Archive: August 2023

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Leak-proof spiral tampon receives FDA approval

Sequel Spiral, a spiral tampon that offers a patented, leak-proof design, has received approval from the US Food and Drug Administration as a medical device,...

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Tailored knitted upholstery for Polestar 4 electric SUV

The Polestar 4, an electric performance sport utility vehicle coupé and the second SUV in the brand’s line-up, features a mono-material approach.

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Biodegradable bandage for treating chronic wounds

Bioengineers at the University of Connecticut, USA, have developed a scaffold for new skin that also kills bacteria.

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Soisa partners with Avalon to recycle used aircraft cabin materials

Aviation finance company Avolon has partnered with Soisa Aircraft Interiors on Waste to Wonder, a project that converts scrap material from old aircraft, such as...

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Smart socks could transform dementia care

A sock that combines sensors with artificial intelligence could help care staff detect agitation and prevent falls in people with dementia.

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Recycled Honda uniforms repurposed as vehicle insulation

Honda has undertaken a recycling initiative that takes uniforms worn by employees at its US manufacturing and research and development facilities and turns them into...

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Australian Cotton Vietnam Week strengthens relationships

The Australian Cotton Trade Delegation to Vietnam held a series of activities in Ho Chi Minh City, Hue and Hanoi in August to strengthen the...

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Wearables will transform health, but change brings challenges

Wearable technology presents immense opportunities to improve the way people live their lives, but a group of international researchers say the rapidly developing field also...

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Surgical kit for locating a vein

A kit for locating a vein, disclosed by US inventor Tanya Hamilton of Greensboro, North Carolina, is designed as a composite device containing a pharmacologically...

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Experimental concept features electrochromic interior fabrics

German automaker Opel has unveiled its future design aesthetics with the Opel Experimental concept, a battery-electric crossover with an ultra-modern interior design.

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Compression garment with reduced pressure in knee region

An improved compression garment designed to produce significantly reduced pressure in a knee region of the garment or knee area has been developed by inventors...

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Connected belt helps mitigate injury in a crash

Occupant protection starts with occupants seated in the correct seating position with a properly fitting seatbelt, according to vehicle technology supplier ZF.

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Orders cancelled due to absence of Philippine FTA, industry claims

The Confederation of Wearable Exporters of the Philippines said a major European apparel brand cancelled its Philippine orders because they are not covered by a...

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