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  • ElectroActive Polymers - EAPs
    Article - 17 Sep 2001
    Electroactive polymers (EAPs) are those, which respond to external electrical stimulation by displaying a significant shape or size displacement. They have shown promise to mimic the movements of...
  • Solders - An Overview
    Article - 27 Aug 2001
    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...
  • Impact Testing of Composites for the Automotive Industry
    Article - 27 Aug 2001
    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...
  • Titanium for Offshore Applications
    Article - 7 Aug 2001
    Titanium and titanium alloys have been employed successfully for applications such as water and product pipework, heat exchangers, vessels and ancillary equipment. Reasons for increased use include...
  • Materials Used in a Nuclear Fuel Reprocessing Plant
    Article - 31 Jul 2001
    The reprocessing of nuclear fuels is a complex one. Materials such as concrete, stainless steels, titanium, zirconium, hafnium and various polymers all play a role and have been selected for their...
  • Surface Treatment Technologies
    Article - 31 Jul 2001
    Technologies such as ion implantation, CO2 laser treatment and plasma spraying are described. These can be used to alter the surface properties of materials, resulting in increased wear and...
  • An Overview of Mercury
    Article - 23 Jul 2001
    Ancient Chinese and Hindus were familiar with mercury (Hg). The metal was also found in Egyptian tombs of 1500 BC. Mercury rarely occurs as such in nature.
  • Lighter Steel Closure Panels for Cars
    Article - 21 Jun 2001
    Using materials such as high strength steels and steel sandwich panels in conjunction with processes such as hydroforming, laser welding etc, the weight of components such as doors, bonnets, bootlids...
  • Steels Challenge Alternative Materials in the Automotive Industry
    Article - 6 Jun 2001
    Developments in the steel industry are helping stave off challenges from alternative materials such as aluminium and plastics in the automotive industry. Steel still dominates for many reasons which...
  • Advanced Materials for Gas Turbine Engines - Fan Blades
    Article - 26 Feb 2001
    Materials such as titanium alloys (Ti6Al4V) and the evolution of turbine blade design are described. Future materials devlopments such as the move to carbon composites are also discussed.

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The Current State of the Global Semiconductor Market

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?

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.

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