Determining oxidation stability of new MAX phases is a difficult and expensive process with current computational and experimental methods. Researchers at Texas A&M University designed a new machine-learning-based scheme for predicting the oxidation of MAX phases at high temperatures, allowing them to conduct studies that may otherwise take years to perform.
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Solid-state batteries show great promise to outperform conventional lithium-ion batteries in terms of energy density, weight, cost, and recharge times. In recent months, several startup companies announced noteworthy progress in developing solid-state batteries for next-generation electric vehicles. Today’s CTT highlights the work being done by QuantumScape, a California-based battery research company.
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Oxygen migration enables ferroelectricity on nanoscale, 3D-printed material to replace ivory, and other materials stories that may be of interest for April 21, 2021.
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Project explores design for large floating wind power installations, China’s Ganzhou to launch rare earth waste recycling projects, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for April 19, 2021.
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In implants and scaffolds containing bioactive glass, the relationship between device structure and biological performance is complicated by the formation of a highly complex interfacial layer. In two papers, Lehigh University researchers begin to untangle the interaction among structure, protein adsorption, and cell attachment.
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The May 2021 issue of the ACerS Bulletin—featuring articles on joining of dissimilar materials—is now available online. Plus—FMEA for spark plug design.
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Greenland is at the center of many recent discussions on establishing new rare earth mining operations outside of China. Greenland’s election on April 6, however, gave a different party its first-ever chance to form a government, which will likely shape the island’s future mining decisions.
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Optically active defects improve carbon nanotubes, new injection molding technique allows glass to be cast in any shape, and other materials stories that may be of interest for April 14, 2021.
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Taiwan Cement announces investment for super battery factory, ACI updates its guide for shotcrete pros, and more ceramic and glass business news of the week for April 12, 2021.
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Stringed instruments are traditionally made out of wood due to the material’s unique mechanical and acoustical properties. In recent years, musicians have experimented with materials besides wood, and today’s CTT looks at the work of one Florida-based musician who specializes in making guitars out of glass.
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