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A Common Silicon Foundation: At their core, both silanes and #disilazanes are built around silicon atoms capable of interacting with inorganic surfaces such as glass, silica, metals, ceramics, and mineral substrates. Traditional organofunctional #silanes contain hydrolysable alkoxy groups, while disilazanes contain a characteristic Si–N–Si linkage. The most widely known example is Hexamethyldisilazane (BRB HMDZ). Different Structures, Similar Objectives Although silanes and disilazanes differ structurally, they often achieve similar goals: surface modification, hydrophobisation, adhesion enhancement, and the formation of durable silicon-containing surface layers. Both can ultimately form strong silicon-oxygen bonds with inorganic surfaces. Why Disilazanes React Faster Silanes, such as the BRB Silanil® range, typically release alcohols during hydrolysis, whereas disilazanes generate ammonia. Because the Si–N bond is highly susceptible to hydrolysis, disilazanes often react more rapidl...

In addition to climate-related stresses, feeding damage caused by cockchafer larvae and, increasingly, by the invasive Japanese beetle poses a significant threat to the success of large-scale reforestation efforts. he #BioROOTGUARD research project therefore aims to develop a #biodegradableplasticfilm that protects tree roots during the establishment phase, reducing the sometimes substantial regional losses caused by these pests while avoiding environmental impacts.  To achieve this goal, a consortium of industry and research partners, led by #FKuR Kunststoff GmbH brings together expertise in materials development, forestry science, and environmental research within the framework of the BioROOTGUARD project. The project is funded by the German Federal Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Regional Identity (BMLEH) through the Agency for Renewable Resources (Fachagentur Nachwachsende Rohstoffe, FNR) under the Sustainable Renewable Resources funding programme.  Protection and biod...

For the sixth year in a row, SABIC has demonstrated its industry-leading position in research and innovation by being recognized with a R&D 100 Award, this year for its breakthrough #NORYL™ V0 resins, the first-of-its-kind #laserweldable specialty material engineered for the #solarenergy market. The award in the Materials Science category demonstrates SABIC’s leadership in innovation and its continuous efforts to advance the global adoption of solar energy through materials that help improve manufacturing efficiency and long-term component performance. In remarks on winning the award, Dr. Faisal M. Alfaqeer, SABIC CEO and Executive Board Member, said, “We are honored to receive this prestigious global recognition, which reflects our commitment to solving complex industry challenges through technology expertise and a relentless focus on creating value for our customers. As we celebrate this achievement, we remain dedicated to pushing the boundaries of material science and deliver...

The Boeing Company and #ArcherAviation Inc. today announced the companies have signed definitive agreements in which Archer will acquire Boeing's #WiskAero , #SkyGrid and Insitu subsidiaries. The deal will combine complementary capabilities developed over decades in autonomy, electric vertical takeoff and landing ( #eVTOL ) aircraft, and unmanned aircraft systems ( #UAS ) – creating a groundbreaking end-to-end physical AI platform for aerospace and defense.  Wisk, SkyGrid and Insitu have pioneered and incubated core autonomous flight technologies for the future that, in combination with Archer's air taxi, UAS and AI technologies, will bring new and innovative solutions to the market. These companies, with nearly two million combined flight hours, are expected to bring a deep autonomy foundation to Archer's ZEE artificial intelligence platform. This positions Archer to deliver an end-to-end physical AI platform across commercial #aerospace , #defense and air traffic manag...

The three-year agreement covers the exclusive supply of Hexagon Agility’s fuel systems and #Type4carbonfibrecylinders across Iveco’s CNG bus range. For 2026, annual revenues from deliveries to #IvecoBus , including deliveries under this agreement, are estimated to be €20 million. Iveco is the European leader in natural gas commercial vehicles, with a leading position in sustainable public transport and a worldwide presence across Latin America, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East. “Our two-decade long collaboration with Iveco, rooted in Europe and expanding globally, continues to enable #CNG and #biomethane fuelled buses to reduce emissions and operator costs for transit fleets,” said Eric Bippus, Chief Commercial Officer, Hexagon Agility. “Building on more than 10,000 buses delivered together, this new and extended agreement reinforces our role in supporting the continued improvement of global public transport systems. About the market Buses remain the backbone of public trans...

Lallemand Biofuels & Distilled Spirits (LBDS), a global leader in yeast, enzymes, microbials and nutrition, and #Braskem the largest #polyolefins producer in the Americas and global leader in the production of #biopolymers on an industrial scale, today announced an innovative bio-acetone production platform for the #cornethanol industry that enables producers to generate a new coproduct alongside ethanol. Combining LBDS' proprietary fermentation technology with Braskem's bio-acetone recovery process, the solution creates a new revenue stream for biorefineries while maintaining ethanol production performance and providing access to a guaranteed demand for all #bioacetone produced. "Pairing #LallemandBiofuels & Distilled Spirits' expertise in yeast and fermentation with Braskem's knowledge of biochemicals and biopolymers is a natural fit," says Craig Ammann, Vice President of Business Development for LBDS. "LBDS has served ethanol producers fo...