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Weerg staff: Oct 8, 2025
When discussing the heaviest metal in the world, we must first clarify what we mean by “heavy”. In chemistry and materials science, a metal can be considered “heavier” in two main ways:
Density – how much mass is contained in a given volume (g/cm³).
Atomic mass – the average weight of the atoms...
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Weerg staff: Sep 24, 2025
The mechanical orientation of materials is a critical factor in the design of components for 3D printing and CNC machining. The distinction between isotropic vs anisotropic behaviour directly affects structural performance, reliability and costs.
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Weerg staff: Sep 17, 2025
Titanium is considered one of the most high-performing metals known to humankind. Its reputation derives from the rare combination of two qualities in a single material: strength and lightness. This balance makes titanium indispensable in fields where maximum performance is required without...
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Weerg staff: Aug 13, 2025
In materials science and engineering, particularly in cutting‑edge fields such as aerospace, motorsport, elite sport and high‑end cycling, the question of whether aluminium or carbon fibre offers superior strength arises frequently and has genuine relevance. To provide a comprehensive and...
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Weerg staff: Aug 6, 2025
3D printing is revolutionising manufacturing, enabling the production of complex components with a high degree of customisation and precision. One of the questions designers, engineers and enthusiasts ask most often concerns the strongest material available for 3D printing. There is no single...
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Weerg staff: Jul 30, 2025
Austenitic steel is one of the most important and widespread categories of stainless steels. Renowned for its outstanding corrosion-resistance and favourable mechanical properties, austenitic steel is used in a vast range of industrial and domestic applications.
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Weerg staff: Jul 22, 2025
3D printing has revolutionised the manufacturing sector by enabling rapid and precise prototyping, as well as offering new opportunities in the production of high-performance components. Among the most innovative materials used in this technology are carbon fibre reinforced filaments, combining...
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Weerg staff: Jul 10, 2025
Anodising is a widely used surface treatment on metallic materials such as aluminum that uses an electrochemical process to form a protective oxide layer. Although the basic principle is the same, there are two main types of anodising that differ significantly in their characteristics,...
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Weerg staff: Jul 8, 2025
Polymers are macromolecules composed of repeating units, called monomers, that bind together through covalent bonds forming long chains. The term "polymer" comes from the Greek: "poly" (many) and "meros" (part), literally indicating a molecule composed of many units. These materials have...
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Weerg staff: May 15, 2025
In advanced mechanical design, material selection plays a central role in determining the performance, reliability and durability of components. In industrial areas where traditional polymers are inadequate, materials such as PEI (polyetherimide) and PEEK (polyether ether ketone) are benchmark...
