Versarien Share Discussion Threads

[cheek212] 25/8/2021 12:17

Good read but the fact that NR tweeted pictures re this back in June, I would hope the trials are coming to an end rather than just starting.

[zoo keeper] 25/8/2021 12:14

MADGE AND BOZZER

[rogerthegrouch] 25/8/2021 12:04

How many times can one man be stitched up like a kipper?

The ol' ...fool me twice shame on me thing is stuck on repeat with this man.

[rogerthegrouch] 25/8/2021 12:02

'Greed makes a man blind and foolish and makes him easy prey'

[jointer13] 25/8/2021 11:57

Cheltenham
25 August 2021

University of Gloucestershire tests revolutionary new sportswear material
A University researcher monitors the performance of the material as a wearer exercises.
A University researcher monitors the performance of the material as a wearer exercises.

The University of Gloucestershire is carrying out tests on a local company’s invention that could ‘potentially transform the sportswear industry.‘

Cheltenham-based advanced materials company Versarien PLC has commissioned the University to carry out the first academic wearer trial of its kind.

“A research team is carrying out tests to understand how a prototype upper body garment applied with Versarien’s graphene inks “Graphinks (™)” through a screen-printing process – manufactured by their partner MAS Holdings – compares to a selection of other sports garments when worn during high-intensity exercise,” said a spokesperson.

“Many fabrics have been introduced to the athletic apparel market amid manufacturers’ claims of improved evaporative characteristics and improved athletic performance.

“Versarien has been at the forefront of developing products that integrate graphene – the thinnest material yet discovered, but also incredibly strong – ranging from face masks to products that are currently under development for defence.

“The sportswear trials at the University of Gloucestershire are part of Versarien’s ongoing plan to commercialise graphene within the textiles industry through products that effectively harness graphene’s unique thermal and moisture management properties.”

The Graphene material which is being tested at the University.
The Graphene material which is being tested at the University.

Athanassios Bissas, Professor of Sport and Exercise Technologies at the University, who is leading the project, said: “We’re delighted to be strengthening our links with Versarien in a study that is contributing to the development of innovative garments and that could potentially transform the sportswear industry.

“This project provides an excellent opportunity for our department, its postgraduates and students to serve and interact with real-life science applications and advance their laboratory and analytical skills.

“We’re excited to be developing contemporary analysis techniques supported by AI, such as thermal imaging analysis, that can enable us to become an international player in the area of sportswear testing.”

The new study will measure the performance of the Versarien prototype in terms of heat and sweat retention and dissipation, compared with other tested garments, as a result of the interaction with the human body during strenuous exercise.

For the study, the garments are worn by national-level runners, during running trials at the university’s international-standard sports arena and sports science laboratories on its Oxstalls campus.

The responses to the different garment conditions will be evaluated via blood, urine, skin/body temperature and cardiorespiratory measures alongside psychological measures to determine the wetness, thermal sensation and comfort perception of the participants. Sweat absorption and retention capacities of garments will be assessed using real-time thermographics.

Neill Ricketts, Chief Executive Officer of Versarien, said: “The properties of graphene have displayed early signs of making a significant difference to functionality of activewear.

Neill Ricketts, Chief Executive Officer of Versarien
Neill Ricketts, Chief Executive Officer of Versarien

“The rigorous set of tests that the University of Gloucestershire team has put together will reveal the full extent of the impact that Versarien’s Graphinks has on the performance of the garments and athletes.

“Additionally, this is the next step in the journey to commercialise graphene, building upon our partnership with MAS Holdings to deliver tried and tested graphene-wear to innovative sportswear brands.

Mark Tabrett, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Physiology and the project’s lead physiologist said: “It is a privilege as exercise physiologist and academic to design and implement advanced experimental conditions and techniques to answer real-life problems.

“We are employing a large range of measurements along the whole clinical spectrum to understand the body’s respiratory and cardiovascular responses alongside hydration levels when exercising under different sportswear conditions.”

The findings of the study will contribute to the generation of new knowledge in sports garment technology that aims to improve the physical and psychological state of people wearing the garments while exercising.

Dr Sofie Kent, Senior Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology, said: “Sport clothing can improve performance due to psychological factors. In particular, how freely the individual perceives they can move and the confidence that the garment may facilitate performance can impact upon speed and perception of effort.

“Subsequently, by exploring and understanding an individual’s thoughts and feelings of clothing we can have a better understanding behind the mechanisms that may facilitate improved performance.”

[rogerlin] 25/8/2021 11:52

Thanks for those replies re supply of graphite, let's hope that at least is not a problem. I see it was once mined in the Lake District!

[shavian] 25/8/2021 11:37

There's plenty of graphite around, but most of it is of insufficient quality for our needs. The best seems to come from Sri Lanka and East Africa, but Novonix of Australia has just taken steps to quadruple its production of a revolutionary synthetic graphite of which the battery world speaks highly. Perhaps NR should say 'G'day Mate'

[squire007] 25/8/2021 10:18

Its only Weds but dont be out over the weekend :-)

[sloppyjoe2] 25/8/2021 09:59

Bbm - well the confusion is understandable: according to the latest share price article, even Graham Wood couldn't decide whether the share price would be £3, £5 or £2000!

[jointer13] 25/8/2021 09:46

"Our key partners include graphite producers and miners, chemical suppliers and equipment manufacturers incorporating recycling and reuse as an environmentally friendly and economic production process."

[rogerthegrouch] 25/8/2021 09:44

A real feast of pics today. Thank you to all those involved!

[alchemy] 25/8/2021 09:09

Yesterday , from Coaley, I looked over the silver Severn beyond Slimbridge to the Forest of Dean . The sun caught what must have been an ingot of gold. All will be well.

[mavfav] 25/8/2021 09:07

I believe they paid a key emphasis early on in securing the supply chain.It was reported in Sept 2019 that they were looking at securing long term supply agreements with high quality graphite mines. I'm sure that has been in place for some time I know nooothing

[rogerlin] 25/8/2021 08:06

VRS don't really say how they make nanene, with good reason no doubt, but presumably it is made from graphite? If it is to be put into concrete, large quantities will be needed. Is there any difficulty in getting enough graphite?

[yombo araka] 25/8/2021 01:30

Shame you're not a Blue then you could have ticked it down Pete .. but I'm sure your 'friend' Ian will do it for you later 🤔

[festario] 25/8/2021 01:02

Ha ha... amusing.Filtered.