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Tennis Balls with Improved Property Retention Thanks to Nanocomposite Coating

Wilson Double Core tennis balls retain their air pressure and bounce longer than conventional tennis balls thanks to a vermiculite containing nanocomposite coating on the inside of the balls. The coating forms a barrier to air permeation leading to property rentention.

27 Sep 2002

Carburising of Steels - Using Mass Flow Controllers to Control Furnace Atmospheres

Poor control over furnace atmosphere can lead to variations in properties of carburised steel products. Using mass flow controllers, furnace atmosphere can be comytrolled with tight tolerances, minimising these variations. How this works is described herein.

26 Sep 2002

Dealing with Used Salt from Salt Bath Furnaces

Heat treatment of metals using salt baths creates a lot of waste salt. Mannings have devised a method of re-using the salt. The method is briefly described, advantages outlined and a case study presented.

26 Sep 2002

Materials Analysis by Single Spark Evaluation Spectroscopy

Single Spark Evaluation provides a fast an economical alternative to conventional metallographic analysis techniques for the determination of chemical composition. The technique is described and how it can be applied to the determination of inclusions and inhomogeneities.

23 Sep 2002

Non-Destructive Testing - Ultrasonic Testing of Adhesively Bonded Automotive Panlels

Use of adhesively bonded panels has been hindered by lack of suitable quality control methods despite advantages over spotwelding. Ultrasonic testing offers a non-destructive method by which bond integrity can be assessed. The method is described and how it can be applied to the automotive industry.

23 Sep 2002

Recycling Automotive Materials - Lead - Acid Batteries and Polyethylene Terapthalate (PET)

Automotive manufacturers are trying to become more environmentally friendly and looking to recycle more motor vehicle parts. This article looks at recycling of lead acid batteries and polyethtylene terapthalate (PET) components.

20 Sep 2002

Degradation of Polymers

Plastics may not be as long lasting as first thought. Recent evidence shows that breakdown of plastics may begin shortly after manufacture. Recognition, deterioration, influencing factors, preservation and solutions to polymer degradation are discussed.

20 Sep 2002

Concrete Roof Tiles

Concrete roof tiles can now be manufactured to look like many other types of roofing materials. Described herein are the origins of concrete roofing, production methods, use of pigments, efflorescence and testing of concrete roof tiles.

18 Sep 2002

Diamond - Chemically Vapour Deposited Diamond

A detailed look into the production of synthetic diamonds via chemical vapour deposition (CVD) is provided. The processes, growth rates and applications including cutting tools, heat spreaders, semiconductors, electrical devices, microwave communications, solar blind UV sensors etc are covered.

12 Sep 2002

Scanning Probe Microscope (SPM) with Real Time Control – Non-Destructive Testing of Aerospace Components

The Nanomanipulator system has been developed as an extension of the scanning probe microscope (SPM). It offers precise, real-time control. The device can be used to manipulate tiny objects and it is hoped that it will be able to be used in non-destructive evaluation (NDE) of aerospace materials.

12 Sep 2002

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.

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Tennis Balls with Improved Property Retention Thanks to Nanocomposite Coating

Carburising of Steels - Using Mass Flow Controllers to Control Furnace Atmospheres

Dealing with Used Salt from Salt Bath Furnaces

Materials Analysis by Single Spark Evaluation Spectroscopy

Non-Destructive Testing - Ultrasonic Testing of Adhesively Bonded Automotive Panlels

Recycling Automotive Materials - Lead - Acid Batteries and Polyethylene Terapthalate (PET)

Degradation of Polymers

Concrete Roof Tiles

Diamond - Chemically Vapour Deposited Diamond

Scanning Probe Microscope (SPM) with Real Time Control – Non-Destructive Testing of Aerospace Components

How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

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

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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?

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How do CT Instruments Help with Battery Analysis?

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