In-depth articles on metallurgy, materials science, and metal processing — written for engineers and learners alike.
In-depth guide to nickel superalloys for gas turbine applications. Covers gamma-gamma prime microstructure, directional solidification, single crystal casting generations, TBC coatings, and oxidation resistance.
Introduction to high-entropy alloys (HEA) — multi-principal element alloys. Covers the four core effects, CrMnFeCoNi Cantor alloy, refractory HEAs, properties, challenges, and current applications.
Technical guide to metal matrix composites (MMC). Covers Al-SiC and Al-Al₂O₃ systems, powder metallurgy and liquid stir casting processing, mechanical properties, and aerospace/automotive applications.
Complete guide to shape memory alloys (SMA). Covers the thermoelastic martensitic transformation in Nitinol, shape memory effect, superelasticity, biocompatibility, and cardiovascular/orthopaedic applications.
Guide to amorphous metals (metallic glasses). Covers rapid solidification, critical cooling rate, Vitreloy bulk metallic glass composition, unique hardness-toughness combination, and industrial applications.
Comprehensive guide to tensile testing. Covers engineering vs true stress-strain, Young’s modulus, yield strength determination, UTS, elongation, reduction in area, and ISO 6892 / ASTM E8 procedures.
Technical guide to Charpy V-notch and Izod impact testing. Covers specimen geometry, test procedure, DBTT curve, lateral expansion, shear fracture appearance, and acceptance criteria for structural steels.
Complete guide to hardness testing methods. Covers Vickers, Rockwell, Brinell, and Knoop microhardness — indenter geometry, load selection, scale conversion, and applications in heat treatment QC.
Technical guide to hydrogen storage materials and metallurgy. Covers metal hydrides, high-pressure vessel steels, hydrogen embrittlement, and cryogenic aluminium alloys for the hydrogen economy.
Technical guide to diffusion bonding and transient liquid phase (TLP) bonding for aerospace. Covers process physics, TLP interlayer selection, and Ti-6Al-4V and superalloy applications.