2+ hour, 53+ min ago   (379+ words) HARBIN, China—Researchers have found a way to create strong bonds between plastic and metal parts without using adhesives or fasteners. To reduce weight, plastic parts are increasingly being integrated into metal structures. However, joining plastic directly to metal is…...

3+ mon, 3+ week ago   (244+ words) INCHEON, South Korea — It may sound nuts, but researchers at Inha University have developed a high-performance, biodegradable adhesive derived from cashew nut byproducts, offering a potential alternative to petroleum-based materials widely used in manufacturing. The team, led by Kim Hee-jung…...

5+ mon, 4+ week ago   (870+ words) Permanent adhesives rely on strong interfacial chemical interactions and high cohesive strength, producing durable bonds that are not intended to be separated without damage. These adhesives are highly effective in structural applications, but pose challenges for disassembly, recycling or repairs....