RTI International Metals Inc., Pittsburgh, acquired Dynamet Technology Inc., an industry innovator in titanium powder metallurgy and a supplier of near-net shape titanium and titanium alloy preforms and components to commercial aerospace, defense, biomedical and industrial customers.
Handheld terahertz cameras could replace MRI
Scientists used carbon nanotubes (CNTs) to create compact terahertz sensors that operate at room temperature.
Liquid light science experiment
Ever wonder the secret to how light sticks glow? Watch this video from Steve Spangler science and find out.
LS3 – Legged Squad Support System
This robot gives new meaning to the concept of an Army mule LS3 is a rough-terrain robot designed to go anywhere Marines and Soldiers go on foot, helping carry their load. Each LS3 carries up to 400 pounds of gear and enough fuel for a 20-mile mission lasting 24 hours. LS3 automatically follows its leader […]
NIST Announces New Center for Materials Research to Advance Manufacturing and Innovation
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) announced today that it has selected a consortium led by Northwestern University to establish a new NIST-sponsored center of excellence for advanced materials research. The new Center for Hierarchical Materials Design (CHiMaD) will be funded in part by a $25 million award from NIST over five years.