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Carbon Fibre Composites for Marine Applications

In competitive yachting small advantages can make all the difference. Employing carbon fibre reinforced polymer composites can provide such an edge due to decreased weight and increased stiffness.

5 Oct 2001

Hot Isostatic Pressing

Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) is a forming process combining simultaneous heat and pressure to consolidate metal and/or ceramic powders. It produces fully dense materials and can bond materials that would not otherwise be possible using conventional techniques. HIP'ed parts are used in many industrie

28 Sep 2001

Nanocomposites - Carbon-Based Fillers

Fillers such as carbon nanotubes and nanofibres can be used in polymer matrix nanocomposites. Matrices include polymers such as polyamides, polyesters, polycarbonates etc. Applications include microelectronics, fuel lines and electromagnetic (EMI) shielding.

28 Sep 2001

Nanocomposites - Processing Issues

Processing techniques such as polymer film extrusion, in-situ polymerisation, injection and blow moulding and extrusion processes for production of clay-based nanocomposites are discussed as are parameters such as effect of nanoclay addition, platelet aspect ratio and graphite nanotube addition.

27 Sep 2001

Nanocomposites - Properties and Applications

Adding nanosized particles to polymers can enhance properties such as strength, modulus, thermal stability as well as decreasing gas permeability. Properties such as toughness and impact resistance may be reduced.

27 Sep 2001

Composites for Aeroengines

Although production costs for composite materials (polymer, ceramic and metal matrix) are coming down, it is difficult for them to become accepted materials for aeroengine applications. Thus article provides an overview of the state of play for composite materials.

24 Sep 2001

Rubber to Metal Bonding

Rubber to metal bonding involves three areas, the substrate, the interface and the rubber. The bonding process itself involves several steps including substrate cleaning, application of bonding agents and rubber moulding, where mould design and plate placement play important roles.

24 Sep 2001

Titanium Alloys - Alpha, Beta and Alpha-Beta Alloys

Pure titanium exists in the alpha phase at room temperature and transforms to the beta phase at 882°C. The beta phase has many beneficial properties and can be frozen in using certain alloying elements to yield either beta or alpha-beta alloys. These elements and their effects will be discussed.

24 Sep 2001

Superplastically Formed Aluminium

By applying heat and air pressure or tool movement, superplastically formed aluminium alloys can be stretched and formed.

24 Sep 2001

Steel Plant Developments

New technologies are being developed for the steel industry to enhance efficiency and productivity and ensure competitiveness. Some of these include electric arc furnaces and new casting technologies. Extending plant life, control systems, finite element analysis etc are also covered.

24 Sep 2001

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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

Carbon Fibre Composites for Marine Applications

Hot Isostatic Pressing

Nanocomposites - Carbon-Based Fillers

Nanocomposites - Processing Issues

Nanocomposites - Properties and Applications

Composites for Aeroengines

Rubber to Metal Bonding

Titanium Alloys - Alpha, Beta and Alpha-Beta Alloys

Superplastically Formed Aluminium

Steel Plant Developments

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

CSP Temperature Standards by Thermometrics

Coolant Control Module for Plasma Cleaning

Nano-Observer II: AFM for Nanoscale Imaging

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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?

How Thermal Analysis Enhances Renewable Energy Systems

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

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