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Auxetic Materials - Applications

This novel family of materials is quite new and hence applications are relatively limited. This article describes a number of potential applications for auxetic materials including biomedical, piezoelectric and filter membrane applications.

9 Mar 2001

Auxetic Materials - An Introduction

This article describes the properties of an unusual material class. Unlike most materials, when stretched in one direction, auxetic materials also expand in the transverse direction, while most materials will contract in this direction.

9 Mar 2001

Adhesives - Adhesively Bonded Stainless Steel Plumbing Fittings

Case Study: Joining stainless steel pipework in plumbing systems can be expensive, time consuming and difficult. However, through the use of (anaerobic) adhesives, high quality joints can be produced that are expected to last for many tens of years.

8 Mar 2001

Adhesives - Use of Adhesively Bonded Patches for In-Situ Pipeline Repair

Case Study: This article outlines the repair of a steel water pipeline. In this case steel patches were bonded into place where wall thickness was significantly corroded. This provided a cost effective alternative to welding in new sections.

8 Mar 2001

Adhesives - Conversion of Passenger Cars to Commercial Vans

Case Study: Adhesives provided a viable alternative to welding etc for authorities who had a problem with people converting cars to commercial vehicles to avoid taxes in Ireland.

8 Mar 2001

Adhesives - Practical Tips

This article provides some brief tips on how adhesives should be used. It covers surface preparation, selection and outlines some databases that can be used for further information.

8 Mar 2001

Adhesives - Modern Types of Adhesives

The different families of adhesives commonly used today are explained as well as applications. Examples include anaerobics, phenolics, epoxies, silicones, polyimides, hot melts etc.

8 Mar 2001

Powder Metallurgy - Component Manufacture by Uniaxial Pressing

Component production using powder metallurgy is described. Processes involved are compaction (unixial pressing), sintering, sizing and finishing operations such as machining, heat treatment and surface treatments.

From GKN Hoeganaes 7 Mar 2001

Smart Coatings

Smart coatings provide an optimal response to an external stimulus. They have potential applications in building windows for thermal/UV control, wear and corrosion and aerospace. Also covered are smart windows, heat mirrors, overlay coatings and functionally graded materials.

7 Mar 2001

Powder Metallurgy Superalloys

The benefits of PM superalloys over conventional superalloys are explored. It covers the nickel and titanium based superalloys and looks at future developments and directions.

From GKN Hoeganaes 7 Mar 2001

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

The global semiconductor market has entered an exciting period. Demand for chip technology is both driving the industry as well as hindering it, with current chip shortages predicted to last for some time. Current trends will likely shape the future of the industry, which is set to continue to show

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

The primary distinction between graphene-based batteries and solid-state batteries lies in the composition of either electrode. Although the cathode is commonly changed, carbon allotropes can also be employed in fabricating anodes.

What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

In recent years, the IoT is rapidly being introduced into almost all sectors, but it has particular importance in the EV industry.

Latest Articles

Auxetic Materials - Applications

Auxetic Materials - An Introduction

Adhesives - Adhesively Bonded Stainless Steel Plumbing Fittings

Adhesives - Use of Adhesively Bonded Patches for In-Situ Pipeline Repair

Adhesives - Conversion of Passenger Cars to Commercial Vans

Adhesives - Practical Tips

Adhesives - Modern Types of Adhesives

Powder Metallurgy - Component Manufacture by Uniaxial Pressing

Smart Coatings

Powder Metallurgy Superalloys

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

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What Role Will The IoT Play In The Electric Vehicle Industry?

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