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This is a cross-section image showing debris (or "splash") of particles entering the detector when the Large Hadron Collider beam was steered into the collimator (a tungsten block) at around 9:50 am, September 10, 2008, the first day of operation.
The LHC is a particle accelerator contained within a 27-km long circular tunnel buried deep below the borders of Switzerland and France. The design, construction, and implementation of this project has involved a massive collaboration of 111 nations and a budget estimated at around $4.6 billion. For more information about the LHC, click here.
This video shows the parts of the collider. View the video.
This video is an animation that shows the particles in motion. View the video.
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ASM publishes breaking industry news articles to our web site every day! Below are the top news items of the week; view the full-text articles and more headline news online.
High Temperature Supercapacitor Named Golden Mousetrap Award Finalist
PRNewswire-FirstCall
CAP-XX Limited announces that Design News has named its H series supercapacitors as a finalist in the 2008 Golden Mousetrap Awards for a technology advancement that extends operating voltage to 5.5V and temperature rating to 85°C.
Magnetic Carabiner Hook Introduces Powerful Magnetic Assembly
PRNewswire
Master Magnetics Inc. introduces the Magnetic Carabiner Hook made of neodymium. It has up to 45 lbs of pull strength, and may be used indoors or outdoors. The carabiner makes it easy to clip objects in and out quickly. It can also be used in conjunction with other carabiners.
High Tech Concrete Gives Strength to the Freedom Tower
PRNewswire
A California company called iCrete has developed high-strength concrete that optimizes the void space between aggregates, reducing the amount of cement paste required to bond the aggregates. It means less finishing time, reduced shrinkage and less creep. 240,000 cubic yards of the material will be used for the Freedom Tower.
Space-Based Solar Power (SSP) Breakthrough
PRNewswire-USNewswire
Managed Energy Technologies has demonstrated wireless power transmission between two Hawaiian islands 148 kilometers apart, more than the distance from the surface of Earth to the boundary of space. It is a demonstration of the possibility of space-based solar power, in which large satellites would collect solar energy in orbit and beam it safely down to Earth.
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Imago Scientific Instruments announces that its LEAP family of atom-probe microscopes is a recipient of an R&D 100 Award for 2008. The LEAP 3000 HR configuration provides the highest voltage-pulse mass resolution ever offered on a commercial three-dimensional atom probe. It features laser-based atom-probe capability in addition to voltage-pulsing mode, and combines large field of view with high mass resolution.
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Particle Sciences Inc. announces the issuing of its patent on a unique system for increasing the density of sintered metal products. The technology allows for the processing of powdered metals in a way that decreases needed injection forces, decreases lubricant requirements, and results in structurally superior end-products.
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The latest version of Science.gov 5.0 allows users to search additional collections of valuable science resources, more easily target their searches, and readily find links to information on a variety of science topics.
www.science.gov
www.energy.gov
Metglas Inc., a subsidiary of Hitachi Metals America Ltd., is expanding operations in Conway, S.C., with a $20 million capital investment. The expansion of the casting operations will increase the supply of Metglas amorphous electrical steel for transformers by over 50%.
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A new 200,000-square-foot Republic Special Metals Inc. plant near Youngstown, Ohio, will melt steel and alloys in a vacuum induction melter to produce high-quality alloy steels and nickel superalloys for the jet aircraft engine markets. Commissioners in Mahoning County (Youngstown) approved a 60%, 15-year real-estate tax abatement for Republic, which plans to invest $60 million.
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MS&T'08 Special Events Lectures
Fundamentals and Characterization MS&T'08: Failure Analysis for Problem Solving
Industry Track MS&T'08: Roll Failure Analysis
Engineering Materials Achievement Award: Active Protection System
Kevin Walker, Steven Robson, Nigel Ryan, Liz Mallen, Richard Sibbick, Graham Budden, and Anna Mepham, Dow Corning Corp.
Solar Silicon, Part 1
Dr. Oleg S. Fishman, Inductotherm Group
Coal-Fired Power Materials, Part II
Vis Viswanathan, Electric Power Research Institute; Robert Purgert, Energy Industries of Ohio; Patricia Rawls, National Energy Technology Laboratory
Carbon Fibers: Opportunities and Challenges, Part I
M. Rashid Khan, King Abdullah University of Science & Technology; Andrew R. Barron, Richard E. Smalley Institute for Nanoscale Science and Technology, Rice University
Product and Processing MS&T'08, Processing, Properties, and Performance of Composite Materials
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Monowheel Rolls at the Olympics
The Monovelo claims to be the first commercially available human-powered monowheel. Demonstrated at the closing ceremonies at the Beijing Olympics, it is made of ABS plastic combined with a steel frame and a rubber tire. It measures just under seven feet in diameter and weighs in at 84 pounds, with maximum driver weight of 220 pounds. You can visit the website and buy one for $1690. Learn more.
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The Power and Wonder of Ceramics
L. David Pye, ACerS President
Ceramics are among the most amazing materials we have. And ceramic materials are everywhere! Ceramics are inorganic, nonmetallic materials that are generally formed by the process of heating.
Ceramic materials are used in aircraft engines and airframes. Ceramic tiles protect the space shuttle on re-entry. The catalytic converter in your car is made of a ceramic. So is the body armor and protective panels that reinforce the Humvees used by American soldiers.
Pittsburgh Plate Glass revolutionized automotive glassmaking. Because glass is formed by heating, it’s considered a ceramic material. If you drive a GM car or truck, you are very likely to have a PPG-inspired windshield, PPG side glass, and a PPG sunroof.
Westinghouse scientists in Pittsburgh developed nuclear fuel rods made of ceramic materials, making nuclear power a safe and efficient source of energy.
That’s why we’re so pleased that our annual Materials Science & Technology Conference & Exposition is being held in Pittsburgh. We’re bringing together the ideas of four important groups of scientists and engineers to learn from each other, to understand our shared materials challenges, and to develop solutions that drive real progress.
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MS&T’08… The Leading Forum Addressing Structure, Properties, Processing and Performance Across the Materials Community
October 5-9, 2008
David L. Lawrence Convention Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Technical Program
MS&T’08 addresses eight diverse themes to cover the breadth of materials science and engineering.
• ELECTRONIC and MAGNETIC MATERIALS
• ENVIRONMENTAL AND ENERGY ISSUES
• FUNDAMENTALS and CHARACTERIZATION
• IRON AND STEEL
• MATERIALS AND SYSTEMS
• NANOTECHNOLOGY
• PROCESSING and PRODUCT MANUFACTURING
• SPECIAL TOPICS
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TSS™ Aerospace Coatings Symposium
October 15-16, 2008
Hartford, Connecticut
This symposium will bring together professional technical, commercial and academic decision makers of surface engineering and thermal spray solutions throughout the aerospace coatings supply chain, such as: materials and equipment suppliers, coating applicators, system integrators, engine manufacturers, airlines, and service providers.
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Cleaning Requirements for Heat Treatment:
Developments & Applications
October 29-30, 2008
Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Worcester, Massachusetts
Learn the latest developments in cleaning requirements, technologies and evaluation methods from the experts in heat treating.
As design requirements and service applications become even more demanding, surface cleanliness is becoming a critical consideration for heat treaters. The automotive, aerospace and consumer products industries are leading the way in requiring high surface cleanliness. This symposium will provide you with knowledge and in-depth analysis on state-of-the-art cleaning processes, methods for surface cleanliness testing/evaluation and the effects of surface contamination on heat treating processes and equipment.
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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 http://tss.asminternational.org/portal/site/TSS/ and click Networking and then Connections. Or, you can contact Sarina Pastoric.
Nominations are due September 30, 2008.
ASM-Indian Institute of Metals Seeks 2009 Visiting Lecturers
Qualified lecturers:
• Are ASM members who visit India
• Have experience with delivering technical presentations of interest to government, industrial or academic organizations
• Can lecture on current technological conditions in India
• Will be available between April 1 and December 31, 2009
• Have definite travel plans to and from India using own funds
Award carries with it an $800 honorarium to be used for travel expenses within India during their visit and a certificate of recognition to be presented at the ASM Leadership Awards Luncheon scheduled for October 2009 in Pittsburgh, PA during MS&T’09.
Deadline for application is February 1, 2009. For more information, contact Carole Chesla at 440/338-5151 ext. 5330
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Understanding How Components Fail
If you are involved in failure analysis, this is the practical book you need. Basic principles and practices are clearly explained, with numerous examples featuring commonly used metals, parts, and service environments. This classic first edition has been widely used as a primer for those who need to undertake failure investigations. The updated second edition provides expanded coverage of many important failure analysis concepts and analytical techniques. To view the Table of Contents and read a sample chapter, click here.
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Metallurgical Engineer
Laboratory Testing Inc., Philadelphia, Pa.
Primary responsibilities include conducting metallographic analyses in accordance with ASTM, ASME, and/or customer supplied specifications and test procedures, and performing sample preparation (drilling, cutting, grinding, mounting, polishing) on materials provided by customers. This position also requires mixing etchants and maintaining records.
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