dispersion & conductivity – key to enabling zero-carbon conductive concrete. [4/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/conductiv…

Researchers used carbon nanotubes to create a strain sensor that detects motion in multiple directions – a big step for biomedical devices. We’re excited to see how nanotubes revolutionise medical devices in the future! Full story: trimtabs.co/post/cnts-in-b…

Vantablack® by Surrey NanoSystems absorbs 99.65% of light, making it the darkest man-made material. Built from CNTs, it’s now being tested for space tech – successfully cutting photon leakage at cryo temps. The future’s never looked darker. Full story: trimtabs.co/post/cnts-vant…

KERI researchers have developed a new method to create strong, lightweight CNT wires for wearables – offering an alternative to copper wires. A leap forward for smartwatches, fitness tech, and even firefighter gear! Full story: trimtabs.co/post/ultra-lig…

New CNT-based phototransistor design boosts IR detection with high responsivity, detectivity & fast response. Scalable, cost-effective, and ideal for night vision, space, & bioimaging. A leap for low-light tech! Full story: trimtabs.co/post/cnts-to-s…

A new flexible thermoelectric material combining CNTs and BST shows 5.7x higher performance – plus durability after 10K bends. A breakthrough for next-gen thermoelectric generators: wearable tech, waste heat recovery, and more. Full story: trimtabs.co/post/thermoele…

Copper has powered our world since the 1800s, thanks to its conductivity and strength. But as tech evolves, so must our materials. Enter carbon nanotube (CNT) wires – lightweight and efficient. Is copper’s reign ending? [1/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/history-o…

Did you know carbon was the original star of electric lighting? In the 1860s, carbon wires made from bamboo were used for lamp filaments. With high resistance and heat tolerance, they led the way – until tungsten stole the spotlight. [2/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/history-o…

Carbon wires got a reboot in the 1950s, but the real breakthrough came in 1991 with the discovery of CNTs. Wet-spinning aligned CNTs into fibres, unlocking their full potential. Now, CNT wires are set to rival copper. [3/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/history-o…

CNT wires match copper’s conductivity but are lighter and stronger – perfect for aerospace and wearables. As production improves, they could replace copper entirely, boosting efficiency and durability. The future of wiring is here! [4/4] Read more: trimtabs.co/post/history-o…