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Atomizing Systems Supplies ‘Anti-Satellite’ Gas Atomizer
Atomising Systems Ltd. (ASL), Sheffield, UK, delivered what is said to be the world’s first “anti-satellite” gas-atomizing system to Castolin Eutectic Ireland Ltd. It supplies a wide range of special Ni, Co, and Fe alloy powders used in thermal spray, welding, and brazing processes.

DLC Coating Boosts Valve Lifter Performance
Hitachi Ltd., Tokyo, Japan, has developed a valve lifter incorporating a hydrogen-free DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating. Hitachi claims to have produced a highly reliable coating through the development of lapping and special washing technologies prior to the treatment.

New Materials Research Lab Develops Inorganic Optoelectronics
Business Wire
EMD Chemicals Inc., a subsidiary of Merck KGaA of Germany, will open a new research and development laboratory in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The new lab will elaborate new material concepts and application fields in the area of inorganic optoelectronics.

Joint Venture to Recycle Carbon Fiber
Asia Pulse Pte Ltd
Toray Industries Inc. (TSE:3402), Teijin Ltd. (TSE:3401) and Mitsubishi Rayon Co. (TSE:3404) plan to jointly mass-produce recycled carbon fibre to promote the use of the strong yet lightweight material.

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The Lockheed Martin facility in Marietta, Ga., is home to the final assembly line for the F-22 Raptor, the world’s only 5th Generation fighter in full rate production. The Marietta workforce is joined by more than 25,000 Americans in 44 states making up the industrial base behind the most advanced fighter in history. Learn more.

Researchers at the University of Warwick have found a way of producing carbon nanotubes in which they instantly form a highly sensitive ready made electric circuit. Carbon nanotubes potential as a super material is blighted by the fact that when first made they often take the form of an unprepossessing pile of sooty black mess in the bottom of a test tube.
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A new hybrid hearing aid/cochlear implant device is reportedly being evaluated as part of a multi-site, national study by otolaryngologists at UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Tex. Already approved in Europe, the DUET Electric-Acoustic System, or EAS, targets borderline cases for which hearing aids don't adequately distinguish sounds, but for who some natural hearing remains.
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NASA's Science Mission Directorate has launched a new Web site that provides enhanced and engaging information about NASA's vast scope of scientific endeavors and achievements. The site will provide in-depth coverage of NASA's past, present and future science missions.
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A new ASTM International standard will enable composite end users and materials suppliers within the aerospace industry to carry out an important test for polymer matrix composites within guidelines set by the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration. The standard, D7028, Test Method for Glass Transition Temperature (DMA Tg) of Polymer Matrix Composites by Dynamic Mechanical Analysis (DMA), is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee D30.04 on Lamina and Laminate Test Methods, part of ASTM Committee D30 on Composite Materials

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Seeking Nominations for Thermal Spray Hall of Fame

The Thermal Spray Hall of Fame, established in 1993 by the Thermal Spray Society of ASM International, recognizes and honors outstanding leaders who have made significant contributions to the science, technology, practice, education, managements, and advancement of Thermal Spraying. For a copy of the rules, nomination form and list of previous recipients go to www.asminternational.org/tss and click on About TSS and scroll down to the bottom of the page. Nominations are due September 30, 2008.

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NEWS OF THE INDUSTRY Metals, Polymers, Ceramics Test/Characterization Process Technology Emerging Technology Business Trends Global Economy

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Galactic Gem

A cluster brimming with millions of stars glistens like an iridescent opal in this image from NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope. Called Omega Centauri, the sparkling orb of stars is like a miniature galaxy. It is the biggest and brightest of the 150 or so similar objects, called globular clusters, that orbit around the outside of our Milky Way galaxy. Stargazers at southern latitudes can spot the stellar gem with the naked eye in the constellation Centaurus.

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Nominees Announced for ASM Board of Trustees

“There’s never been a more exciting time to serve on the Board of Trustees,” said ASM President Dr. Dianne Chong, FASM. “Our Trustees serve as a voice for our membership and help to shape our society’s future through their leadership of the implementation of our Strategic Plan.”

The nine Trustees of ASM work with the President, Vice President, Immediate Past President and Treasurer to direct the affairs of the society. Three new Trustees are elected by ASM’s membership every year, and each Trustee serves a three-year term.

The Nominating Committee, chaired by ASM Past President and Honorary Member Ashok K. Khare, FASM, has announced the nominees for Vice President for 2008-09 and three Trustees for 2008-11:

NOMINEE FOR VICE PRESIDENT

Dr. Frederick J. Lisy, FASM
President, Orbital Research Incorporated
Member, ASM Cleveland Chapter

NOMINEES FOR TRUSTEE

Prof. Mufit Akinc
Professor and Chairman, Iowa State University

Riad I. Asfahani, FASM
Senior Research Engineer, United States Steel Corporation
Research and Technology Center
Member, ASM Pittsburgh Chapter

Dr. Sunniva R. Collins
Senior Research Fellow, Swagelok
Member, ASM Cleveland Chapter

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This conference will feature five days of technically-intensive programming focused on both fundamental and applied topics related to welding and joining. Learn more.

Revolutionizing Materials and Processes for Air Vehicles and Space Systems. Learn more.

The annual International Metallographic Contest features the best work of metallographers and microstructural analysts from around the world. Best in Show will receive the Jacquet-Lucas Award and $3,000. Winning entries will be exhibited during the 41st Annual IMS Convention and Technical Meeting in Albuquerque, NM this August 4-7, 2008.

For complete contest rules, contact Jeff Stewart.
Deadline for entries is July 18, 2008. Learn more.

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Nitinol Design Engineer




A dynamic individual is needed for a job within the Medical Device Solutions group at the Cleveland Clinic. This person will assume responsibility for the planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating of a wide variety of complex program initiatives. This position conducts continuing studies and analyses to determine the feasibility of various advanced engineering approaches to define concepts and criteria for further programs or to resolve major problems in current programs.

For more information:
Ms. Pat Martin, Coordinator, Medical Device Solutions, Cleveland Clinic
martinp@ccf.org, Tel: 216-445-3789

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