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				July 16, 2008
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	Spotlight Story: Advanced Plastics Lighten Solar-Powered Manned Aircraft Plans to fly a solar-powered aircraft globally with a single pilot gained ground with the announcement that eight thermoplastic parts have been qualified for the Solar Impulse. Read More ADVERTISEMENT Superior Borosilicate Glass from SCHOTT BOROFLOAT® is a high quality borosilicate float glass available in a wide range of thicknesses. As a transparent glass with high heat resistance, BOROFLOAT® is the ideal choice for diverse applications and an excellent performer for appliances, photovoltaics, architecture and high heat applications. Click Here. In the News: ITM-Power Claims Polymer Membrane Breakthrough in Hydrogen Electrolysers A British company is claiming a polymer membrane breakthrough in electrolyser and fuel cell technology that promises to knock down one of hydrogen’s cost barriers. 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