Zero-thermal-expansion (ZTE) materials are widely used in precision optics, cryogenic equipment, sensors, where even small temperature changes can cause performance problems. Yet creating ZTE ...

The red metal shares a lot more in common with silver than one might think Copper shares come characteristics in common with precious metals. Copper isn't really a precious metal, but maybe it's time ...

The use of recycled polymer materials is steadily increasing, as manufacturers look for ways to substitute virgin polymers with recycled feedstock. To ensure that this shift doesn't compromise product ...

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On March 20, 2025, President Trump signed an executive order (EO) to increase domestic minerals production for national security by invoking Section 301 of Title 3 of the United States Code. Notably, ...

The big picture: Element Six has introduced a copper-plated diamond composite material designed to address increasing thermal management challenges in advanced semiconductor devices. By lowering ...

Imagine that you’re driving on a two-lane road. It’s dark and rainy. Maybe you’re driving faster than you should be. Perhaps some animal darts into the road. Or maybe another driver loses control of ...

Glencore ranks among the most diversified of the large global miners. As China is the key demand driver for nearly everything Glencore mines, diversification benefits are limited. Glencore’s oil and ...