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July/August 2004 Features
Driving progress by FE simulation of fatigue failure
It helps to know where failure may occur. Modelling is
one approach
PM helps develop cadmium-free electrical contacts
New compounds can displace poisonous cadmium from industry
Tiny tubes boost for metal
matrix composites
Carbon nano tubes strenthen magnesium MMCs (click
for full article)
PM brings out the best form from complex aluminium alloys
Hot pressing can get the best from light, tough, aluminium
compounds
Technology pushes green
strength up in single press and sinter cycle
Binders and lubricants have a role (click for full
article)
'Shotgun' method can improve PM steel fatigue life
Shot peening raises endurance
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