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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.

10 Jan 2010

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 the long-term use of fossil fuels.

10 Jan 2010

Properties For Machining of Silicon

Silicon is the second most abundant element, and is produced by the reduction of silica. Its properties are discussed in this article.

17 Dec 2009

Machining Properties Of Cordierite

This article describes the properties of Cordierite. Properties discussed include mechanical, electrical and thermal properties.

17 Dec 2009

Properties of Titanium Diboride (TiB2) For Machining

This article describes the properties of Titanium Diboride advanced ceramics. Properties discussed include mechanical and electrical properties.

17 Dec 2009

Machining Properties Of Tungsten Carbide (WC)

Tungsten Carbide boasts high hardness, strength, and thermal conductivity, ideal for wear-resistant machining applications.

From INSACO Inc. - Machining of Hard Materials 20 Sep 2021

Silicon Nitride (Si3N4) Properties for Machining

Si3N4 is prized in machining for its toughness, hardness, and stability, with properties like 85 kpsi tensile strength and 1200°C max working temp.

From INSACO Inc. - Machining of Hard Materials 23 Aug 2021

Machining Properties For Boron Nitride (BN)

This article outlines the properties of Boron Nitride advanced ceramics. Properties discussed include mechanical & thermal properties.

17 Dec 2009

Properties of SiAlON Advanced Ceramics For Machining

SiAlONS, properties of SiAlON advanced ceramics by Insaco. Properties discussed include mechanical, electrical and thermal properties.

17 Dec 2009

Thermal Analysis Services Available from Particle Technology Labs - Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA)

Particle Technology Labs can provide thermal analysis services for you. These includes Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and Thermal Gravimetric Analysis (TGA). Applications of these thermal testing services are provided in this article.

From Particle Technology Labs 1 Dec 2009