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Waste-derived synthetic gypsum could replace the real thing

Posted on July 30, 2021 by Ben Coxworth

Composed mainly of calcium sulfate dihydrate, gypsum is a naturally occurring mineral used in cement, drywall, plaster and other building materials. Scientists have now devised a method of creating synthetic gypsum, which should be more energy efficien… Continue reading Waste-derived synthetic gypsum could replace the real thing→

New aluminum alloy enables heat-resistant wire for air and rail

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Nick Lavars

Scientists in Russia experimenting with advanced aluminum alloys have developed a new heat-resistant form of the material that can endure far higher temperatures. Fashioned into a thin wire, the researchers see it finding use as a replacement for heavi… Continue reading New aluminum alloy enables heat-resistant wire for air and rail→