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  1. Metal-Filtering Sponge Brings New Lead-Free Water Solution

    Jul
    25
    2023
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    Lead contamination in water has devastating impacts on human health and the environment. To combat this issue, researchers have developed a new sponge capable of filtering lead and other harmful contaminants. Scientists at Northwestern University have developed a highly efficient sponge that filters out a range of con including heavy metals like arsenic, cobalt, and […]

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  2. NASA and SpaceX’s Quest Unfolded: Starship Eyes New Role

    Jul
    20
    2023
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    The iconic SpaceX Starship system is being prepared for a new mission as a home and workplace for astronauts and cosmonauts in outer space – a space station. NASA and SpaceX have collaborated to repurpose the Starship system as an “in-space low Earth orbit destination element.” This ambitious development aims to transform the components of […]

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  3. Meet X-66A, Boeing’s Next-Gen X-Plane

    Jul
    18
    2023
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    Under NASA’s Sustainable Flight Demonstrator project, NASA and Boeing have together developed the U.S. Air Force-designated X-66A, an experimental aircraft whose purpose is to introduce the design of more durable single-aisle aircraft, which are common in passenger airlines all over the world. To make the project a reality, NASA will invest $425 million over seven […]

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  4. Revolutionizing Titanium Alloys: Utilizing Oxygen and Iron for Enhanced Strength and Sustainability

    Jul
    17
    2023
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    Scientists have successfully created a novel category of titanium alloys that possess remarkable strength and resistance to brittleness when subjected to tension. This achievement was accomplished through a combination of innovative alloy compositions and advanced 3D-printing techniques. Research has the potential to expand the range of applications for titanium alloys, and enhance sustainability efforts. This […]

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  5. From Shipbuilding to Skyscrapers: The Role of Steel in Construction

    Jul
    04
    2023
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    Steel utilization in today’s accelerated urbanization is huge and steel is the most widely used metal. The modern construction sector owns the largest share of the steel demand. Additionally, the material is known for centuries, while mass production of steel and steel constructions have been present for over 150 years. This is a result of […]

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  6. Breaking Boundaries: Extraordinary Uses of Metal in Unexpected Industries

    Jun
    20
    2023
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    Metals have been utilized by mankind for centuries. However, the modern technological revolution introduced completely new applications for these solid substances. Apart from industries that are largely dependent on metals, such as civil engineering, automotive, furniture, machinery, and the electronics sector, there are many other unusual uses of metals. Therefore, it’s intriguing to take a […]

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  7. Fascinating Facts About Stainless Steel and Its Diverse Applications

    Jun
    15
    2023
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    Steel, an invaluable material that forms the foundation of countless utensils, buildings, and essential items, holds a significant place in our world. Often hailed as one of the most crucial materials in human evolution, steel remains shrouded in lesser-known facts. With a history spanning over a millennium, steel’s earliest known product dates back a remarkable […]

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  8. The Evolution of Steel: From Ancient Times to Modern Innovations

    Jun
    06
    2023
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    Steel, an alloy of iron and carbon, has played a pivotal role throughout human history, shaping civilizations and driving progress. From its humble origins to its current versatility, steel has evolved into one of the most indispensable materials in the modern world. The story of steel begins in ancient times when humans forged iron into […]

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  9. 3D Printed Metal Filters Enhance Circuit Breaker Safety, Eliminating Explosion Risks

    Jun
    02
    2023
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    Schneider Electric, a leading energy management and automation company, has introduced a groundbreaking high-voltage circuit breaker featuring 3D-printed metal filters for enhanced protection against overloads. These filters, designed to be integrated into circuit breakers, safeguard people and equipment in industrial environments, including power plants and chemical processing facilities. When a circuit breaker is activated, it […]

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  10. Relativity Space: Developing a Larger and Reusable 3D-Printed Launch Vehicle

    May
    30
    2023
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    Relativity Space, a California-based aerospace manufacturing company, announced that it is fully focused on developing large reusable rockets. The company previously tested the first 3D-printed Terran 1 rocket, which was successfully launched in Florida in March 2023. However, it did not succeed in reaching orbit, but reached a couple of significant milestones for Relativity, and […]

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  11. Beat The Heat With NASA’s 3D-Printing Breakthrough: Superalloy GRX-810

    May
    15
    2023
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    Creating new materials that can withstand extreme space conditions and improve spacecraft’s performance is part of NASA’s key strategy. A recent development sheds light on the hotter, stronger, and more heat-resilient materials – NASA Superalloy GRX-810. NASA has developed a new superalloy with better and long-lasting performance in partnership with The Ohio State University. The […]

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  12. Taking Flight to New Heights: Linde’s Innovative Coating Solution for Aircraft Alloy Components

    Apr
    21
    2023
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    The latest solution from the industrial gas giant promises to deliver unparalleled coating performance and durability, taking aircraft manufacturing to new heights. Linde, a global leader in industrial gases and engineering, has joined forces with Impact Innovations, a leading German cold spraying technology company, to unveil a groundbreaking solution for cold spraying gas supply: LINSPRAY […]

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  13. Nickel: Powerful Driver of Electric Vehicle Batteries

    Feb
    28
    2023
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    Manufacturers have used nickel to produce s batteries for over a century. In fact, Nickel was the key driver of the battery revolution in the 20th Century. From Nickel-cadmium (NiCAD) batteries to longer-lasting metal hydride (NiMH) rechargeable batteries, these batteries changed how we worked and lived. The 1990s saw the first major use of nickel-containing […]

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  14. Scientists Are Planning To Convert Abandoned Mines Into Gravity Batteries

    Feb
    23
    2023
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    Worldwide many countries are reducing their reliance on fossil fuels by boosting renewable-energy output. However, to rely on these inherently variable and inconsistent renewable energy sources like solar and wind, we need to tackle renewable energy’s storage problem. Now, scientists have developed an innovative technique called Underground Gravity Energy Storage (UGES) to solve this issue. […]

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  15. The Role of Nickel in Manufacturing Stainless Steel and Other Alloys

    Feb
    07
    2023
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    Nickel (NI) is a low-cost, highly versatile industrial material. A transition element with a mixture of ferrous and non-ferrous properties, it’s widely used in manufacturing an exceptionally wide variety of products thanks to its chemical and physical properties. Nickel and nickel alloys are ideal for many aerospace, chemical, and petrochemical processing applications because of their […]

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  16. Ground-Breaking Shock-Absorbing Material Can Withstand Supersonic Impacts

    Jan
    12
    2023
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    Researchers at the University of Kent have developed an innovative shock-absorbing material capable of absorbing supersonic projectile impacts. Scientists foresee this material could revolutionize both the defense and planetary science sectors. Led by Professors Ben Goult and Jen Hiscock, the team has explored the natural shock-absorbing abilities of a protein called talin for this research. […]

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  17. Robots Can Now Sew Your Jeans

    Dec
    09
    2022
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    The development of sewing robots, which are now capable of literally sewing your jeans, marks a significant step forward in the movement toward automation that is taking place in the apparel industry. The American clothing company Levi’s is developing robots in charge of sewing its notorious jeans. When put into practice, these robots, however, are […]

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  18. Delving into The Popular Heat-Treating Methods of Specialty Alloys

    Oct
    27
    2022
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    Heat treating boosts a metal’s workability, which helps manufacturers modify metals to meet the specific requirements of an application. Critical in manufacturing high-quality products, this thermal process involves heating a metal to near or just above its critical temperature, holding it there for a time, and then cooling the metal in a medium, such as […]

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