Lithoz and Glassomer launch innovation partnership, presenting “LithaGlass powered by Glassomer”, a 3D-printable quartz glass for high-performance applications Lithoz GmbH, world leader in ceramic 3D printing, and Germany-based Glassomer have established an innovation partnership to market their new3D-printable quartz glass material Lithoz have successfully refined Glassomer’s high-performance fused silica glass for LCM technology, ticking off… Continue

MANAGING THE ENERGY TRANSITION WITH NEW VANADIUM RECHARGEABLE BATTERIES The energy controversy moves society. Due to a lack of development, alternative energies can not be made available to the broad masses. A small step in this direction is the development of new rechargeable batteries made of vanadium, which allow unlimited recharging cycles without wear. But… Continue

Rarely in history are investors given the opportunity to participate in the development of an emerging revolutionary technology from the ground floor. That industry is graphene. And, thanks to advancements in nanotechnology, chemistry, and manufacturing processes, graphene is poised to become an invaluable raw material in the manufacture and functionality of an almost limitless array… Continue

By Curtis W. Hill and Lee Allen Fritsch micromills have enhanced one NASA lab’s ability to develop optimized ceramic nanoparticulate materials for demanding research projects, including energy storage and thermoelectric device applications Our laboratory at NASA Marshall Space Flight Center (Huntsville, Ala.) develops materials and processesfor NASA’s exploration missions and the International Space Station. This… Continue

The biggest industries can sometimes be the most hidden. Defense is not something actively on most people’s mind’s day to day but something that is all around us constantly. The global defense industry revenue is just shy of $2 trillion dollars per year and is expected to grow 2.8% in 2021, crossing that threshold. The… Continue

The last 70 years has been a period of exponential growth for the aerospace industry specifically within the US, which has become the global leader with a highly educated and skilled workforce, leading technology and innovation backed by strong support from the government and policies. 1903 was the birth year of the industry in the… Continue

‘Ceramic’ originates from the Greek word meaning pottery which is a reference to traditional ceramics derived from naturally occurring raw materials. Modern ceramics, which can include traditional ceramics, are well known for their versatility as well as being technically high-performing or advanced materials with capabilities across multiple applications. Largely, technical ceramics can be a combination… Continue

The coatings industry plays a key part in the US economy with a strong role in the manufacturing industry, adding value to existing products, enhancing their lifespan, resiliency and performance. Sustainability is the keyword of 2021 in the manufacturing industry, how we produce, sustain and dispose of products during their lifecycle is pertinent to the… Continue