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Tactile Ceramics

Nov 16, 2008Comments off

Biomorphic porcelain sculptures Ikuko Iwamoto’s work is influenced by the microscopic world, and she is infatuated with cells, spores, and pollens. Iwamoto’s Tactile Ceramics are

Novec 1230

Jun 25, 2008Comments off

Zero ozone-depleting fire-protection fluid 3M’s Novec 1230 fire-protection fluid is a next-generation halon replacement that balances concerns for human safety, performance, and the environment. Novec

xGnP

Mar 07, 2008Comments off

Exfoliated Graphite Nano-Platelets Exfoliated Graphite Nano-Platelets (xGnP) is a new type of nanoparticle made from graphite. These nanoparticles consist of small stacks of graphene that

Strong Enviroboard

Mar 03, 2008Comments off

Low-embodied-energy fireproof wallboard Strong Enviroboard (SEB) is a multifunctional wallboard and floorboard composed of magnesium oxide, aerated rock, and recycled cellulose from furniture manufacturing. When

Luminescent Gravel

Feb 17, 2008Comments off

Luminescent-gravel safety flooring S. Lövenstein BV integrates luminescent particles within gravel floors in order to enhance the emergency-exit signage within a building. The particles can

Transparent Ceramics

Dec 04, 2007Comments off

Transparent high-strength oxide ceramics Translucent alumina ceramics have exhibited low mechanical properties and a low in-line transmission of unscattered light (less than fifteen percent) because

Terrart

Nov 11, 2007Comments off

Architectural terra cotta facade panels and elements Today, masonry is used in building facades more often for its durability and weather protection than for its

Nanogel

Sep 06, 2007Comments off

Translucent silica aerogel Manufactured by Cabot Corporation via a patented process, Nanogel is a lightweight, nanoporous material that delivers unsurpassed thermal insulation and light transmission.

Ultra-Lite Stone

Aug 10, 2007Comments off

Honeycomb-reinforced lightweight stone panels Ultra-Lite Stone Panels combine the aerospace technology of aluminum honeycomb structures with the natural purity of granite, marble or limestone. Ultra-Lite

Photo-Cast Tiles

Jul 02, 2007Comments off

Photographic bas-relief ceramic tiles Photo-Form LLC is a tile studio which provides designers the ability to create bas-relief tiles from photographs. Utilizing its patent-pending Photo-Cast