Latest Articles

RSS

Titanium and Titanium Alloys - General Machining

Machining of titanium is not as simple as some other metals, mainly due to thermal effects. Suggestions for milling, boring, turning, drilling, tapping, grinding, cutting, electrochemical machining, chemical milling and electrodischarge machining, including tools and cutting speeds are given.

19 Mar 2002

Steel Reinforced Concrete - Corrosion of the Reinforcing Steel

Steel will corrode in most environments. Its behaviour in concrete is addressed. Aspects such as the concrete environment, factors affecting corrosion rates, production realities, deterioration mechanisms, stages of deterioration and modes of deterioration are covered.

From Corrosion Protection Association 13 Mar 2002

Cement and Concrete - History and Development

Concrete has been around since 5600BC. Developments since then are outlined including the discovery of portland cement. The composition and hydration or 'curing' of portland cements are explained as well as the benefits of steel reinforcement.

From Corrosion Protection Association 13 Mar 2002

Cathodic Protection of Steel in Concrete - The International Perspective

This report summarises the development of cathodic protection of steel in concrete. It reports on the technology development and uptake across the world as well as applications and benefits.

From Corrosion Protection Association 12 Mar 2002

Supercritical Fluids - Applications

The unique properties of supercritical fluids have lead to their use in nanomaterial production for applications such as biomaterials, foams, high internal phase emulsions, lithography and metal nanoparticles. Many other potential applications also exist for these materials.

11 Mar 2002

Superalloys for Coal Fired Power Generation

Superalloys are emerging as a viable alternative to ceramic filters for clean burning coal power generators. The possibility of creating thin filters with high surface area and limited susceptibility to thermal shock makes them an attractive prospect.

11 Mar 2002

Biomaterials for Growing Mammalian Cells

Researchers at MIT have successfully produced a biomaterial that supports living nerve cells. These peptide based scaffolds may one day serve to help victims of spinal chord injuries.

5 Mar 2002

Biomaterials and Controlling Them with Radio Waves

Researchers can now control DNA biomolecules with radio waves. The ultimate goal of this work will be to use biological machines to perform tasks on a molecular scale.

5 Mar 2002

Titanium - Architectural Suitability

Excellent mechanical properties and corrosion resistance make titanium an ideal material for architectural applications. The reasons for its suitability including light weight, high strength, energy efficiency, environmental safety, products available, aesthetics, colours etc are covered.

4 Mar 2002

Titanium - Applications

The excellent properties possessed by titanium make it a highly useful material. Applications in aerospace (e.g. engines and structures)and industrial applications are covered, as are emerging technologies (e.g. geothermal power), human implants and armour.

4 Mar 2002

Editorial Highlights

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

Titanium and Titanium Alloys - General Machining

Steel Reinforced Concrete - Corrosion of the Reinforcing Steel

Cement and Concrete - History and Development

Cathodic Protection of Steel in Concrete - The International Perspective

Supercritical Fluids - Applications

Superalloys for Coal Fired Power Generation

Biomaterials for Growing Mammalian Cells

Biomaterials and Controlling Them with Radio Waves

Titanium - Architectural Suitability

Titanium - Applications

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

Puncture Fixture Equipment - Features and Applications

HMK-CD4 Nano Particle Size Analyzer

Defender™ Omega Handheld Raman Analyzer

Sponsored Content

Characterizing Li-Ion Battery Components Using FIB-SEM Tomography

Developing Bioactive Cell Culture Materials with Plasma Treatment

Best Practices for the Mitigation of Matrix-Induced Contamination

Quantifying Amorphous Cementitious Materials with Benchtop XRD

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

Multi-User Facilities: Effectively Supporting Research Goals Across Academia and Industry

What are the Benefits of Single-Crystal Sapphire?

How can Charge Photometry be Used for Battery Screening and Development?

1Flame-Retardant Transparent Bamboo Outperforms Silica Glass

2New Smart Adhesive with Unmatched Strength and Versatility

3Smart Contact Lenses Offer Real-Time Pressure Data

4Abundant Elements Enhance Lithium-Iron Battery Performance

5Eco-Friendly Zinc Battery Targets Global Electricity Access

6Argonne Partners with Talon Metals to Boost Domestic Electric Vehicle Battery Production

Sponsored Content

Editorial Highlights