A common radiant cooktop is a coil element stove. Radiant cooktops are much like traditional coil electric cooktops with a ceramic glass cover. Electricity heats the metal coil beneath the glass surface, which then heats the vessel on the cooktop. Like induction cooktops, radiant cooktops are thin and can be easily installed on a flat surface, such as a countertop. The use of radiant cooktops can ...

3,4-Diaminotoluene is the organic compound with the formula C7H10N2. It is mainly used as co-reactants or raw materials in the production of dyes, corrosion inhibitors, and rubber antioxidants. Purified 3,4-diaminotoluene is separated from a mixture of o-diaminotoluene isomers containing principally 3,4-diaminotoluene and 2,3-diaminotoluene. According to Gen Consulting Company, global 3,4-diaminot...

Metallocene is tiny particles of positively charged metal ions sandwiched between two rings of carbon atoms which have five atoms apiece. The advent of metallocene catalysts added a new dimension to commercial polyolefin resins. Metallocene catalysts have some unique advantages over conventional catalysts. Metallocene catalysts were first used to produce quantities of polypropylene in 1995, brand ...

Sugar alcohols are polyhydric alcohols (or polyols) formed when the carbonyl group of the monosaccharide is reduced to a hydroxyl group. They are a type of sweetener used in chewing gum, sugar-free candies, cookies, soft drinks, and other foods. Sugar alcohols have about one-half to one-third fewer calories than sugar. Common sugar alcohols are mannitol, sorbitol, xylitol, lactitol, isomalt, malti...

An overhead console is an important interior part on the vehicle. It has versatile functions as it provides the individual with key storage spaces, providing navigation related information and illuminating various regions of a vehicle interior. According to Gen Consulting Company, the global overhead console market is expected to reach a value of USD 2,086.74 million by 2026, exhibiting a CAGR of ...

Each year, about 35% to 40% of adults, 65 and older, fall at least once. Medical alert system was first introduced in the 1970s as basic push-button devices worn around the neck. These devices called for help by transmitting a signal a base station that was connected to a home phone line that could then alert a call-center operator. However, these alert systems require the user to press a button w...

Lignin is one of the most abundant organic polymers on earth, exceeded only by cellulose. Cellulose is an important structural component of the primary cell wall of green plants. Lignin enhances plant cell wall rigidity, hydrophobic properties and promotes minerals transport through the vascular bundles in plant. In addition, lignin is an important barrier that protects against pests and pathogens...

2-Phenylethanol, or PEA, is the organic compound that consists of a phenethyl group (C6H5CH2CH2) group attached to OH. 2-Phenylethanol is produced as a main commercial alcohol. It is the most used fragrance in the cosmetic and daily chemicals industries. 2-Phenylethanol is found in the composition of numerous perfumes in various proportions, from 5-20%. According to Gen Consulting Company, global ...

Styrene-acrylonitrile (SAN) is a rigid, transparent plastic produced by the copolymerization of styrene and acrylonitrile. SAN known for its good mechanical properties, especially stiffness, and chemical resistance which is better than most other styrenic materials. It was introduced in the 1950s and is employed in automotive parts, battery housings, kitchenware, appliances, furniture, and medical...

Squalane is derived by hydrogenation of squalene. It is naturally present in the skin lipid barrier of plants, animals and humans, preventing moisture loss while restoring skin’s suppleness and flexibility. In contrast to squalene, due to the complete saturation of squalane, it is not subject to auto-oxidation. This fact, coupled with lower costs associated with squalane, make it desirable in co...

Microwaves are used in conjunction with acid digestion to break down samples in preparation for elemental analysis by inductively coupled plasma/mass spectrometry (ICP/MS), inductively coupled plasma/atomic emission spectrometry (ICP/AES), or similar methods. The heat from the microwaves speeds up the chemical reaction of the acid with the sample, reducing the digestion time from hours to minutes....

An unmanned aircraft system (UAS), also known as drone, is a class of aircrafts that can fly without the onboard presence of pilots. Recently, drones have quickly become popular and their use has rapidly expanded across the globe. can be classified based on usage, with some being used for photography, aerial video surveillance, mapping and surveying, geospatial inspection, emergency response, etc....

Ceramic fibers are the alumina silicate fibers manufactured by using alumina & silica as raw materials. Ceramic fibers are available in many different product forms including bulk fiber, blankets, boards, modules, papers and felts, ropes and braids, coatings and mixes, and accessory products. Ceramic fiber products have many advantages, including high temperature stability, lightweight, superior i...

Cosmeceuticals are a class of skincare products that contain biologically active ingredients capable of exerting physiologic changes to the skin. The term cosmeceutical is a blend of the words cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. Cosmeceutical are more than a cosmetic but is not quite a drug. Cosmeceuticals contain active ingredients that change the physical structure and workings of the skin. According...

A polyimide is a specific type of polymer produced from diamines and dianhydrides. Polyimides may be thermoplastic, with a high melt viscosity requiring high pressure to form molded parts. Polyimides may also be thermosetting, whereby imide oligomers are crosslinked into a three-dimensional network. Leading markets segment for polyimides include molding resins, films, fibers, advanced composites, ...

Strontium chloride is an inorganic compound with the formula SrCl2. It is used as a raw material to obtain other strontium compounds. Strontium chloride is also used as a coloring agent (red) in glass making and metallurgy. As one of the safest metals found in fireworks, strontium chloride is used as a source of redness. Strontium chloride is also found in some toothpastes intended to reduce tooth...

Carborane is a class of thermally stable compounds with the formula BnC2Hn+2. The carboranes have polyhedral molecular structures based on networks of boron and carbon atoms, in which the carbon atoms occupy adjacent positions. Currently, many thousands of carboranes have been prepared, and they have been combined with transition metals to yield derivatives called metallacarboranes, some of which ...

A coordinate measuring machine (CMM) is a device that measures the geometry of physical objects. It typically uses probes to sense the position of a point in space, measuring it based on its distance from a three-dimensional reference position. CMM machine is also used to test and verify a part or assembly to ensure that it matches the intended design. The global coordinate measuring machine mark...

Faucet, or tap, is a type of valve that controls the release of liquids, mostly water in a regular home. Modern faucets vary in shape, size and the way they function. A recent improvement in faucets is automation and electrification. For instance, in some public toilets, users don’t have to touch the faucets as they turn on by themselves. This is very hygienic as people don’t have to potential...

A gas chromatograph (GC) is a powerful analytical instrument sed in analytical chemistry for separating and analyzing compounds that can be vaporized without decomposition. The analysis performed by a gas chromatograph is called gas chromatography. Gas chromatography is used in a wide variety of applications including petroleum and petrochemical, oil & gas, environmental, pharmaceuticals, food & b...

1,4-Diethylbenzene (PDEB, CAS 105-05-5) refers to a chemical compound with the formula C6H4(C2H5)2. It is widely used as a solvent in the Parex process for the production of paraxylene (p-xylene), which is a chemical essential to the process of manufacturing PET plastic bottles and polyester fiber. PDEB is also used for the manufacture of divinylbenzene. According to Gen Consulting Company, global...

Antennas are a very important component of communication systems. By definition, an antenna is a device used to transform an RF signal, traveling on a conductor, into an electromagnetic wave in free space. The global base station antenna market size was valued at $3,836.65 million in 2019 and is projected to reach $6,323.53 million by 2024, registering a CAGR of 10.51% from 2020 to 2024. The mark...

Huperzine A is a substance purified from a plant called Chinese club moss. It is commonly used as a dietary supplement to improve memory and mental function in people with Alzheimer's disease, other types of dementia, age-related memory loss, and other conditions. According to Gen Consulting Company, global huperzine A market is expected to expand at a CAGR of 6.68% over the forecast period i.e. 2...

Lignin is one of the most abundant organic polymers on earth, exceeded only by cellulose. Cellulose is separated from lignin to make paper and packaging materials, while lignin is much less desired and often burned for fuel. Some lignin is recovered in the form of lignosulfonates, which are used mainly as dispersants. Lignosulfonates are anionic polymers obtained from the sulfite pulping process ...

Insect repellents are used to repel mosquitoes, ticks, flies, and other biting insects. Mosquitoes can transmit diseases such as Zika, Malaria, and West Nile virus. Ticks can transmit Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever, and other diseases. For protection against mosquito bites, formulations containing DEET (N,N-diethyl-m-toluamide), icaridin (sold under the trade name Saltidin and formerly...

Foam glass, otherwise known as cellular glass is a lightweight, opaque glass material having a closed-cell structure. It is made in molds that are packed with crushed or granulated glass mixed with a chemical agent such as carbon or limestone. Foam glass is a novel gassy material and is a kind of thermal insulation, not flammable building material, in which there are numerous closed tiny pores. Th...

Benzoates (sodium benzoate, potassium benzoate, calcium benzoate, magnesium benzoate, etc.) are salts of benzoic acid. As the most commonly used benzoate salts, sodium benzoate and potassium benzoate are best known as preservatives used in processed foods and beverages to extend shelf life. World consumption of benzoates is forecast to grow at an average annual rate of 5.10% during 2020-2026, dri...

Carboxymethyl cellulose (CMC) is an anionic, water-soluble polymer derived from cellulose that features unique properties of outstanding adherence, water absorption, and water retention. CMC is produced commercially in a two-stage process consisting of a mercerization stage followed by an etherification stage. It is commercially sold as sodium salt and scientifically known as sodium carboxymethylc...

A scissor lift is a type of construction lift, which is machinery equipped with a platform to elevate workers and loads to high areas. A scissor lift can usually only move vertically. The mechanism to achieve this is the use of linked, folding supports in a criss-cross "X" pattern, known as a pantograph (or scissor mechanism). The contraction of the scissor action can be hydraulic, pneumatic or me...

Wheel is an essential part of a motor vehicle. There are two options for the material of wheels, steel or aluminum, commonly called alloy in the automotive industry. Steel wheels are usually pressed from sheet metal and then welded together. They are still found on many cars since they are inexpensive, durable and flexible.According to Gen Consulting Company, global steel wheel market is projected...