An Italian research laboratory investigating innovative materials and devices is making excellent use of EU funding to enhance its capabilities. Novel multifunctional systems for a variety of applications could be around the corner.

Date: 2013-05-30

Thin metallic films are a critical component of many modern devices. Scientists have developed structured forums for the exchange of data, ideas and personnel so as to merge two traditionally separate approaches to the characterisation of these structures.

Date: 2013-05-23

Traditional industries such as textiles or car manufacturing are still major sources of wealth creation and employment in the EU and must keep innovating in order to stay competitive. A new study has produced valuable recommendations to improve future innovation support programmes to make this happen.

Date: 2013-05-17

Industrial chemical synthesis often leads to large volumes of toxic waste. Scientists are identifying natural compounds and exploiting them to produce a variety of specialty chemicals for eco-friendly, high-volume manufacturing.

Date: 2013-04-26

Manufacturing of small batches or custom parts such as dental prosthetics can be quite costly and time consuming. Scientists developed technology to significantly decrease time, cost and material usage while enhancing quality.

Date: 2013-04-12

EU-funded researchers developed new materials and methods for surface treatment of metal-forming machines that promise to extend their lifetimes and thus reduce manufacturing costs.

Date: 2013-04-05

Replacing current high temperature tile manufacturing with low temperature coating technology would combine an environmentally sound method with novel decoration technologies. The hybrid products would offer manufacturers tools to produce truly unique products and thus increase their competitiveness.

Date: 2013-04-05

Making an aircraft component in layers from the bottom up could help reduce material waste and energy consumption while leading to improved parts. Scientists are developing the required technology.

Date: 2013-03-29

A more sustainable approach to manufacturing will help realise important savings for EU industry and render it more competitive. Both consumers and the environment will emerge as winners from this promising new model.

Date: 2013-03-29

An innovative machine for producing microproducts from nanomaterials is being developed in Europe. The high-precision and high-production process could help to boost the EU's manufacturing industry.

Date: 2013-03-22