G.P. Thomas

Gary graduated from the University of Manchester with a first-class honours degree in Geochemistry and a Masters in Earth Sciences. After working in the Australian mining industry, Gary decided to hang up his geology boots and turn his hand to writing.

When he isn't developing topical and informative content, Gary can usually be found playing his beloved guitar, or watching Aston Villa FC snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.

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Articles from G.P.

Structural Steel 500 - Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

Structural steel is a type of construction material that is made from specific grades of steel.It is manufactured in a range of industry standard cross-sectional shapes.

31 Jan 2013

White Gold - Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

White gold is a gold alloy of at least one white metal (normally palladium, manganese or nickel) and gold . The purity of white gold is provided in karats, similar to yellow gold.

30 Jan 2013

Metal Organic Frameworks and Hydrogen Storage

Metal organic frameworks (MOF) are crystalline compounds comprising metal clusters or ions coordinated to rigid organic molecules to form single, two or three dimensional porous structures.

29 Jan 2013

Ceramic Armor – Materials, Properties and Uses

Ceramic armor is armor used by armored vehicles and in personal armor. The concept of ceramic armor dates back to 1918.

28 Jan 2013

Structural Steel 420 - Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

Structural steel is a standard construction material that is made from specific grades of steel and formed in a range of industry standard cross-sectional shapes.

28 Jan 2013

What Materials are Used in US Coins and Banknotes?

The United States dollar (USD/US$) is also referred to as the American dollar or the U.S. dollar. It is the official currency of the United States of America and its overseas territories. Coins available from the United States mint are made from a variety of metals.

24 Jan 2013

Material Innovations In Snowboards and Skis

This article gives an overview of materials used in skis and snowboards and points to how the sports may be shaped in the future.

23 Jan 2013

Automotive Tyre Recycling

A tyre (or tire) is a ring-shaped covering designed to fit around the rim of a wheel so as to provide it protection and better vehicle performance.

22 Jan 2013

Amalgam: Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

Mercury alloyed with a number of metals forms amalgam, which is primarily used for dental fillings.

21 Jan 2013

Materials Science Applications Of PLM Software

In this interview, Rajiv Ghatikar, vice president and general manager for ASEAN / Australasia of Siemens PLM Software , talks to AZoM about the theory behind PLM software and how it has assisted various project on Earth –and beyond!

16 Jan 2013

Editorial Highlights

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.

G.P. Thomas

Articles from G.P.

Structural Steel 500 - Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

White Gold - Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

Metal Organic Frameworks and Hydrogen Storage

Ceramic Armor – Materials, Properties and Uses

Structural Steel 420 - Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

What Materials are Used in US Coins and Banknotes?

Material Innovations In Snowboards and Skis

Automotive Tyre Recycling

Amalgam: Chemical Composition, Mechanical Properties and Common Applications

Materials Science Applications Of PLM Software

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

How is NMR Powering Innovation and Quality in the Battery Industry?

Exploring EV and Mobility Solutions at TLX Technologies

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

Discover Advanced Solutions for Thickness and Flaw Inspection with the OmniScan™ X4 Flaw Detector

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Uncovering Paper Quality

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

Quantifying Hydrogen Spin Isomers with Raman Spectroscopy

Revealing the Strength of Functionally Gradient Alloys Through Multiscale Characterization

Editorial Highlights

The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

How are Graphene Batteries Made?

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

G.P. Thomas

Articles from G.P.

Advancing Battery Science: PerkinElmer’s Role in Improving Chemistries and Recycling Efficiency

How is NMR Powering Innovation and Quality in the Battery Industry?

Exploring EV and Mobility Solutions at TLX Technologies

1Excelitas Technologies Announces Consolidation Plans to Strengthen Noblelight Operations in Germany

2A New Advance in Lithium-Ion Battery Technology

3Plasmonic Photocatalysis for Efficient Hydrogen Generation

4Researchers Reveal Rare-Earth-Free Polymer

5New Catalyst Revolutionizes Hydrogen Peroxide Production

6The ECOFAP Project aims to make shoe soles and heels with a new 3D printing material based on tanned leather waste

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