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Other materials stories that may be of interest
Possible paradigm shift within piezoelectricity, counter scientific misinformation, and other materials stories that may be of interest for February 23, 2022.
Read MoreACT salutes the Engineering Ceramics Division
Now in its nineteenth year, the International Journal of Applied Ceramic Technology publishes more than 200 articles per year from researchers around the globe. For the first two issues of 2022, the editors of ACT, working with guest editors, assembled special compilations dedicated to distinguished members of ACerS’ Engineering Ceramics Division.
Read MoreConsequences of methodology—influence of indenter tip radius on failure mechanisms in borided steel
Replication studies have demonstrated how slight changes in methodology can significantly affect results. Researchers in Mexico investigated the effect that one seemingly minor methodological change can have on experiments—the radius of the indenter tip used in scratch testing.
Read MoreCeramic and glass business news of the week for February 21, 2022
Chinese firm to acquire Australian rare earth company, free EV battery recycling program launched in California, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for February 21, 2022.
Read MoreUnexpected starfish skeleton structure may help develop strong, lightweight ceramics
Marine creatures are a great source of inspiration for materials scientists looking to develop stronger and better structures. Researchers led by Virginia Tech found that the skeleton of the Protoreaster nodosus starfish offers valuable insights into designing porous calcium carbonate.
Read MoreInnovations in refractory technology, plus more inside March 2022 ACerS Bulletin
The March 2022 issue of the ACerS Bulletin—featuring refractory issues related to the use of hydrogen as an alternative fuel—is now available online. Plus—UNITECR meeting abstracts.
Read MoreVideo: US electric vehicle charging infrastructure poised for major expansion
Last week, the U.S. Departments of Transportation and Energy announced they will begin making available the nearly $5 billion for the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Formula Program. Learn more about the NEVI program and how it is just the first step toward reaching the Biden Administration’s goal of 500,000 public EV chargers by 2030.
Read MoreOther materials stories that may be of interest
New synthetic tooth enamel, 3D print clay on a polymer FDM printer, and other materials stories that may be of interest for February 16, 2022.
Read MoreEnergy Materials and Systems Division announces Division logo contest winner
The Energy Materials and Systems Division recently held a division logo creation contest. Out of the seven thoughtful and…
Read MoreInorganic materials as disinfectants—new glass and clay-based samples demonstrate broad virus inactivation
Disinfectants based on inorganic materials have gained much attention recently due to setbacks with organic-based disinfectants. Researchers in Spain investigated the ability of a soda-lime glass and nanoparticle-embedded clay to inactive different types of viruses.
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