Borophene, a single-atom-thick layer of boron atoms arranged in various crystalline structures, represents an emerging area of materials science research. Following the discovery and study of graphene, researchers have expanded investigations into other two-dimensional materials, with borophene attracting significant scientific interest. Studies indicate borophene possesses several notable properties. Research has demonstrated it exhibits high mechanical strength […]
Museum of Materials and Failure Analysis
Video description This video takes a tour through the Museum of Materials and Failure Analysis established in Pittsburgh’s Matergenics Laboratories, showcasing its lifelong accumulation of knowledge of materials and failure analysis.
Scientists create world’s smallest record
Video description Scientists in Denmark have created the world’s smallest “vinyl” record, which is so tiny that it can barely be seen by the naked human eye. Measuring just 15 x 15 mm, with grooves of a depth of just 65 nm, the tiny record plays 25 seconds of Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree in […]
EPC and FST join forces in the new group Surface Technology Services
Engineered Performance Coatings, UK, and Flame Spray Technologies, Netherlands, join forces and form Surface Technology Services (STS), a total solution group active in Thermal Spray Technologies.
From demo to depot: new application of cold spray technology arrives at FRCE
Following years of rigorous testing and evaluation, a cold spray metallization technology that was initially demonstrated at the U.S. Navy’s Fleet Readiness Center East is now being fielded on the H-1 line at the depot’s detachment on board Marine Corps Air Station New River.