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News related to advanced materials engineering with applications in space transportation, automotive parts, powder metallurgy component manufacturing and ships is given. Carbon fiber composite technology is used to build two ships for the Swedish Navy. Test programs on ceramic composite materials, refractory alloys and advanced aluminium alloys for applications in designing space transportation are discussed.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 1996
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RotaBolt is a new device for monitoring bolt tension in wind turbines. The device delivers tension control at installation and throughout the life of the bolted joint and also results in higher efficiency, reduced stresses, lower operating costs and increased safety for the end users.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 2007
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Material world
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The use of self-healing materials in architecture, design and art is discussed. A Japanese automotive manufacturer uses a self-healing lacquer on an off-the-road vehicle.
Publication Name: Engineering
Subject: Science and technology
ISSN: 0013-7782
Year: 2007
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