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Nanomaterials Give Competitve Edge

Posted January 31, 2007 4:32 PM
Pathfinder Tags: nano-filled composites nanonylon fuel tanks

In this "progress report," Design News examines a number of products and projects where nanomaterials are making a difference. Examples: Aluminum engine blocks with nanosteel coatings; nanonylon fuel tanks to meet stringent vapor standards; flame-retarding nano-filled composites. "Nanomaterials," says the author, "will change the way engineers design mechanical parts."

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Re: Nanomaterials Give Competitve Edge

02/01/2007 11:21 AM

the nanotechnology revolution is upon us

but i don't think we are ready for it
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02/04/2007 9:01 PM

Hi Moose, I agree with you nanotech completely, ..but I read in many places that oftentimes, 'micro' engineering is being pushed off as nanotech., mainly in the household consumer items, i.e.: detergent and such.

I'm particularly interested in nano-coating technology(for now!), ...don't seem to find much marketable info on this. My interest is on its application for marine vessels - something that can be applied cheaply(value for money)/less involved/minimum cure time - if at all/and it should last longer.

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02/02/2008 2:56 AM

What about KISS polymers as a coating for marine vessels? I think it is already being used.
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