24/09/2012
Metal matrix composites are often overshadowed by carbon fibre composites. However, the materials have distinct advantages that should not be overlooked. Justin Cunningham investigates.
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15/06/2012
The continual search for lighter and stronger materials is never as simple as it seems. Justin Cunningham reports on the metal innovations that aim to answer the challenge.
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17/01/2012
The Advanced Engineering show held at the National Exhibition Centre (NEC) served up a host of innovative materials for engineers to assess and critique. The sheer number of materials available on the market has never been more varied. But there is no perfect material and it is up to engineers to find the best fit for the product or application at hand.
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09/12/2011
Can steel really compete with aluminium and composite materials when it comes to lightweighting? Justin Cunningham talks to a company that says it can.
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12/05/2011
Tom Shelley reports on why both metals and composites are crucial in aerospace constructions.
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16/03/2011
Tom Shelley reports on developments in new steels and manufacturing affect the design of cars.
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13/01/2011
Tom Shelley reports on how composite patches can strengthen metal structures and thick metal coatings can enhance composites.
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15/11/2010
Eureka's Joining & Fastening Round Table event concluded that much greater knowledge and consideration of joining techniques is needed.
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13/10/2010
Tom Shelley reports on latest developments in magnesium alloys
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13/10/2010
Tom Shelley reports on some of the dramatic advances now being made in very high strength steels that are low enough in cost to be used in mass market products
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13/07/2010
Tom Shelley reports on some of the cutting edge developments in the oil and gas sector.
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13/07/2010
British-developed technologies allow the fabrication of more advanced rocket fuel tanks and nozzles as well as ground based products.
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08/03/2010
Tom Shelley reports on why more designers should take a serious look at using titanium alloys.
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09/02/2010
Rolls-Royce uses modelling of aero engine disc manufacturing processes to enhance the understanding of process, material and component design interactions. Justin Cunningham reports.
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05/01/2010
A fast way of joining plastics and synthetic fabrics, especially those that are transparent
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09/11/2009
Tom Shelley reports on metallurgy at the leading edge, especially where it delivers energy efficiency and power
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09/11/2009
Can aluminium loaded with nanotubes offer a genuine alternative to advanced alloys and carbon composites? Justin Cunningham reports
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04/11/2009
An increasing number of applications involving series production and customised manufacture of parts from titanium powder is reported by EOS, which manufactures additive layer, laser sintering systems at its Krailling factory near Munich.
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05/10/2009
Super efficient transformers with cores made of amorphous steel have been introduced to the UK by Wilson Power Solutions in Leeds
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14/07/2009
Tom Shelley reports on prize winning health and safety innovations that rely upon advanced materials
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08/06/2009
Progress in arc welding and brazing high strength steels. Tom Shelley reports
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08/06/2009
The tandem two seater urban car that aims to ease congestion and have low emissions for the inner city. Justin Cunningham investigates
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14/05/2009
Tom Shelley reports on a new family of sensors and transducers coming to market that are based on advanced materials
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13/03/2009
The continued development of a hard coating process is set to benefit mould toolmakers, Tom Shelley reports
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14/11/2008
The efficacy of copper and copper alloys has been rediscovered as a means of killing bacteria in hospitals. Tom Shelley reports
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