Developed industrial adhesive that melts with a magnetic field

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A team at the University of Sussex has developed a special industrial adhesive that can dissolve when placed in a magnetic field. This allows objects otherwise destined for landfill to be easily disassembled and recycled at the end of their life. Currently, objects such as cell phones, microwave ovens and car dashboards are assembled using an industrial adhesive that is practically inseparable except with the use of toxic and highly caustic products. It's a fast and relatively cheap way to make products, but it creates problems in… Read more

Dunkirk has free buses and the recipe for a better world

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Between those who know a little about History and others who have seen Nolan's wonderful film, everyone or almost everyone should know Dunkirk. Dunkirk, as the locals call it. A year ago the town of Dunkirk made its public bus system completely free. That's right: free buses. A year later, the surveys activated show how the measure has changed the habits of citizens, producing two immediate results: an increase in travel and a collapse in ... Read more