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

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

'Shotgun' method can improve PM steel fatigue life
Shot peening raises endurance