Azad News Agency (ANA) published a number of scientific and technological news in November 2024 whose top ones are as follows:

Iran-Made Natural Nano-Based Toothpaste Removes Decay

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in producing a toothpaste that removes partial tooth decay.

“Our product is a probiotic and nano-based probiotic toothpaste,” Rezvan Yazdian, a faculty member of Mazandaran University of Medical Sciences and the head of the incubator center of the University, told ANA.

Noting that there are no chemicals in this toothpaste and it is completely herbal, she said, “Preventing the formation of plaque on teeth and helping to eliminate bad breath, reducing sensitivity and preventing tooth decay and destruction are among the features of this product.”

“Rosemary and plant essences are used in the formulation of this toothpaste, and the product is paraben and fluoride free, and there are medicinal plants in this toothpaste which improve oral inflammation,” Yazdian said.

Iranian Company Produces Smart Pharmaceutical Nanocarrier

An Iranian knowledge-based company stationed at Islamic Azad University’s Ilam branch produced a type of smart pharmaceutical nanocarrier which can release the drug in the cancerous tissue.

The new supermagnetic intelligent nanocarrier is a polymer capsule that can contain special drugs, particularly anticancer medicine, and release them only in the cancerous tissue.

“The smart pharmaceutical nanocarrier product, if used in industrial production, specially in the field of anticancer drugs, can be a very good and useful treatment for patients who are suffering from this disease,” Hossein Peyman, the managing director of the knowledge-based ‘Pouyesh Pajouhan Asou’ company and a faculty member of the Islamic Azad University’s Ilam branch, told ANA.

The advantage of the supermagnetic intelligent drug carrier is that by taking anticancer drugs, such drugs will not have a harmful and destructive impact on other body tissues.

Iranian Scientists Produce Flame Retardant Batteries

Researchers at an Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in the semi-industrial production and indigenization of flame retardant batteries with domestic materials.

“In lead-acid batteries, the charging and discharging process produces hydrogen gas in the battery. An increase in the pressure inside the battery causes an explosion and even the electricity produced in the battery can cause it to catch fire. As a result, the air inside the battery needs ventilation,” Saeed Zokayee, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“If the air flows freely inside the battery and outside, flame and dust can infiltrate into the battery and its acid comes out. As a result, the ventilation system should allow air to enter and exit and prevent dust and liquids from entering and exiting,” he added.

Noting that due to its material and porosity, the battery flame retardant tablet prevents the passage of liquids and causes the produced gas to escape from the battery, Zokayee said, “Due to the high chemical resistance of the materials used in the battery, it resists a long time against the acid and performs well.”

Iranian Technologists Make AI-Based Device to Detect Driver’s Drowsiness

Iranian technologists succeeded in using artificial intelligence (AI) to manufacture a device to detect and warn the driver’s drowsiness.

“This device uses advanced artificial intelligence algorithms to continuously monitor the driver's behavior and driving patterns to detect deviations that may indicate drowsiness,” Majid Khosravi Tannak, the managing director of a technological unit stationed at the incubator center of Islamic Azad University’s Bojnord branch, told ANA.

“In case of lack of alertness and sleepiness of the driver, the driver will be warned by means of the facilities that are considered for this purpose (like calling the driver or voice alarm) and due to the appropriate size and dimensions of this device, it will not disturb driving at all,” he added.

“Having a system for contacting the driver and voice warning - HD camera with night vision capability, the correct operation of the device when the driver wears a mask and sunglasses, the right weight and dimensions, equipped with an anti-vibration camera, the ability to use at night, the ability to set up the device with 12 or 24 volt car power, and sound warning designed to operate in difficult conditions are among the important features of the device,” Khosravi Tannak said.

Iran to Install 4 Sodar Wind Profilers at Airports

Iran plans to install four meteorological sodar wind profilers at the country’s airports.

“Four meteorological sodar devices that were recently purchased and imported into Iran will be installed in four airports of the country,” said Farah Mohammadi, the technical vice-president of Iran’s National Meteorological Organization in the monitoring and crisis management department.

“The purchased sodars measure and present information on wind direction and speed and their changes in a certain range at airports up to 700 meters height by using sound waves,” he added.

“Using the information of this device, sudden changes in wind at different altitudes are identified and notified to the pilot to improve the safety of flights in terms of weather conditions, specially during landing and takeoff of airplanes,” Mohammadi said.

Iran-Made Germinator Helps Controlled Germination of Seeds

Researchers at an Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing a germinator device that can manually adjust the temperature, humidity, and light levels by using a microcontroller system and provide optimal conditions for seed germination.

“A germinator device (growth chamber) provides an environment in which factors like light, humidity, and temperature are controlled to create optimal conditions for seed germination,” said Yousef Jalili, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“Germinators are a type of refrigerated incubator that also provides temperature and humidity,” he added.

Noting that the body of the device is made of steel sheet and highly resistant electrostatic epoxy paint, Jalili said, “This device also has a highly advanced and precise digital controller system (microprocessor) and is programmable, and the controller system of this device has many features, including the ability to control it from anywhere in the world via the Internet.”

“This product has movable shelves, an inner glass door, a humidity and temperature generation system, a fluorescent lamp, and an air circulation system to ensure uniform temperature and humidity inside the chamber,” he added.

Iran Unveils 10 New Home-Made Nanotechnology Products

Iran unveiled 10 new domestically-made nanotechnology products during the 15th International Nanotechnology Exhibition in Tehran.  

Oxidative desulfurization catalyst extracted from fuel oil, superhard coating deposition device, fully printed perovskite nanostructured solar module with carbon electrode, and the active ingredient of the diagnostic radiopharmaceutical technetium tilmanosep were unveiled at the exhibition.

Also other Iran-made products unveiled during the exhibition include the drug amorolfine, hemostatic spray (Ketohem), expanded polypropylene (EPP) nanofoam, nidraextruder, high-torque twin-screw extruder, and slow-release sulfur urea fertilizer (Suras).

The 15th International Nanotechnology Festival and Exhibition was held in Tehran from November 3 to 6.

Satellite Mapping Receivers Produced in Iran

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company with their expertise in production of GNSS receivers could make accurate satellite mapping receivers.

“A mapping receiver is a specialized radio receiver that is mainly used in the fields of mapping and navigation to determine precise geographical positions,” Meysam Qanizadeh, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“This device operates by receiving signals from global navigation satellite systems (GNSS) and the main task of a mapping receiver is to accurately calculate geographical locations to help create accurate maps and conduct studies of the earth's surface,” he added.

“The performance of a GNSS satellite mapping receiver is critical in a wide range of applications. These receivers are widely used in the navigation of vehicles, aircraft and ships, which increases the safety and efficiency of travel,” Qanizadeh said.

“Beyond transportation, these receivers are essential in scientific research, military operations, agriculture, and in the construction and surveying and mapping industries, and are applied in industries like oil and gas, water and wastewater, and electric utilities,” he underlined.

Iranian Firm Produces Smart Monitoring System for Cars

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company produced fuel monitoring, fleet control and smart fleet devices capable of recording all vehicle information, including speed, routes, maximum speed and on and off time.

“We produce fuel monitoring, fleet control and smart fleet devices that are capable of recording all vehicle information, including speed, routes, maximum speed and on and off time,” Seyed Morteza Mirzayee, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“We also install temperature and humidity sensors for refrigerated vehicles that transport meat and perishables. In this way, we can control the vehicle remotely and anywhere in the country,” he added.

“We cooperate with organizations like mines that need to measure fuel consumption,” Mirzayee said.

Iranian Scientists Produce Highly Strong Epoxy Glue

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company designed and produced strong epoxy adhesives based on the international standards.

“Two-component epoxy adhesive for making materials (EP series) is a paste-like adhesive based on epoxy resin and amine modified hardener. Epoxy glue does not contain solvents and the amount of volatile organic substances in it is very small. This glue has extremely high adhesion and mechanical strength and creates a permanent connection,” Abdolreza Mir-Mohseni, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“Also, this glue is designed and formulated for both dry and water environments. Epoxy glue is designed, formulated and produced in six different grades for different needs of the industry. Epoxy adhesives EP60, EP61, EP62, EP63, EP64 and EP65 can be mentioned among the types of these adhesives,” he added.

Noting that epoxy adhesives are used in ceramic, concrete, rebar planting, sealing and sealing, stone, wood, metals and facades, Mir-Mohseni said, “Also, high quality and 100% domestic and indigenous materials are other features of the epoxy glue.”

Iranian Firm Designs Micro-Ohmmeter to Measure Resistance of Switches in High Voltage Circuits

A knowledge-based company in Iran has succeeded in designing and manufacturing a micro-ohmmeter to

“The digital micro-ohmmeter (Contact Resistance) MOM200P is a complete device for measuring the resistance of a conductor in the range of micro Ohms when high current is applied to its two ends,” Mahnaz Moradi Qiasabadi, a member of the board of directors of the knowledge-based Tarashehpardaz Pouya company, told ANA.

According to her, the product can be used for measuring the ohmic resistance of breaker, sectioners contacts, busbar connections, machines, cables, wires and conductor connections of transmission lines, graphite generators, electric motors, aircraft bodies, railways, resistance welds, etc.

“This product performs variable current with an accuracy of -200A and -25A. The measuring range of the knowledge-based product shows between µΩ-160MΩ to -1, also the maximum VDC voltage output is -5,” Moradi Qiasabadi said.

“The consumption current A shows a maximum of 5 - and the maximum power consumption of both KW and 2 - and the knowledge-based product enjoys the capability to store 500 ohm value measurement results and the ability to store 143 ohm curve measurement results,” she added.

Iranian Expert Makes Medicine Distribution Platform for Underprivileged Areas

An Iranian pharmacist has founded a new drug distribution platform which aims to settle the problems of the pharmaceutical industry and increases access to pharmacies in underprivileged areas.

“The main problem of pharmaceutical companies is their dependence on manpower and visitors to distribute their products, which limits access to cities and remote areas and hinders their market development,” Ali Boroumandi told ANA.

“We have investigated the wholesale sale of drugs. Due to the large number of pharmacies, our bargaining advantage with the manufacturers is high and it allows us to get the medicine from the manufacturers at a better price and supply them to the pharmacies,” he added.

“For instance, a company did not have a representative or visiting force in Kerman, but with the digital coverage we have provided throughout the country, we were able to introduce the product to Kerman and develop its market,” Boroumandi said.

Iran-Made Herbal Medicine Heals Wounds in Animals

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in making research and developing a herbal medicine which enjoys wound-healing features in livestock and poultry.

“We produced a herbal medicine from the mazo plant and extracted it. All the active ingredients inside this plant have been completely stabilized for the production of medicine,” Shaqayeq Talajouy, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“The herbal medicine can repair and treat open and superficial wounds of livestock and poultry, which has made good progress in the animal testing stage,” she added.

Noting that medical substances are used in other medicine like antibiotic which heal the animal wounds, Talajouy said that the company's medicine is completely herbal and does not create antibacterial resistance in any living organism.”

“This medicine has no foreign sample and it is produced and sold for the first time in Iran,” she underlined.

Iran-Made Self-Driving Robot Carries Up to 500kg of Cargo

A technological company in Iran has succeeded in production of a new self-driving robot which can carry up to 500kg of load.

“Our latest achievement is our AMR robot, of which we have developed two versions so far,” said Peyman Jokar, the manager of the technical department of the technological company.

“These two robots are intelligent and autonomously find their position in the environment and move between two points A and B completely automatically and can change their path if an object is placed on their path,” he added.

Noting that the robots have been specially made for carrying cargo, Jokar said, “This robot can bear the weight of half a ton, and 8 hours of continuous work with the maximum amount of load is another advantage of the robot.”

Iranian Experts Use Nanotechnology to Manufacture Eco-Friendly Electric Coating for Walls

An Iranian PhD student at Islamic Azad University’s Tabriz branch succeeded in inventing an environmentally friendly electric wall coating for sustainable heating by using nanotechnology.

“This wall coating is made of conductive materials and thin heating elements that transfer heat directly to the walls when an electric current passes through. Unlike traditional systems that first heat the air, this technology directly heats surfaces and objects, preventing energy waste,” Davoud Beheshtizadeh, a PhD student in Civil Engineering with a focus on Construction Management at Islamic Azad University’s Tabriz branch, told ANA.

“Energy savings, carbon emissions reduction, uniform heat distribution, and the use of solar energy are the advantages of this product which reduces costs and dependence on fossil fuels,” he added.

“This coating generally consists of several thin layers, one of which is made of conductive material and is designed to produce infrared waves when connected to electricity. These waves increase the temperature by directly transferring heat to objects and people in the environment.

Iranian Firm Produces Vegetative Rootstocks without Fertilizer, Pesticide with 20-Year Lifespan

A technological company in Iran has succeeded in producing vegetative rootstocks by using the seedling tissue culture technique which is free of fertilizers and pesticides.

“The most important application of these products is that the vegetative rootstocks are free of diseases since unlike the traditional method no fertilizers or pesticides are used and they do not enter the food cycle,” Sanaz Hemmati, the managing director of the company stationed at the incubator center of the Islamic Azad University’s Marand branch, told ANA.

“Therefore, the vegetative rootstocks produced in our company are free of fertilizers or pesticides and have a useful life of up to 20 years, and when they enter the food cycle, the smallest substances that may be harmful to the human body are not observed in the seedling tissue culture,” she added.

“The products made by using the seedling tissue culture technique are economically very beneficial for farmers, and with this technique, the first-class products can be exported to other cities and countries,” Hemmati said.

Iranian Scientists Produce High Entropy Alloys with Unique Properties

Iranian researchers at the Technical Faculty of University of Tehran succeeded in production of an alloy with unique mechanical properties that enjoys the capability to combine strength and ductility at the same time.

“The alloy developed by the researchers of the University of Tehran exhibits remarkable mechanical properties at ambient temperature, which include significant yield strength and ultimate tensile strength along with very good ductility,” said Mohammad Javad Sohrabi, a materials engineering researcher in the laboratory of advanced steels and thermomechanical processes of materials at the University of Tehran.

“Regarding the material development, increasing strength usually causes a decrease in ductility. However, the alloy developed in this research simultaneously shows very good strength and ductility, which is superior compared to many materials developed so far,” he added.

“High entropy alloys (HEA) are a group of alloys that are composed of a combination of several elements with close ratios to each other, and this particular combination introduces a different approach from traditional alloying,” Sohrabi said.

“This innovative structure has paved the way for the design of alloys with unique properties and provides many opportunities for materials science engineers,” he explained.

Electron Beam Welding System Indigenized in Iran

A knowledge-based company in Iran has succeeded in indigenizing the electron beam welding system.

“Relying on our technical know-how and previous experiences in the fields of high voltage, driving electronic lamps, vacuum systems and precise mechanical systems, our company designed and built an electron beam welding system as the first Iranian company,” said Mohsen Shafae’i, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“This product is used in power plant industries, gas turbine manufacturing, aerospace industries, air engine manufacturing, electronic industries, medical industries and automobile industry,” he added.

“Uniform welding, excellent sealing of parts under vacuum, low pollution in vacuum, thinness of the welding area, thinness of the heating area, no need for filler metal, high quality repeatable welds, welding of non-homogeneous metals in various types, fine and continuous welding and No seams, the possibility of welding near heat-sensitive parts, free from any oxide or nitride pollution resulting from welding, minimal deformation due to welding, welding of hardened metals without significant changes in the mechanical characteristics of the welding area, and minimal thermal damage to surrounding metals are among the advantages of electron beam welding,” Shafae’i said.

Iranian Health Ministry Conducting National HIV Testing Campaign

The Iranian health ministry is carrying out a national HIV testing campaign for a month to identify cases of the disease and increase the public awareness.

The campaign, started on November 10 with the theme of ‘I will take HIV test too’ with two main objectives; first, since early diagnosis is important as it allows for timely initiation of treatment, the campaign aims to encourage individuals to take the test to detect HIV/AIDS infection among key populations; and the second main objective is to provide educational programs in community settings like city centers and parks to raise public awareness about HIV.

Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) occurs at the most advanced stage of infection.

Despite all the measures taken in the country so far, there are still many challenges to be addressed. One of the main challenges is the lack of HIV-detecting programs to address the spread of the disease.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Makes CO2 Incubator

Experts at an Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in production of a CO2 incubator which provides optimal growing conditions and contamination prevention for valuable cell cultures.

“Among our key and strategic products is the CO2 incubator for cell culture. This device is considered as a vital tool in production of recombinant drugs, anti-cancer drugs and strategic and widely used vaccines,” said Mohammad Hassan Bastami, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“Our company also produces -86 degree deep freezers with different volumes and all types of laboratory freezers and refrigerators for storing kits and medicines,” he added.

Bastami underlined that the device has been installed in more than 400 medical centers in Tehran.

Iran-Made Non-Woven Textiles Protect Plants against Impacts of Climate Change, UV Rays

Antibacterial non-woven textile is the product of an Iranian company with applications in medical and food industries and protection of trees and plants against the UV rays and climate change.

“These textiles are produced with polypropylene fibers. These materials are turned into threads at a temperature of 270 degrees Celsius, and by twisting these threads into each other, they are spun on a screen, and finally, the spond bond fabric is formed,” Zahra Sobhdoust, the head of the research and development (R&D) department of the company.

“This product is used in the cosmetic and health industry as a covering layer for sanitary pads and in the food industry as moisture absorbent pads to absorb meat blood. It is also used in the medical industry to prepare masks, clothes, and underlays for the patient, and using them as hand bags and underlays are other applications of these non-woven fabrics,” she added.

“These textiles are more environmentally friendly than nylon. Nylon takes 6,000 years to decompose in nature while this takes 300 years for non-woven fabrics,” Sobhdoust said.

“These non-woven textiles have been used as anti-UV in agriculture and they can be applied as a cover for trees to protect them from sunlight,” she noted.

Iranian Company Produces Nano-Based Magnetic Paints

Ahoura Nano Zist San’at company in Iran managed to produce nano-based magnetic paints.

In addition to covering the surface, the magnetic paints create a type of magnetism and this property can be used to stabilize or suspend an object on the wall.

The reason these colors are magnetized is the existence of magnetic particles made of metals or similar to metals in the paint. These particles are very small and are easily dispersed in the paint solvent.

With sufficient sitting of this paint on the surface, it is possible to attach or hang light objects using magnetic pins, and there is no need for other instruments like double-sided adhesives, paper needles, pins or nails.

Iran-Made EGF Drug Treats Diabetic Foot Ulcers, Burns

An Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing an epidermal growth factor (EGF) medicine for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers and burns.

“For the first time in Iran, we have succeeded in producing epidermal growth factor medicine. This drug is used in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers and 3rd and 4th grade burns,” Fahimeh Mohammad Hosseini, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

Noting that the primary component of this product is epidermal growth factor, she said, “This growth factor is basically used for wound healing and epidermal cell proliferation.”

“Epidermis is a factor that the body needs to repair all wounds, of course this growth factor is naturally present in the body, but when the body is wounded, the pH of the wounded area changes and the production of the epidermis decreases; therefore, if we add this growth factor to it externally, wound healing will be done faster,” Mohammad Hosseini said.

“Our manufactured drug can be produced in two injectable and topical forms, and we have industrialized the topical type,” she added.

Iran-Made Nano-Based Toothpaste Reduces Tooth Sensitivity

Iranian researchers at a start-up team achieved the formulation of producing toothpastes based on nanohydroxyapatite to reduce tooth sensitivity.

“This toothpaste was produced with a new formulation based on natural derivatives like plant extracts, and valuable oral probiotic compounds and hydroxyapatite nanostructure,” said Hamed Tashakkorian, the head of the research and development (R&D) sector of the team.

“These compounds are effective in controlling the microbial load and preventing the formation of plaque on the teeth,” he added.

He described reducing tooth sensitivity and helping to eliminate bad breath as other benefits of this toothpaste, and stated, “This toothpaste can be used by general consumers and children over 7 years old.”

Iranian Student Finds Way for Mechanical Washing of Test Tubes

A PhD student of Islamic Azad University succeeded in patenting a fully automatic disinfection and sterilization device for laboratory equipment which changes the process of washing test tubes from manual to mechanical and robotic.

“This invention has changed the process of washing test tubes from manual to mechanical and robotic,” Majid Khayyatnejad, a PhD student of Islamic Azad University’s Ardabil branch, who has succeeded in patenting a fully automatic disinfection and sterilization device for laboratory equipment, told ANA.

“Problems like high water consumption and the possibility of disease spreading from contaminated containers to the operator and low precision in washing have been resolved in this method,” he added.

“In this invention, we used a combination of a new washing and Four machines. In this device, the pipes are placed in drawer-like tanks and all the steps of dewatering and soaking are done inside the device for the first time, then they are taken to the washing unit where they are washed by a brush and finally sent to the unit for dewatering by a linear motor,” Khayyatnejad said.

Iranian Researchers Produce Nano-Based Spray for Wound, Infection Treatment

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in using nanotechnology to produce a special spray that treats wounds and skin infections.

“In our company, we have succeeded in producing a spray with a type of tree gum. Silver nanoparticles are used in this spray to accelerate the speed of wound healing,” Mehdi Qahreman Termeh, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

Noting that a certain amount of silver nanoparticles is used in the spray which does not penetrate the body and can heal the wound, he said, “The silver nano particles that we used in the wound healing spray have been approved by Iran Nanotechnology Innovation Council and are being produced and supplied to pharmacies.”

“Also, this nano spray accelerates the process of wound healing and the formation of new tissue, and removes pus and infection from the wound. Our product can be used to disinfect bedsores, diabetes, oral thrush, sore throat and uterine infections,” Qahreman Termeh said.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Indigenizes Epicyclic Gear Train

An Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing the epicyclic gear train which is used in software, educational, dynamics and vibrations laboratories, general, mechanics and fluid experiments and process control systems.

“We have two machines for gears; one is an epicyclic gearing set and the second is a fixed gear set. Most of these two gears are used in industrial gearboxes, automobiles, agricultural machinery, and engineering designs,” said Ali Akbar Shafadi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“These gearboxes are a platform for power transmission, and the purpose of making a solar gear is to teach where and how power can be increased,” he added.

Noting that the epicyclic gear train, in addition to being smaller and more efficient, transmits a higher capacity, Shafadi said, “The educational purpose of this device is that the students use this gearbox to load the rail and obtain the power, etc. of the course that this device navigates. Also they get to know how the gearbox works.”

Iranian Company Designs, Makes Micro CT Scanner

An Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in designing and manufacturing a micro CT scan device for the first time in the country.

“Our knowledge-based company manufactures advanced X-ray imaging devices and is the first and only manufacturer of industrial and medical micro-CT scanning device in Iran and the Middle East,” said Hossein Qadiri, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“This advanced and powerful imaging technology is used for 3D imaging of all objects with micron resolution, which enables non-destructive evaluation and analysis of micron structures and porous environment of various samples,” he added.

Iranian Firm Manufactures Modular 3D Bioprinter

An Iranian knowledge-based company has managed to design and produce a modular 3D bioprinter used to produce body structures.

“This advanced technology has created a significant change in treatment methods and improving the quality of life. The modern 3D bioprinters are known as the pioneers of this area, and their work process includes the use of biological inks that are stored in special cartridges and produce the structures needed by the body through needles embedded on the platform,” said Mahmoud A’zami, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“Our company’s modular 3D bioprinter is made by metal sheeting method, and in addition to its beautiful appearance, it offers user-friendly performance and is compatible with complex print mechanisms,” he added.

“One of the basic challenges in designing this printer is the need for changing various extruders, and now, thanks to the use of modern mechanisms, this process can be easily done and allows users to apply the device without wasting time,” A’zami said.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Produces Main Ingredient of Perfumery

Iranian researchers succeeded in obtaining a formulation for production of a key type of flavoring and preservatives for application in pharmaceutical and food industries.

The main ingredient of rose water is 2-phenylethanol, which is used in various industries, including perfumery, pharmaceutical and food industries, and is considered as one of the knowledge-based achievements of this company. This product was produced through a new laboratory method and has received a science-based award for it.

2-Phenylethanol is one of the main components of many perfumes due to its sweet and floral smell. This substance gives depth and richness to perfumes and increases the durability of their smell, and it is also used as a preservative and antibacterial agent in the pharmaceutical industry. This substance helps to increase the shelf life of medicines and prevents the growth of bacteria.

2-Phenylethanol is used in the food industry as a flavoring agent for some food products and gives them a pleasant aroma and taste.

Iranian Specialists Manufacture Laser Engraver

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in building an ultra-advanced ultraviolet laser engraving machine with the capability to engrave very finely (less than 5 micrometers) on all types of metals and glass.

The device uses NdYvO4 blue longitudinal blowing technology and LBO crystal to produce ultraviolet laser (355 nm) through a non-linear optics process. This laser is more refined than conventional lasers due to its much higher quality and shorter wavelength.

Ultra-advanced ultraviolet laser engraving machine is used for optical, polymer, semi-conductor and household appliances and medical industries.

The possibility of domestic repair and support and the ability to optimize the device is one of the technical advantages of this product compared to its foreign counterparts.

Iranian Company Produces Nano Material Resistant to Impact

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company used nanotechnology to make impact-resistant Expanded Polypropylene (EPP) foam which is widely used in industries like automobile manufacturing and packaging.

“Expanded Polypropylene foam is used in several fields. One of its most important applications is related to automobile manufacturing, which is used as a bumper inside the car. Also, due to the increased amount of material, it is also used as a tool holder in the trunk and the bottom of the trunk,” Esmayeel Nouri, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

Noting that the very light material was imported to Iran from East Asian countries like South Korea and China and Germany, he said, “Now, with the production of this material, the expensive cost of transportation has been completely eliminated. At present, this material is produced in Iran at half the price of the foreign sample and with the same quality.”

“Due to its acoustic and insulating properties, this material is also used in the construction industry; it is used for places where there is underfloor heating to protect the elements of the building floor. Also, this product is used to insulate pipes and expensive equipment,” Nouri said.

Iran-Made Smart Industrial Robots Used in Production Lines

Iranian specialists at a knowledge-based company succeeded in producing a smart industrial robot capable of working in production lines, pharmaceutical and chemical lines, clean rooms and places where human presence is not possible.

“The robot can be applied in the production lines, pharmaceutical lines, cosmetic lines, food industry and for manufacturing industrial parts, where the role of the robot is to move the parts in the production lines,” Alireza Norouzian, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“Also, this robot can be used in pharmaceutical and chemical lines, clean rooms and places where human presence is not possible to move, pack and assemble,” he explained.

“Based on the customer's order and needs, we manufacture a personalized robot between 45 and 60 days. Moving for packing, assembling parts and sorting parts are the main features of this industrial robot,” Norouzian said.

“The industrial robot is medium-sized and covers a radius of 60 cm. Also the degree of freedom of the smart industrial robots is 4,” he added.

Iranian Experts Make 20-kW Fiber Laser Source for Laser Welding

Iranian specialists at a knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing a 20-kW fiber laser source capable of welding hard laser work at a high speed and precision with a very high output power.

Among the achievements of the knowledge-based Iranian company are manufacturing of femtosecond lasers, modular lasers up to 6 kW power, engraving lasers up to 150 W power, single module lasers of over 2 KW power, robotic welding lasers up to 6 kW power, machine laser welding up to 4 kW power, manual laser welding machine up to 2 kW, and lasers for cleaning and removing surface fats, etc.

The 20-kW fiber laser is known as one of the most powerful industrial lasers used in various industries. These lasers with very high output power are capable of laser hard welding etc. with high speed and precision.

Due to their high power, these lasers are used in various industries, like steel, metal industries, automobile manufacturing, shipbuilding, medical equipment manufacturing, and the production of electronic components, etc.

A fiber laser is a type of solid-state laser that uses an optical fiber as a gain medium. The core in the center of the fiber is doped with a rare-earth element, Yb (ytterbium), and has the highest refractive index. A 1.1 μm Laser light and Pump light propagate in this Yb-doped center core.

Iran-Made Industrial Felt Reduces Noise Pollution

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company managed to decrease noise pollution and improve the visual quality of work spaces by using special home-made industrial felt.

“Industrial felt enjoys the capability to absorb sound and it can be produced in different sizes and colors. It is a fireproof material and can be washed,” said Arian Abolhassani, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“One of the special products we have produced is acoustic ceiling louvres which are made of U-shaped felt branches and can be connected to the ceiling. These acoustic ceiling louvres, in addition to absorbing sound visually, also contribute to the quality of the space,” he added.

Abolhassani also underlined production of over 20 products and implementation of over 100 projects in his company.

Iranian Specialists Produce Telecommunication Processors

Specialists of a knowledge-based company managed to manufacture telecommunication processors which are used to transfer information between two or more points through electrical, optical or radio signals.

“The latest product of our company is telecommunications processors which are produced for the first time in the country, and the design and use of internal technology have been fully completed by our specialists,” Majid Pazireh, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

Noting that the product is used in the telecommunication industry, he said, “At present, the foreign model of telecommunication processors is used in Iran’s telecommunications industry and we hope to replace them with the Iran-made ones in the future.”

The advantage of the domestic product compared to the foreign sample is that this product is indigenized, and changes in hardware and software will be made based on the customer's needs, and the security and data safety is another advantage of the domestic product,” Pazireh said.

Iran-Made Atomic Clock Measures Time with High Accuracy

Mehri Hamidi Sangdehi, a faculty member of Shahid Beheshti University in Tehran, with the support of Iran’s Artificial Intelligence, Laser and Quantum Center succeeded in indigenizing an atomic clock with very high accuracy.

Using an atomic clock, time can be measured with high accuracy. These clocks, which are also known as quantum sensors, have wide applications in various military and civilian fields.

The atomic clock has an accuracy of hundredths of a nanosecond and is made by using rubidium atoms for applications like showing the accurate timing and positioning (GPS), classical and quantum communications, etc.

This product is used in aerospace, navigation and reference frequency devices.

An atomic clock is a clock that measures time by monitoring the resonant frequency of atoms. It is based on atoms having different energy levels. Electron states in an atom are associated with different energy levels, and in transitions between such states they interact with a very specific frequency of electromagnetic radiation.

Iranian Scientists Produce Nano-Based Granules to Remove Unpleasant Odor of Urban Swage

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company took a big stride in settling the problem of unpleasant odor of urban sewage by indigenizing the nano-based granules.

The research and development (R&D) department of the knowledge-based company has conducted numerous researches and experiments regarding the behavioral mechanisms of various gaseous and solid phase pollutants, including metal fume dust and various chemical gases.

These researches have led to the design of filtration systems with higher efficiency and lower energy consumption, which can effectively solve the problem of pollutants for various industries.

Production of nano granules to remove the unpleasant odor from the urban sewage network is one of the achievements of the knowledge-based company.

“This product was made based on the needs of Iran’s water and sewage company and with the necessary research and development, and it was tested in both the urban and industrial sewage sector and the necessary licenses were received for it. After the pilot production, the industrial production of these granules has been carried out and used in several refineries in the country,” said Seyed Mohsen Hosseini Rawandi, the managing director of the company.

Iranian Company Honored at CHTF 2024 Tech Fair in China

An Iranian knowledge-based company received a special award at the 26th China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF 2024).

The award was presented to the company’s representative alongside honorees from Germany, Malaysia, Singapore, Australia, and China.

‘Bayan Rayan’ company, stationed at Sharif University of Technology’s Science and Technology Park, is the sole Iranian producer of servers which also makes industrial computers and high frequency multilayer electronic boards. 

At the Shenzhen-based exhibition, one of the largest global events focused on advanced technologies, the company showcased its advanced products, including servers, industrial computers, mini-PCs, and high-frequency multilayer electronic boards. The event draws global attention to cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, Internet of Things, advanced machinery, and more. 

Iranian Specialists Indigenize Training Arm for Child Intravenous Injection

Experts at an Iranian knowledge-based company produced an intravenous injection training arm for injecting and collecting blood from a child.

“Child intravenous injection training arm is placed in the category of medical and health equipment, medical educational equipment and testing equipment and therapeutic necessities, medical, diagnostic and therapeutic software and physical training software and it is used dermally and subcutaneously in the training of child intravenous injection and child venous blood collection,” said Mehdi Azizi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“Also, for the first time in Iran, we have made adult intravenous injection moulage which enjoys a smart design and high-quality materials, and compared to foreign samples, it has a very low price and high quality,” he added.

“This product has eight main veins - similar to the anatomy of the body - silicone skin with the ability to puncture at least a thousand times without leakage, silicone veins with the ability to puncture at least 500 times without leakage, artificial blood for feedback to the student, washable hand trunk and spare parts,” Azizi explained.

Iran-Made Acoustic Segmentation Device Identifies Sediments, Objects in Aquatic Environments

A group of technologists from a knowledge-based company succeeded in building an acoustic segmentation device with application in deep water environments like reservoirs of dams, oceans and rivers to perform sediment imaging and object identification.

“The acoustic segmentation device is a technological products of the company which is used in water environments like reservoirs of dams, oceans, seas and rivers. This device is used to measure the parameters of water environments,” Reza Hosseinzadeh Asl, a graduate of water structures field from University of Tehran and a researcher of the knowledge-based company.

“This device can display parameters like temperature, speed and direction of water flow in different water layers by sending and receiving sound and analyzing them. This system has other applications like identifying sediment in rivers and objects in deep aquatic environments,” he added.

“The device analyzes the sound after receiving the information and presents the final report. It can complete the required missions up to a depth of 90 meters,” Hosseinzadeh Asl said.

“The measurement length of this device depends on the frequency used and can collect information from 100 meters to several kilometers in the ocean,” he noted.

Iran to Hold 11th Nat’l 'Brain Bee' Competition

The 11th national student competition titled ‘Brain Science’ is due to be held in Iran with the support of the Cognitive Science and Technology Development Headquarters.

The competition is aimed at encouraging students to work in the field of brain science, finding young talents, and persuading the emerging generation to study in the field of neuroscience.

The ‘Brain Science’ is a version of ‘Brain Bee’ competition which is a globally held in the field of neuroscience and encourages students to explore the world of brain research and investigation and takes steps towards improving brain health and cognition. This competition provides a platform for the development of future elites in the field of neuroscience and is a safe and secure experience for students interested in this field.

The first phase of the competition will be held on February 28, 2024, and the second phase will be held in August 2024 among the winners of the first phase.

This competition is organized by the Iranian Neuroscience Association in cooperation with the Synapse Scientific Group.

350 New Ideas Presented at Iran's DANOVA Student Technology Expo

The third 3-day DANOVA Student Technology event was held at the Iran International Innovation Zone at Pardis Science and Technology Park on November 19 for 3 days.

Over 8,000 ideas were sent to the event secretariat, and after initial screening and two stages of expert judging, 350 student ideas and designs were presented to the public at this event.

Also, 140 ideas presented at the exhibition were presented for the final judging. Over 15,000 students will visit this event during the three days of the exhibition.

The event will be held in 10 specialized areas of programming and artificial intelligence, electricity and electronics, mechanics and precision instrumentation, robotics, cybersecurity, health and treatment, chemistry and recombinant materials, soft and creative industries, environment and governance, with the support of the Iran International Innovation Zone and in cooperation with the Iranian Vice-Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy and the Ministry of Education.

Iran-Made Herbal Product Able to Dissolve Kidney Stones Up to 10 mm

A technological company in Iran has produced a herbal product capable of dissolving kidney stones up to 10 mm, without causing side effects like pain and bleeding.

“Our company operates in the field of planting medicinal plants and processing herbal medicines, and the these medications are for the treatment of kidney stones, so that it removes kidney stones up to 6 mm with a patented medicine and even treats and dissolves kidney stones up to 10 mm without any side effects like pain and bleeding,” Faramarz Badakhshani, the head of the Islamic Azad University’s Yasouj branch in Kohgilouyeh and Boyer Ahmad province, told ANA.

“The next product is anti-burn ointment which is produced from the hairy spike plant which grows as a bush in the streams of springs and foothills,” he added.

Iran-Made Vacuum Distillation Device Separates Hydrocarbons from Oil

An Iranian knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing a vacuum distillation device based on the ASTM 1160D standard, which is used to separate hydrocarbons from oil.

“Vacuum distillation device based on the ASTM 1160D standard, atmospheric distillation device based on the ASTM 86D standard, diesel engine oil corrosion device, and semi-automatic closed ignition device are among the products or our company,” said Moslem Mashayekhi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

Elaborating on the performance of the vacuum distillation device based on the ASTM 1160D standard, he said, “This test method is used to determine the distillation features of petroleum products that may decompose if distilled at atmospheric pressure. The data obtained from this method can be used as a characteristic of petroleum products, which often include limitations of the distillation process.”

Mashayekhi explained that vacuum distillation is one of the best laboratory and industrial methods used to separate substances in liquid solutions, saying, “In this method, the desired solution is placed under vacuum, which lowers the temperature of the solution. As a result, the dissolved substances can be separated from each other with less energy.”

“Using the vacuum distillation method is suitable for solutions in which the substances in them have a high evaporation temperature and also a high boiling point in the atmosphere,” he added.

Iranian Scientists Produce Hydrolyzed Proteins from Waste Fibers

Specialists of a technological company succeeded in producing hydrolyzed proteins from waste fibers like sheep wool, bird feathers, and human hair.

“This product is used in the cosmetics, construction, agriculture, and medical industries. It is used in organic fertilizers in agriculture because it has a very high hydrogen content,” Matin Dalir, the managing director of the company stationed at the incubator center of Islamic Azad University’s Rasht Branch, told ANA.

“Hydrolyzed keratin is used in the cosmetics sector for skin and hair, which we have worked on professionally,” she added.

“In the construction sector, this product, along with other chemicals, increases the strength of concrete, and in medicine, it is used to heal wounds and produce hydrogels and cell tissue,” Dalir said.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Makes Hygienic Egg Packaging Machinery

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in designing and producing egg-packaging machinery that performs the packaging process without hand contact and is completely hygienic.

“Farm packers and egg packaging machinery, industrial and manual jet printers, daters and adhesive labels are among the most important products made by our company,” said Amir Asadollah Golestani, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“Egg packaging machinery designed and produced in our company performs the process of correctly placing eggs from their sharp tip into the packaging, fully automatically and without hand contact. This makes egg packaging more elegant and increases the shelf life of the product,” he added.

“Our customers, who are equipped with these egg packaging machines and jet printers, offer products with hygienic, elegant, and completely uniform packaging to export markets, which have been well received in these countries,” Golestani said.

Iranian Firm Develops Laser Technology for Road, Dam Construction Machinery

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing advanced laser technology for road and dam construction machinery.

This innovative achievement has created a remarkable transformation in the country's road construction industry and has improved the accuracy and quality of asphalt paving operations to an unprecedented level.

“This new technology is designed to increase the accuracy and quality of asphalt paving operations in construction projects. The system uses a laser beam to create an accurate reference line for the machine,” said Afshin Navvabi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“The laser sensor and controller system automatically adjusts the machine's movements to this reference line by measuring the machine's deviation from the laser beam and applying control signals to the servo-hydraulic section,” he added.

“Making a large-scale laser sensor is one of the most prominent features of this product. These sensors are designed to be resistant to outdoor optical and environmental disturbances, and the control algorithms for the servo hydraulics have been developed to provide better performance,” Navvabi said.

Measuring Viscosity of Drilling Fluids by Iran-Made Viscometer

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in indigenizing a viscometer device which is an accurate and efficient instrument for measuring the viscosity of drilling fluids.

“Viscometer is an accurate and efficient instrument for measuring the viscosity of drilling fluids, which, with its unique features and very competitive price, has been able to be a suitable alternative to similar foreign models sulike OFITE Viscometer Model 800 and Fann Viscometer Model 35A,” said Alireza Nasrollahnejad, the managing director of the knowledge-based Diaco Energy Pajouh company.

“This product is designed to accurately measure the viscosity of drilling fluids at six different speeds of 3, 6, 100, 200, 300 and 600 rpm. This device is capable of calculating the plastic viscosity, apparent viscosity and inflection point of various drilling fluids with very high accuracy.”

Noting that all parts of the device are designed and manufactured domestically, Nasrollahnejad said, “The use of domestic parts has not only reduced costs, but also made it easier to repair and maintain. Due to its special design, this device is very durable and is perfectly suitable for use in difficult conditions on drilling rigs.”

Iran’s Annual Exports of Nanotechnology Products Experience 110% Growth

Iran’s exports of nanotechnology products in the past Persian calendar year (ended on March 19) increased 110 percent compared to a year earlier.

Iranian producers exported $145 million of nanotechnology products in the mentioned year, according to the official figures.

Iran had exported $69 million worth of nanotechnology products on March 21, 2022, to March 21, 2023.

The total value of Iran’s nanotechnology products in the past year stood at $1.62 billion, of which about 91 percent was sold in domestic markets and only nine percent was exported.

Also, the sales of nano-based products in Iran in 2023 increased by 104 percent compared to 2022.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Makes Spinal Implants

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in production of a diverse portfolio of spinal implants, specially pediatric implants, with quality on par with foreign models.

“We produce a variety of products, including spinal screws, neck and back implants for adults and children,” said Mojtaba Salimi, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

“Rayan Novin Teb Roza company is the only firm operating in the field of pediatric spinal implants in Iran. The company's researchers are also working on a new hi-tech product which is a hydroxyapatite-coated spinal screw,” he added.

“All products manufactured by this company are in compliance with current international standards and have a production license from ISO 9001,” Salimi said.

“Given the fact that we are the only manufacturer of pediatric spinal implants in the country, the company's main priority is to meet domestic needs, but we are trying to increase the company's production capacity by creating new infrastructure and expanding activities, and by assessing the needs of regional markets, we will soon start the company's exports plans,” he noted.

Iranian Experts Develop Offline Android Voice Assistant System

Researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in producing an offline Android voice assistant system that provides accurate answers at any time and place without the need for the internet.

“In addition to supporting Persian, this product can support two other international languages, namely English and Arabic, which can serve tourists in international hotels,” said Ali Pakdelnia, the managing director of the company.

“This product can be used in various fields, including hotels, home appliances, welfare equipment for the disabled, and homes and parking lots,” he added.

“The smart assistant operates completely without the need for an internet connection and can provide various services in the form of voice,”Pakdelnia said.

“Our young and expert team also has good capabilities in the fields of smart greenhouses and smart equipment and can play a role in these areas,” he noted.

Iranian Scientists Make Acetylene Gas Purification Device

A knowledge-based company in Iran has succeeded in manufacturing an acetylene gas purification device to meet the needs of laboratories which analyze chemical materials.

“The acetylene gas purification device is one of the products of our company. This device has no domestic or foreign analogues and is patented,” said Ali Kashmiri, the managing director of the knowledge-based company.

He explained that pure acetylene gas has always been and is an important need of chemical analysis laboratories, adding that lack of purity of gases available in the market and unprofessional filling of capsules, including not changing the acetone inside the capsule after each charge, not checking the standard level of acetone inside the capsule, etc., are always considered as the main reasons for device failures, which has always put laboratories under pressure due to the high costs of repairs.

Noting that acetylene is produced by mixing water with calcium carbide, Kashmiri said, “The resulting reaction is very exothermic and should be accompanied by the addition of more cold water. Acetylene effervesces and calcium hydroxide (hydrated lime) are by-products of this process.” “After this stage, drying and purification are carried out and the porous material is filled in a solution of acetone in steel cylinders under pressure. This process causes the introduction of many impurities into the gas, which causes corrosion and clogging of parts and adds to the problems of analysis. Impure gas is also one of the main reasons for problems in analysis. For example, in the analysis of arsenic by the hydride generator method, even without pure gas, there is a serious problem in accuracy, which is solved with an acetylene gas purifier,” he added.

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Produces Spray to Stop Bleeding

Iranian researchers at a knowledge-based company succeeded in producing and manufacturing a spray that can stop capillary and superficial bleeding.

“This spray is made based on recycled oxidized cellulose and is suitable for stopping capillary and superficial bleeding,” Reza Sayyah, a manager of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“The bleeding-stopping spray creates a thin layer on the wound that not only stops bleeding but also prevents re-bleeding. This spray is suitable for stopping bleeding caused by cuts, scrapes, and small, superficial tears,” he added.

Sayyah described stopping bleeding in 30 seconds, reducing pain from the injury, and being non-toxic, non-irritating, and non-sensitizing as some of the benefits of this spray, and said, “To use this spray, the bleeding site must first be cleaned. Then the can of the spray should be shaken well and the powder should be sprayed onto the wound from a distance of 20 centimeters, covering the desired area.”

Iranian Knowledge-Based Firm Produces Hybrid Sugar Beet Seeds

A knowledge-based company in Iran succeeded in producing and supplying hybrid sugar beet seeds with a price less than half of the foreign samples.

“The main mission of our company is to produce hybrid sugar beet seeds,” Majid Valadan, the managing director of the knowledge-based company, told ANA.

“At present, we produce and market 10 varieties of hybrid sugar beet seeds, and in our first mission we have achieved great success in this way,” he added.

Noting that Iran is now self-sufficient in this regard and also enjoys the capability to export, Valadan said, “Production of hybrid vegetable and summer seeds has been the second mission of our knowledge-based company, which produces 9 products and 37 varieties of seeds, including tomato and cucumber seeds.”

“We also produce seeds of pumpkin, eggplant, melon and other vegetable and summer items,” he added.

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