Innovation
The development of a “self-healing building material” could replace concrete
These types of materials have a potential impact on reducing CO₂ emissions and could improve construction in the future.
Innovation is one of the main forces driving the transformation of industry, energy, and technology in an increasingly dynamic and competitive environment. This category features news covering technological developments, emerging solutions, new business models, and projects that are redefining processes, products, and capabilities across multiple sectors.
Coverage includes advancements in digitalization, automation, artificial intelligence, advanced materials, applied engineering, and technologies that improve efficiency, safety, and sustainability. News also highlights investments, strategic partnerships, research initiatives, and business developments accelerating the adoption of innovative approaches in industrial and technology markets.
Stories in this category reflect how innovation has become a decisive factor in addressing technical challenges, improving operational performance, and creating new growth opportunities in a constantly evolving global landscape.
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Innovation
Companies promote advanced recycling of rare earth elements from hard drives
The process developed by Western Digital and its partners allows for the recovery of up to 90% of rare earths from hard drives using…
Innovation
A former wind turbine blade is now part of the structure of a modular bridge.
The bridge design combines recycled thermoplastic and thermoset components.
Innovation
KAUST succeeds in producing more affordable carbon fiber from petroleum waste
The result was increased carbon yield after carbonization and a reduction in energy consumption.
Innovation
Vattenfall and its partners transform wind turbine blades into sustainable skis
Vattenfall aims to recycle 100% of decommissioned wind turbine blades by 2030.
Innovation
Washington State University transforms wind waste into plastics 3 times stronger
The engineering team managed to reuse up to 70% recycled fiberglass to create more rigid composites.
Innovation
Carbon AutoTractor: An AI-powered autonomous tractor system
The system allows tractors to operate autonomously 24/7 without the need for a driver in the cab.
Innovation
SINTEF is studying the use of hybrid copper and aluminum conductors in electric vehicles.
By using aluminum instead of copper, manufacturers can reduce the overall weight of the vehicle, improving fuel efficiency and ultimately increasing range.
Innovation
Versalis opens recycling plant in Venice for sustainable plastics production
The new recycling plant will use expanded polystyrene waste to create recycled plastics.
Innovation
The SolidScore pilot project successfully produces hydrogen and methane from solid biomass.
The project partners hope to continue their research to achieve more favorable results in the future.