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Ressence Watch Features Real Desert Sand in Its Dial
Belgian watchmaker Ressence has launched the limited-edition TYPE 9 S75 to mark the 75th anniversary of luxury retailer Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons. The watch is notable for its use of real desert sand from the ...
Read more >Transforming Water Treatment Waste into Durable, Eco-Friendly Concrete
Researchers from the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed an innovative construction material that could redefine sewage infrastructure through a more sustainable and durable alternative to conventional concrete. This new material not only addresses ...
Read more >Europe’s Tallest Bamboo Tower Highlights Sustainable Innovation at ZOO Planckendael
ZOO Planckendael in Mechelen, Belgium, built what is said to be Europe’s tallest bamboo tower. This structure stands 28 metres tall and became the centrepiece of the zoo’s redesigned entrance. More than just an architectural ...
Read more >Bionotes Notebook Made from Dutch Roadside Grass
Dutch printing company De Bink Opmeer has developed an innovative notebook called bionotes, made from roadside grass. This eco-friendly material, known as VoorBIJ-paper, is produced entirely in the Netherlands. The notebook is a practical example ...
Read more >Nike Applies Advanced Material Engineering to Faith Kipyegon’s Breaking4 Kit
Nike developed a specialised performance kit for middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon as she prepares to attempt to break the four-minute mile barrier. The Breaking4 collection showcases advanced material research, aerodynamic optimisation and manufacturing innovation. While designed ...
Read more >Exploring Hemp Composites in Aviation and Beyond
Canadian company Hempearth Group is developing an aircraft made largely from hemp composites. This project shows the potential of hemp as a material for composite manufacturing. It offers a biobased alternative to conventional materials like ...
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