Forgotten Chemical Photography
Much to the chagrin of Eastman Kodak, the world has moved on from chemical photography into the realm of digital, thanks to the ease of use and high quality of …read more Continue reading Forgotten Chemical Photography
Tag Archives: Chemistry
Anodizing Titanium in Multiple Colors
[Titans of CNC Machining] wanted to anodize some titanium parts. They weren’t looking for a way to make the part harder or less prone to corrosion. They just wanted some …read more Continue reading Anodizing Titanium in Multiple Colors
Anodizing Titanium in Multiple Colors
[Titans of CNC Machining] wanted to anodize some titanium parts. They weren’t looking for a way to make the part harder or less prone to corrosion. They just wanted some …read more Continue reading Anodizing Titanium in Multiple Colors
Nickelback could have kickstarted life on Earth, says new study
One of the most profound mysteries facing science is how exactly life arose from non-living matter. Now, scientists have pinpointed a particular peptide that potentially kickstarted life – and it could all be nickelback’s fault.Continue ReadingCategory… Continue reading Nickelback could have kickstarted life on Earth, says new study
The Curious Etymology Of The Elements
It’s not often that the worlds of lexicography and technology collide, but in a video by the etymologist [RobWords] we may have found a rare example. In a fascinating 16-minute …read more Continue reading The Curious Etymology Of The Elements
Displaying the Time is Elemental With This Periodic Table Clock
We see a lot of clocks here at Hackaday, so many now that it’s hard to surprise us. After all, there are only so many ways to divide the day …read more Continue reading Displaying the Time is Elemental With This Periodic Table Clock
Ancient protein study reveals how natural selection predates life itself
Exactly how life arose out of non-living matter is a major mystery, and a new study has found that natural selection may have played a role before life itself even existed on Earth. By recreating the primordial soup, scientists identified how a cocktai… Continue reading Ancient protein study reveals how natural selection predates life itself
Researchers Find “Inert” Components in Batteries Lead to Cell Self-Discharge
When it comes to portable power, lithium-ion batteries are where it’s at. Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot of work being done to better understand how to maximize battery life and usable …read more Continue reading Researchers Find “Inert” Components in Batteries Lead to Cell Self-Discharge
New mosquito repellents keep bugs at bay for over 8 hours
Mosquito repellent is an everyday weapon to keep those biting bugs at bay, but it can be frustratingly fickle. Now researchers in Italy have developed new formulations that they say can last as long as eight hours, are odorless and boast other advantag… Continue reading New mosquito repellents keep bugs at bay for over 8 hours
Making The One Ring By Electroplating Gold On A 3D Print
Electroplating is a great way to add strength or shine to a 3D print. However, we don’t see too many people trying it with gold. [HEN3DRIK] isn’t afraid to experiment, …read more Continue reading Making The One Ring By Electroplating Gold On A 3D Print