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Nanotechnology Moves into Flame Retardance

Bayer have introduced Bayblend, a new line of polycarbonate/acrylonitrile butadiene styrene copolymer blends that pass the UL 94 flame retardent test. It also exhibits good formability using extrusion and thermoforming techniques. Posted February 2002

14 Feb 2002

Titanium - Forming

Titanium components can be fabricated in similar ways to stainless steels and nickel-based alloys. Processes such as cold forming, hot forming, drawing, tube bending and roller expansion are covered and guidelines for best results provided.

13 Feb 2002

Titanium - Good Welds and Heat Treating

The fabrication of titanium product forms into complex shapes is routine for many fabricators. These shops recognized long ago that titanium is not an exotic material requiring elaborate fabrication techniques.

13 Feb 2002

Titanium - Types of Corrosion

Titanium is susceptible to corrosion in some environments despite its relative stability. Some of these types include general, galvanic and crevice corrosion, as well as stress corrosion cracking, anodic breakdown pitting and hydrogen embrittlement.

11 Feb 2002

Titanium - Corrosive Media

The effects of various media such as alkalis, inorganic salts, organic chemicals, organic acids, oxygen, hydrogen, sulfur dioxide, hydrogen sulfide, nitrogen, ammonia and liquid metals on titanium are examined. The differences between high temperature oxides and anodising are also explained.

11 Feb 2002

Film Capacitors - What Are They and How Are They Made

Capacitors are defined, their history briefly traced and construction outlined. Different types of capcitors such as insert tab and extended foil are distinguished. Basic usage configuations are also given.

From Plastic Capacitors Inc 8 Feb 2002

Stainless Steel - Sorting and Identification Tests

Outlined are some simple and practical tests that can be used for the identification of grades and types of stainless steel. The tests are inexpensive and non-destructive but do have some limitations and can be useful if stock have been mixed up or contaminated.

7 Feb 2002

Titanium - Corrosion by Water

Titanium is highly resistant to corrosion by water, steam and seawater, except at elevated temperatures. Other corrosion mechanisms such as stress corrosion cracking, corrosion fatigue, biofouling, microbiologically influenced corrosion, crevice corrosion and galvanic corrosion are also covered.

5 Feb 2002

Titanium Alloys - Wear Resistance

The wear resistance of titanium alloys is quite poor. It can be enhanced by any number of surface treatments such as enhanced surface films, conversion coatings, electrolytic and electroless plating, thermal spraying, nitriding and shot peening. These processes are reviewed for titanium herein.

30 Jan 2002

Titanium Alloys - Classifications

Titanium alloys can be classified either by structure or strength. The main structures are alpha, beta and alpha-beta, which are described. Different strength classifications also exist, and this is the more common way to classify these materials.

30 Jan 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

Nanotechnology Moves into Flame Retardance

Titanium - Forming

Titanium - Good Welds and Heat Treating

Titanium - Types of Corrosion

Titanium - Corrosive Media

Film Capacitors - What Are They and How Are They Made

Stainless Steel - Sorting and Identification Tests

Titanium - Corrosion by Water

Titanium Alloys - Wear Resistance

Titanium Alloys - Classifications

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