Consarc and Vulcan elements commission new strip casting furnace to support US. rare earth magnet production

Consarc Corporation, Rancocas, NJ, and Vulcan Elements, Durham, NC, announced the successful delivery and commissioning of a Vacuum Induction Melting Strip Casting Furnace (VIM-SC) at Vulcan’s facility in North Carolina’s Research Triangle Park. This collaboration represents a key step in strengthening domestic capabilities for rare earth magnet production and bolstering U.S. national security and supply […]

What if robots could feel? New touch technology

See how scientists from Cambridge University have developed a low-cost, flexible, and durable robotic “skin”—shaped for any application and trained with machine learning—that enables robots to sense and meaningfully respond to pressure, temperature, humidity, and even damage.

re:Members+ASM

ASM + re:Members Chapter Partnership ASM International has recently partnered with re:Members to help expand the support we offer to Chapters. Read below to learn more about this exciting development. Page Sections Who is re:Members? Benefits Why The Change? Is It Mandatory? Key Dates Potential Costs Training/Support Outside USA/Canada? Account Access More Details Who is […]

Symphony of Elements Exhibition at Sloss Furnaces Offers Metallography Education and Engagement

Against the backdrop of towering smokestacks and steel-laden history, the Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, Birmingham, Ala., became a portal into the inner workings of modern metallurgy with the opening of the Symphony of Elements: Art and Science of Metals exhibition on May 23. This innovative showcase, running through August 2025, offers a rare and compelling fusion of technical achievements, advanced materials science, and visual art.