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The Heat Treatment Industry, Past, Present and Future - A UK Perspective

The changing state of the heat treatment industry is reviewed. Traditional processes and more recent technologies and their impact are outlined. While written from a UK perspective, much of the information is still relevant to other geographical regions.

4 Dec 2002

Titanium Alloys for Automotive Applications

The low density, high strength properties of titanium make it ideal for use in automotive components in an age where light weight and fuel efficiency are key design factors.

11 Aug 2021

World Gold Trends for the Second Quarter 2002 - News Item

The trends for gold across the world for the second quarter of 2002 are reported. Demand for investment and indutrial gold are reported as well as quantities traded. Affects of economic and industrial factors are taken into account. Posted November 2002

29 Nov 2002

Thermal Spray Technology - Frequently Asked Questions

Many of your questions on thermal spraying are answered here. Examples are, what is it, classifications, what materials can be thermally sprayed and what forms can they take, what is it used for, what applications does it have, what are the advantages, how are coatings built up, is oxidation a probl

28 Nov 2002

Shape Memory Alloys - Frequently Asked Questions

Questions such as, what are shape memory alloys, how do they work, how much deformation can they recover from, what metals exhibit shape memory properties and what applications do shape memory alloys have are all answered.

28 Nov 2002

Bioceramics – An Overview Including Calcium Phosphates, Hydroxyapatite, Alumina, Zirconia and Pyrolytic Carbon

An overview of bioceramics, their behaviour in the human body, the forms they can take and their functions is provided. In addition materials such as calcium phosphate materials, alumina, zirconia and pyrolytic carbon are briefly described.

28 Nov 2002

Architectural Concrete - Coloured and Decorative Concretes and Concrete Staining

Once thought of as a dull, basic material, concrete has been used to make architecturally desirable structures. Coloured concretes, pigments, floor screeds and screen printed and photo engraved concretes are covered. Staining by efflorescence, lime weeping and lime bloom are also described.

26 Nov 2002

Aircraft Composites - Damage Through Rain Erosion

While modern composites possess excellent strength etc, they can fail due to erosion from high speed rain droplets. A rain test rig is used to test materials for performance in rain conditions. The test method and erosion behaviour are described.

25 Nov 2002

Copper - Plated Ceramic Electronic Circuits

The copper-plated ceramic circuit technology is explained and compared to other existing technologies. Advantages, materials, system design and performance are all covered.

25 Nov 2002

Alloys for Offshore Applications – Duplex and Super Duplex Stainless Steels, Cupronickels and Corrosion Mechanisms

Offshore structures require special materials due to the highly corrosive environment in which they exist. These conditions and the corrosion mechanisms are described. The materials that have been found to suitable are also discussed including duplex and super duplex stainless steels and cupronickel

20 Nov 2002

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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.

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The Heat Treatment Industry, Past, Present and Future - A UK Perspective

Titanium Alloys for Automotive Applications

World Gold Trends for the Second Quarter 2002 - News Item

Thermal Spray Technology - Frequently Asked Questions

Shape Memory Alloys - Frequently Asked Questions

Bioceramics – An Overview Including Calcium Phosphates, Hydroxyapatite, Alumina, Zirconia and Pyrolytic Carbon

Architectural Concrete - Coloured and Decorative Concretes and Concrete Staining

Aircraft Composites - Damage Through Rain Erosion

Copper - Plated Ceramic Electronic Circuits

Alloys for Offshore Applications – Duplex and Super Duplex Stainless Steels, Cupronickels and Corrosion Mechanisms

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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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