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Reinforced Rubber Hoses for Offshore Applications

Reinforced hoses for offshore applications including crude oil transfer and dredging are described. The different types of hoses, structures, properties and design aspects are covered.

2 Aug 2002

Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys - Extrusion

Aluminium extrusions make up over half the consumption of aluminium products in Europe. The manufacturing process is explained, while alloy suitability and design aspects are also covered.

From European Aluminium Association 2 Aug 2002

Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) - An Introduction

Chemical vapour deposition is a technique whereby gaseous reactants can be deposited onto a substrate. There are several variations in the basic technique which can be used to deposit a wide range of materials for a variety of applications, all of which are outlined.

31 Jul 2002

Butyl Rubber - Polyisobutylene

Butyl rubber consists almost exclusively of poly isobutylene. Composition, structure, polymerisation and vulcanisation, key properties and applications are covered. A comprehensive data sheet is also attached.

30 Jul 2002

Titanium Aluminides - Intermetallics

Titanium aluminides are intermetallic compounds. Several potentially useful compounds exist in this family of materials. They possess properties that see them as possible replacement materials for gas turbine engines. The materials and their properties are oultined, as well as their advantages.

30 Jul 2002

Titanium Alloys - Ti6Al4V Grade 5

Ti6Al4V is an alpha-beta alloy and the most widely used of all the titanium alloys. Ti6Al4V ELI is also briefly described.

From U.S. Titanium Industry Inc. 30 Jul 2002

Bionic Eyes - Ceramic Microdetectors That May Cure Blindness

Ceramic microdetectors or ceramic photocells may help to cure some kinds of blindness. These materials detect incoming light and convert it into electrical impulses, similar to the retina. The origins of the technology, types of blindness that they can potentially cure and production are covered.

29 Jul 2002

Man-Made Spiders Silk

Synthetic spiders silk has finally been produced after many attempts. The properties of this material are extremely desirable. The production method involving transgenic animal technology is outined, as are products under development for this new high performance material.

29 Jul 2002

Shape Memory Polymers - Biodegradable Sutures

A new shape memory biodegradable polymer has been developed that is suitable for biomedical applications such as sutures and stents. The material, how it works and other uses are all outlined.

26 Jul 2002

Anti-Satelliting for Powders Produced Inert Gas Atomisation

Technologies that use metal powders such as powder metallurgy and thermal spraying have demanded finer powders. The production of finer powders results in defects such as splat caps and satelliting which reduce apparent density and flowability. This article outlines a technology that reduces these p

From Atomising Systems Ltd 26 Jul 2002

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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

Reinforced Rubber Hoses for Offshore Applications

Aluminium and Aluminium Alloys - Extrusion

Chemical Vapour Deposition (CVD) - An Introduction

Butyl Rubber - Polyisobutylene

Titanium Aluminides - Intermetallics

Titanium Alloys - Ti6Al4V Grade 5

Bionic Eyes - Ceramic Microdetectors That May Cure Blindness

Man-Made Spiders Silk

Shape Memory Polymers - Biodegradable Sutures

Anti-Satelliting for Powders Produced Inert Gas Atomisation

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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Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

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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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