The Amorphous Metals are similar to ceramics, so what if
we put the amorphous metals on tanks?
Amorphous Metals are stronger and less brittle than ceramics, so it
would make a stronger shell.
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
AMORPHOUS METALS - post by David Morris
Let's talk about Amorphous Metals, these can be twice as
strong as steel and have the ability to improve efficiency for power grids in
trying to lower the fossil fuel emissions that so many people have problems
with. They are made through rapid
cooling so that the materials in them are locked in a sort of glassy
state. The glassy metals look really
cool and the lack of the crystalline structure, that is usually created when
the metals aren't cooled as rapidly, makes it so there aren't significant weak
spots for wear and corrosion to take place.
These Amorphous Metals have some pretty cool uses based upon their
properties. Earlier in the semester
Professor Folz told us that Ceramics were used on tanks so that the ceramic
shell would absorb all the shock from a missile that was shot
at the tank.
What are some other cool interesting things that you
found in the futuristic materials article or on Amorphous Metals? Because I'm
down to hear about cool stuff that could potentially be the big thing of the
future.
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This is a great idea to bring up seeing as these types of materials can be used for many different things not only one application. These materials have previously been used in things such as diamonds and clothing. From the look of the site you posted they are using the materials for things that are interesting but not necessarily practical. I think some of the materials shown could be put to much use. For instance a military tank. Like you said, the material is strong and can protect it from shock but the material used to protect the crayons from the blowtorch on this site, could that be used as well? If it was I feel it could not only absorb the shock but also repel some of the fire caused by a missile or weapons being used against the tank. In terms of the future if this material is made to be cheaper and for everyday use the materials would be life changing. Safer cars, stronger alloys, stronger buildings, and since some are "liquid metals" these can be used to fit into small spaces to strengthen a system. Just an idea
ReplyDeleteI read through the futuristic materials article and it looks like there is some awesome stuff on the horizon! One material from the article that intrigued me isn't very new. Bulk diamond has really sparked my interest as I have read in multiple places that diamonds are quite abundant, and lab created diamonds are even better than natural diamonds.
ReplyDeleteImagine in 30 years, while building a swing-set for your kids, you need to drill through a metal pole. No problem! Your drill has a diamond tipped drill bit. Awesome.