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Atom Probe Tomography (APT) represents a revolutionary characterization tool for materials that can image individual atoms in three dimensions, a major advancement over the two dimensional images of other microscopy techniques.Atom Probe Tomography: Seeing Millions of Atoms….in 3D
Atom Probe Tomography (APT) represents a revolutionary characterization tool for materials that can image individual atoms in three dimensions, a major advancement over the two dimensional images of other microscopy techniques.
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Among the twelve principles of green science and technology is a desire that the production of materials be achieved from sustainable sources with minimal environmental impact, and preferably by recycling of waste materials.Green Processing of Iron-Based Materials
Among the twelve principles of green science and technology is a desire that the production of materials be achieved from sustainable sources with minimal environmental impact, and preferably by recycling of waste materials.
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This publication is designed to provide engineers with design guidelines, material property information, inspection methods and quality standards for CoorsTek thick-film alumina substrates. These guidelines will aid in optimizing substrate design and material selection in order to meet technical requirements cost-effectively.Thick Film Ceramic Substrates - Design Guide by CoorsTek
This publication is designed to provide engineers with design guidelines, material property information, inspection methods and quality standards for CoorsTek thick-film alumina substrates. These guidelines will aid in optimizing substrate design and material selection in order to meet technical requirements cost-effectively.
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Nimonic 75 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Nimonic 75 Nickel-Chrome Alloy by Alloy Wire International Nimonic 75 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Nimonic 75 Nickel-Chrome Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Monel K500 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Monel K500 Nickel-Copper Alloy by Alloy Wire International Monel K500 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Monel K500 Nickel-Copper Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Monel 400 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Monel 400 Nickel-Copper Alloy by Alloy Wire International Monel 400 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Monel 400 Nickel-Copper Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Haynes 25 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Haynes 25 Cobalt-Nickel-Chromium-Tungsten Alloy by Alloy Wire International Haynes 25 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Haynes 25 Cobalt-Nickel-Chromium-Tungsten Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Rene 41 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Rene 41 Nickel-Chrome Alloy by Alloy Wire International Rene 41 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Rene 41 Nickel-Chrome Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Titanium Grade 5 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Titanium Alloy Ti6Al4V by Alloy Wire International Titanium Grade 5 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Titanium Alloy Ti6Al4V by Alloy Wire International
CeraPure™ medical ceramics were developed specifically for medical device applications. This family of ceramics include aluminas, zirconias, silicon carbide and tungsten carbides. Some of the beneficial properties of CerPure ceramics include, strong resistance to thermal shock, high strength, 
compatibility, superior chemical resistance and excellent high-temperature electrical resistivity.CeraPure - Advanced Ceramics for Medical Applications from CoorsTek
CeraPure™ medical ceramics were developed specifically for medical device applications. This family of ceramics include aluminas, zirconias, silicon carbide and tungsten carbides. Some of the beneficial properties of CerPure ceramics include, strong resistance to thermal shock, high strength, compatibility, superior chemical resistance and excellent high-temperature electrical resistivity.
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Waspaloy – Composition, Properties and Applications of Waspaloy Nickel Alloy by Alloy Wire International Waspaloy – Composition, Properties and Applications of Waspaloy Nickel Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Inconel 825 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Inconel 825 Nickel-Chromium Alloy by Alloy Wire International Inconel 825 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Inconel 825 Nickel-Chromium Alloy by Alloy Wire International
Stainless Steel 304 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Stainless Steel 304 by Alloy Wire International Stainless Steel 304 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Stainless Steel 304 by Alloy Wire International
Stainless Steel 316 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Stainless Steel 316 by Alloy Wire International Stainless Steel 316 – Composition, Properties and Applications of Stainless Steel 316 by Alloy Wire International
This article describes DuraStrate alumina thick film substrates for electronic applications which are available from CoorsTek. A detailed set of peoperties is provided for this family of materials.DuraStrate - Thick Film Substrates for Electronic Applications from CoorsTek
This article describes DuraStrate alumina thick film substrates for electronic applications which are available from CoorsTek. A detailed set of peoperties is provided for this family of materials.
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Developed specifically for applications in semiconductor, electronic,and optical industries, CoorsTek® PlasmaPure-UC™ alumina offers exceptionally high purity (99.9% Al2O3), high etch resistance in corrosive chemistries, low-sodium content, and an extremely low dielectric loss tangent of < 0.00002.PlasmaPure-UC - Ultra-Pure Alumina for Extreme Duty Semiconductor Applications by CoorsTek
Developed specifically for applications in semiconductor, electronic,and optical industries, CoorsTek® PlasmaPure-UC™ alumina offers exceptionally high purity (99.9% Al2O3), high etch resistance in corrosive chemistries, low-sodium content, and an extremely low dielectric loss tangent of < 0.00002.
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The quality of the glass is linked to multiple environmental and operational conditions that are affecting the glass surface when lifted from the tin bath. The bottom glass surface is influenced by liquid metal and solid roll contact, when the top glass surface is mainly affected by the atmosphere and process parameters.Fused Silica Rollers for the Production of High Quality Glass by Vesuvius
The quality of the glass is linked to multiple environmental and operational conditions that are affecting the glass surface when lifted from the tin bath. The bottom glass surface is influenced by liquid metal and solid roll contact, when the top glass surface is mainly affected by the atmosphere and process parameters.
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Increased demand for glass for solar applications is driving the development of specific glass qualities that are designed for the various solar technologies. When dedicating the glass plant to produce Solar grades for thin film or to PV module encapsulation, the melting and forming process are impacted by the float lines' past applications.Design of Float Lines and Lift Out Rolls for Production of High Quality Solar Glass by Vesuvius
Increased demand for glass for solar applications is driving the development of specific glass qualities that are designed for the various solar technologies. When dedicating the glass plant to produce Solar grades for thin film or to PV module encapsulation, the melting and forming process are impacted by the float lines' past applications.
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Materiomics is defined as the study of the material properties of natural and synthetic materials by examining fundamental links between processes, structures and properties at multiple scales, by using systematic experimental, theoretical or computational methods.Materiomics: Materials Science of Biological Protein Materials, from Nano to Macro
Materiomics is defined as the study of the material properties of natural and synthetic materials by examining fundamental links between processes, structures and properties at multiple scales, by using systematic experimental, theoretical or computational methods.
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The goal of clean coal research is to increase the steam temperature, which would increase efficiency. At these conditions, Ni-base superalloy blades and vanes in the turbine are protected by sophisticated film cooling systems and by thermal barrier coatings.Material Characterization for Power Generation Applications
The goal of clean coal research is to increase the steam temperature, which would increase efficiency. At these conditions, Ni-base superalloy blades and vanes in the turbine are protected by sophisticated film cooling systems and by thermal barrier coatings.
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The scope of Green Engineering depends upon one's perspective and discipline, but it is broadly defined as minimizing environmental impacts across all life cycle phases in the design and engineering of products, processes, and systems.Green Engineering and Materials Science
The scope of Green Engineering depends upon one's perspective and discipline, but it is broadly defined as minimizing environmental impacts across all life cycle phases in the design and engineering of products, processes, and systems.
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Structural integrity is concerned with determining and predicting the performance, failure, durability and safety of the component fabricated from the material that is subjected to a range of operating conditions during use. Materials Science and Structural Integrity (SI) Assessment
Structural integrity is concerned with determining and predicting the performance, failure, durability and safety of the component fabricated from the material that is subjected to a range of operating conditions during use.
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There is significant interest in the development of new generations of semiconductor-based sensors that take advantage of microelectronic fabrication techniques to create robust sensor arrays that are integrated with wireless data transmission systems.Semiconductor Biological and Gas Sensors
There is significant interest in the development of new generations of semiconductor-based sensors that take advantage of microelectronic fabrication techniques to create robust sensor arrays that are integrated with wireless data transmission systems.
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The nuclear industry is at the eye of a 'perfect storm' with fuel oil and natural gas prices near record highs, worldwide energy demands increasing at an alarming rate, and increased concerns about greenhouse gas  emissions that have caused many to look negatively at long-term use of fossil fuels. Materials Science and The Global Nuclear Renaissance
The nuclear industry is at the eye of a 'perfect storm' with fuel oil and natural gas prices near record highs, worldwide energy demands increasing at an alarming rate, and increased concerns about greenhouse gas emissions that have caused many to look negatively at long-term use of fossil fuels.
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Zircar Zirconia Cylinders Type ZYC are rigid, free standing refractory structures composed of yttria stabilized zirconia fibers that are bonded with silica.Zirconia (ZrO2) Rigid Ceramic Fiber Cylinders - Properties and Applications by Zircar Zirconia
Zircar Zirconia Cylinders Type ZYC are rigid, free standing refractory structures composed of yttria stabilized zirconia fibers that are bonded with silica.
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Sintering trays provide a convenient and protective method of sintering ware up to temperatures of 1700°C. Zircar Zirconia can provide sintering trays made from zirconia and alumina.Alumina (Al2O3) and Zirconia (ZrO2) Sintering Trays from Zircar Zirconia
Sintering trays provide a convenient and protective method of sintering ware up to temperatures of 1700°C. Zircar Zirconia can provide sintering trays made from zirconia and alumina.
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Ceria (cerium dioxide), CeO<sub>2</sub>, has a very high surface area and is ideal as a catalyst support. Our ceria fibers and textiles are made by the same unique Zircar process used for manufacturing yttria-stabilized zirconia textiles.Ceria Fibers and Textiles (CeO2) - Properties and Applications by Zircar Zirconia
Ceria (cerium dioxide), CeO2, has a very high surface area and is ideal as a catalyst support. Our ceria fibers and textiles are made by the same unique Zircar process used for manufacturing yttria-stabilized zirconia textiles.
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The DVS-ASM Thermal Spray Workshop The DVS-ASM Thermal Spray Workshop
The MS&T partnership of leading materials societies – ACerS, AIST, AMS and TMS – brings together scientists, engineers, students, suppliers and others to discuss current research and applications, and to shape the future of materials science and technology. MS+T'10 - Materials Science and Technology 2010 Conference and Exhibition
The MS&T partnership of leading materials societies – ACerS, AIST, AMS and TMS – brings together scientists, engineers, students, suppliers and others to discuss current research and applications, and to shape the future of materials science and technology.
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Enrich your career at the 36th International Symposium for Testing and Failure Analysis, November 14-18 in Dallas, Texas. Acquire the latest knowledge from the field's leading professionals with six days of tutorials, short courses, technical presentations, panels, and user groups. 36th International Symposium for Testing and Failure Analysis (ISTFA 2010) - ASM International
Enrich your career at the 36th International Symposium for Testing and Failure Analysis, November 14-18 in Dallas, Texas. Acquire the latest knowledge from the field's leading professionals with six days of tutorials, short courses, technical presentations, panels, and user groups.
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High Purity Sputtering Targets for Use in PVD Applications from Alfa Aesar High Purity Sputtering Targets for Use in PVD Applications from Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar offers a broad range of metals and alloys from aluminum to zirconium, featuring purities up to 99.9999%. Products are offered in a wide variety of forms, including wires, foils, shots, targets, powders, thermocouple wires, and many more.High Purity Metals and Materials from Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar offers a broad range of metals and alloys from aluminum to zirconium, featuring purities up to 99.9999%. Products are offered in a wide variety of forms, including wires, foils, shots, targets, powders, thermocouple wires, and many more.
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Alfa Aesar, offers thousands high purity inorganic materials, including base metal compounds, rare earth compounds and ultra dry materials for air and moisture sensitive applications.High Purity Inorganic Materials from Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar, offers thousands high purity inorganic materials, including base metal compounds, rare earth compounds and ultra dry materials for air and moisture sensitive applications.
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Alfa Aesar and Nanophase Technologies an industry-leading nanocrystalline materials innovator and manufacturer, have entered into a mutually exclusive partnership for the distribution of nanoparticles and nanoparticle dispersions. Synthesis and attributes of these materials are covered herein.Nanoparticles and Nanoparticle Dispersions from Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar and Nanophase Technologies an industry-leading nanocrystalline materials innovator and manufacturer, have entered into a mutually exclusive partnership for the distribution of nanoparticles and nanoparticle dispersions. Synthesis and attributes of these materials are covered herein.
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Nitinol Nickel Titanium Shape Memory Alloys from Alfa Aesar Nitinol Nickel Titanium Shape Memory Alloys from Alfa Aesar
Non Linear Optical Materials from Alfa Aesar Non Linear Optical Materials from Alfa Aesar
Photovoltaic materials are used in the creation of solar cells that convert sunlight directly into electricity. Photovoltaic  devices reduce our dependency on fossil fuels. Alfa Aesar can supply high purity silicon and Cadmium Telluride (CdTe) materials for Photovoltaics.High Purity Silicon and Cadmium Telluride (CdTe) Materials for Photovoltaics from Alfa Aesar
Photovoltaic materials are used in the creation of solar cells that convert sunlight directly into electricity. Photovoltaic devices reduce our dependency on fossil fuels. Alfa Aesar can supply high purity silicon and Cadmium Telluride (CdTe) materials for Photovoltaics.
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Alfa Aesar has longstanding experience in producing an extensive range of specialized silver compounds. We have the capability of producing batch sizes up to 200 Kg. Features and applications of specialty silver compounds from Alfa AesarFeatures and Applications of Specialty Silver Compounds from Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar has longstanding experience in producing an extensive range of specialized silver compounds. We have the capability of producing batch sizes up to 200 Kg. Features and applications of specialty silver compounds from Alfa Aesar
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Alfa Aesar has a world- renowned reputation for consistently supplying the highest quality analytical fluxes to the cement and steel industries and geo-scientists for mineralogical applications. They can also supply a range of platimum labware for these analytocal techniques.Spectroflux Alkali Borate Fusion Fluxes and Platinum Labware for Materials Analysis by Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar has a world- renowned reputation for consistently supplying the highest quality analytical fluxes to the cement and steel industries and geo-scientists for mineralogical applications. They can also supply a range of platimum labware for these analytocal techniques.
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Alfa Aesar is proud to introduce a new line of HiFUEL™ base metal fuel processing catalysts, which complements the HiSPEC catalyst products. A selection of Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) and other fuel cell components are also available.Fuel Cells, Catalysts and Components from Alfa Aesar
Alfa Aesar is proud to introduce a new line of HiFUEL™ base metal fuel processing catalysts, which complements the HiSPEC catalyst products. A selection of Membrane Electrode Assemblies (MEAs) and other fuel cell components are also available.
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Silicon - Properties of Silicon by Insaco Silicon - Properties of Silicon by Insaco
Cordierite - Properties of Cordierite by Insaco Cordierite - Properties of Cordierite by Insaco
Titanium Diboride (TiB2) - Properties of Titanium Diboride Advanced Ceramics by Insaco Titanium Diboride (TiB2) - Properties of Titanium Diboride Advanced Ceramics by Insaco
Tungsten Carbide (WC) - Properties of Tungsten Carbide by Insaco Tungsten Carbide (WC) - Properties of Tungsten Carbide by Insaco
This article describes the properties of Silicon Nitride advanced ceramics by Insaco. Properties discussed include mechanical, electrical and thermal properties.Silicon Nitride (Si3N4) - Properties of Silicon Nitride Advanced Ceramics by Insaco
This article describes the properties of Silicon Nitride advanced ceramics by Insaco. Properties discussed include mechanical, electrical and thermal properties.
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Boron Nitride (BN) - Properties of Boron Nitride Advanced Ceramics by Insaco Boron Nitride (BN) - Properties of Boron Nitride Advanced Ceramics by Insaco
SiAlONS - Properties of SiAlON Advanced Ceramics by Insaco SiAlONS - Properties of SiAlON Advanced Ceramics by Insaco
Driving reaction technology! That is the overall goal today – creating high-performance, low-cost reaction solutions that combine catalytic and heat transfer functions that lead to breakthroughs in production and energy efficiency.Custom Solutions for Fuel Cell Applications from Catacel
Driving reaction technology! That is the overall goal today – creating high-performance, low-cost reaction solutions that combine catalytic and heat transfer functions that lead to breakthroughs in production and energy efficiency.
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Ohio company Catacel is developing ways to improve heat transfer in hydrogen reforming by fixing catalyst to the walls of a heat exchanging foil structure – potentially increasing hydrogen production by 3-6 per cent for the same amount of natural gas.

Catacel Develops New Technology to Improve Heat Transfer in Hydrogen Reforming
Ohio company Catacel is developing ways to improve heat transfer in hydrogen reforming by fixing catalyst to the walls of a heat exchanging foil structure – potentially increasing hydrogen production by 3-6 per cent for the same amount of natural gas.
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Energy-Efficient Catalytic Heat-Exchanging Materials from Catacel Energy-Efficient Catalytic Heat-Exchanging Materials from Catacel
 
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