Sat.Jun 24, 2023

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Machine learning tool accelerates polymer discovery

Control Engineering

Machine learning insights UW-Madison researchers used machine learning (ML) predictions and molecular dynamics simulations to speed up the discovery of polymers with better properties. Industries such as aerospace, automotive and electronics will benefit from these discovery because they will be able to use these stronger materials to manufacture better products.

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Caught short: lack of recycled toilet paper in UK ‘fuelling deforestation’

The Guardian Manufacturing

Less office waste material during Covid has led big lavatory roll makers to cut amount of recycled paper in tissues, according to consumer body Hoarding during the Covid-19 pandemic underlined just how important loo roll is to the British public. But working from home had another unexpected effect: less waste paper from offices, which means less recycled material to make toilet roll.