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  • Magnesium Based MMCs Reinforced with C-Fibers
    Article - 19 Sep 2005
    Metal Matrix Composite’s (MMCs) have gained increasing interest recently. In this paper, latest developments in carbon fiber reinforced magnesium alloys are presented. Results show show an increase in...
  • Aluminium Properties, Production and Applications: an Introduction
    Article - 17 May 2005
    The major advantages of using aluminium are tied directly to its remarkable properties. This article looks at the properties of aluminium and aluminium alloys as well as production of and applications...
  • The HIsmelt Iron-Making Process
    Article - 12 Dec 2002
    HIsmelt is an iron making technology that has several advantages over using blast furnaces. These advantages and the process are described herein.
  • Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopy - ESEM
    Article - 2 Aug 2002
    Environmental Scanning Electron Microscopy can be carried out under atmospheres other than vacuum. As such it overcomes limitations of conventional SEM and permits studies like the hydration of...
  • Aluminium Extrusions in Building
    Article - 10 Apr 2002
    Aluminium extrusions are extensively used in building due to their strength, low density, corrosion resistance and design flexibility. Typical applications include window and door frames, curtain...
  • Steel Reinforced Concrete - Corrosion of the Reinforcing Steel
    Article - 13 Mar 2002
    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...
  • Using Polymer Plasticizers
    Article - 4 Feb 2002
    Plasticizers are unique types of additives. Without plasticizers, a majority of the injection molding compounds would have been completely unfit.
  • Recycling - Turning Pallets Into Flooring
    News - 18 Mar 2004
    From dross to dance floor; from garbage to golden flooring; from the landfill to the foyer: Whichever phrase you favor, it’s what researchers at North Carolina State University are doing with...
  • Photovoltaics - Basic Design Principles and Components
    Article - 14 Dec 2001
    The basic design principles and components of a photovoltaic system are discussed. Other factors such as applications, appropriateness, effects of weather, system size, direct and alternating current...
  • Vinyl Roofing
    Article - 7 Nov 2001
    Vinyl roofing offers a clean, quick and safe alternative to built up roof designs, while many existing roofing systems involve a flexible vinyl membrane.

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