Graphene-reinforced Concrete, the Future of Sustainable Cities?
“In saecula saeculorum”, forever and ever For almost two millennia the ‘Mercati di Traiano,’ or Trajan’s…
Everything You Need to Know About 3D Printing: The Ultimate Guide (2019)
Heard about 3D printing and want to know what it is and how it really works?…
Matmatch Guest Author Programme Unites Materials Scientists of the World
Those who work in the materials industry know that the knowledge often “gets stuck” in books,…
The Material Times: What’s New in the World of Materials Science?
Here’s a five minute read to bring you up to date with the latest developments in…
The Materialism Podcast: Sharing the Passion for Materials Science
We’re sure that many of you already listen to podcasts on a daily or weekly basis.…
The Role of Platinum Group Metals in Modern Applications
Platinum group metals (PGMs) are often thought of as “exotic”. Yet, according to the International Platinum…
Trade Tariffs Force Suppliers and Engineers to Strengthen the Bond
The power of human relationships that create interpersonal bonds, whether in a family, friends or business…
Elon Musk: Revolutionising Space Transportation with Stainless Steel
SpaceX has come a long way. After being shocked by the absence of NASA’s concrete plans…
The Lethal Blades of the Past: GoT for Engineers
This is the third article in our exploration of the material world of A Song of…
These Materials Self-heal, Just Like X-men’s Wolverine
The self-healing superpower of the comic book character Wolverine is no longer a piece of imagination.…
One Person’s Waste Is Another Person’s Thermoplastic
Making effective reuse of waste plastics… Recycling and reusing waste products has been high on the…
Why Biodegradable 3D Printing Filaments Are Key to Reducing Waste
It has been 35 years since the first instance of what we now think of as…
Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) for Stronger, Lighter and Safer Cars
Since the 1920s, steel has been the material of choice for automakers worldwide. Today, steel makes…