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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

Metal Injection Moulding - Case Study, A Stainless Steel Gas Connector Flange

Metal injection moulding is a variation on traditional powder metallurgy, with significant advantages which are outlined. The process is briefly explained and applied to a gas fitting flange, where it was successully used to produce a superior quality component compared to the precursor.

26 Jul 2002

Spark Plasma Sintering - A Method for Toughening Ceramics

Researchers have found that using spark plasma sintering can be used to toughen nitride ceramics. The way that the method works is described.

26 Jul 2002

Supplier Data: Imaging Associates - Product Range

Imaging Associates supply a comprehensive range of equipment to suit microscopy and digital imaging requirements. They can supply digital imaging, optical and SEM microscopy equipment as well as a range of associated analytical tools.

25 Jul 2002

Aluminium, The History, Discovery and Development as a Product

The evolution of aluminium as an engineering material is outlined. From its discovery, recognition of beneficial properties, through to the commercialisation of refining processes, to the development of aluminium as a product.

From Goodfellow 20 Jul 2002

Bauxite Mining and the Environment

Bauxite is the raw material used for aluminium and alumina production. Its composition, production and global distribution are all covered. Also covered are environmentla factors relating to restoring areas subjected to bauxite mining.

From European Aluminium Association 20 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

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

Metal Injection Moulding - Case Study, A Stainless Steel Gas Connector Flange

Spark Plasma Sintering - A Method for Toughening Ceramics

Supplier Data: Imaging Associates - Product Range

Aluminium, The History, Discovery and Development as a Product

Bauxite Mining and the Environment

How to Use AFM to Study 2D Materials and Superlattices

How are Fine Ceramics Supporting the Next Generation of Renewable Energy?

Beyond Lithium: How Group14 Is Redefining the Future of Battery Technology

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SU7000 & SU8700 Schottky Field Emission SEMs: Ultra High-Resolution & Analytical Imaging

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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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