New research to manufacture energy saving automobiles

A team of researchers from Wayne State University, Detroit, received a $350,000 award from the National Science Foundation for the project, “Failure Prediction and Reliability Analysis of Ultra-High Strength Steel Autobody Manufacturing Systems by Utilizing Material Microstructure Properties.”

Lead-free hunting bullets

A new study concerning terminal ballistics of lead-containing and lead-free bullets shows that both materials are equally suitable for hunting in accordance with animal welfare.

How Glass is Made

Video from PPG shows how sand is turned into glass This video animation shows how sand is turned into glass with the help of limestone, dolomite, gypsum, and soda ash. Sand melts at 3000°F, but these added elements allow it to melt at a lower temperature. Once melted, the molten glass is transferred to a […]