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Solders - An Overview

Development of solder technology is being driven by miniaturisation. Surface mount technology now dominates and demands on solders are changing. Solders are now part of the mechanical bond as well as the electrical connection. The effects of thermal expansion, creep and fatigue are also covered.

27 Aug 2001

Surface Treatments for Ceramics

Surface treatments such as ion implantation, ion beam mixing, laser processing, PVD, CVD and laser alloying are being applied to monolithic ceramic materials to improve surface properties so that they can be used for more applications that they would otherwise be unsuited to. Processes include

27 Aug 2001

Controlled Drug Release Dental Gels

Complications such as dental stomatitis are associated with wearing of dentures. Such problems could potentially be avoided by the use of a controlled drug delivery system incorporated into a smart polymer. When certain conditions are encountered, appropriate drugs could be dispensed.

27 Aug 2001

Impact Testing of Composites for the Automotive Industry

The acceptance of fibre reinforced plastic composites (FRP's) by the automotive industry has been limited somewhat by a lack of understanding of impact properties. The advantages of these materials and models to aid the understanding of the impact properties of FRP's are provided.

27 Aug 2001

Ageing of Composites

Designers are sometimes reluctant to use fibre reinforced plastic composites as the long term effects of factors such as loading and environmental effects. This article looks at these effects and how properties can be affected and implications on design and use of FRP's.

27 Aug 2001

Metal Injection Moulding

Metal injection moulding (MIM) is a relatively new manufacturing process for the large-scale net shape forming of high integrity, multifunctional metal parts. Applications include automotive parts, office equipment, medical devices and household appliances.

23 Aug 2001

Gobel X-Ray Mirrors

Gobel mirrors are special mirrors designed for the reflection of x-rays. Produced using pulsed laser deposition they have advantages such as increased primary intensity, more forgiving in the area of sample geometry and improved signal to noise ratio.

23 Aug 2001

Spray Formed Aerospace Alloys

Spray formed Ni and Al alloys offer improved performance and reduced costs for some aerospace applications. The process is described and its application to nickel superalloys and aluminium alloys. Properties and characteristics of the resultant materials are covered

23 Aug 2001

Abradable Coatings Increase Gas Turbine Engine Efficiency

The use of abradable coatings has enabled increased efficiency gas turbine engines by reducing the clearances between fan and shroud and increasing the operating temperature. They can be applied to many other rotating machines by thermal spray processes.

23 Aug 2001

Phenolic - PF Phenol Formaldehyde Mica and Glass Fibre Reinforced; Electrical

High maximum operating temperature, high oxygen index and low mould shrinkage compared with other filled phenolics. Finds uses in the electrical and electronics industry.

21 Aug 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

Solders - An Overview

Surface Treatments for Ceramics

Controlled Drug Release Dental Gels

Impact Testing of Composites for the Automotive Industry

Ageing of Composites

Metal Injection Moulding

Gobel X-Ray Mirrors

Spray Formed Aerospace Alloys

Abradable Coatings Increase Gas Turbine Engine Efficiency

Phenolic - PF Phenol Formaldehyde Mica and Glass Fibre Reinforced; Electrical

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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The Role of Accurate Analysis in Sustaining Critical Materials for a Circular Economy

How to Address Thermal Runaway Protection (TRP) in EVs

Torque Testing Explained

Analysis of Nitrogen Solubility in Soy Protein Using FT-NIR Spectroscopy

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?

Latest Articles

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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4A Bio-Inspired Catalyst for Efficient Chemical Reactions

5Innovative Technology for Enhanced Concrete Construction

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