The durability of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) makes the material a frequent choice for use in products with a long life…...
artificial muscles
Sumitomo Riko Pitches New Artificial Muscle Technology for Use in Auto Parts
Sumitomo Riko Co. Ltd. (TYO:5191) is driving the development of applications for what it calls Smart Rubber (SR). The company…...
Kuraray Looks to Build Artificial Muscle From High-Strength Polyarylate Fiber
Kuraray Co. Ltd. (TYO:3405) aims to commercialize a pneumatic artificial muscle made with its high-strength polyarylate fiber, Vectran, a superfiber…...