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Materialism: A Materials Science Podcast

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May 8, 2024 • 37min

Episode 88: Accelerating Materials Discovery with Microsoft

Explore how Microsoft is revolutionizing material discovery through machine learning and AI, focusing on lithium-ion battery electrolytes. They use a filtering process to identify promising candidates and partner with PNNL for synthesis. Learn about their methodology and future opportunities in this exciting field.
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Apr 25, 2024 • 37min

Episode 87: Stories of a Materials Salesman

Dan Wilson, a materials salesman at Sintx, shares insights on challenges and success in material sales, focusing on the importance of trust, relationships, and understanding new materials' impact on production processes. The podcast also explores high-temperature composites, additive manufacturing innovations, and the development of soft skills through experiences in the industry.
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Apr 10, 2024 • 47min

Episode 86: PHAs and Biodegradable Plastic

Join Nick Sandland, a scientist specializing in next generation biodegradable plastics, as he discusses the fascinating world of PHAs and biodegradable polymers. Topics include challenges in plastic pollution, the origins and decomposition of PHAs, the evolution and applications of PHAs, and the future of biodegradable materials in reducing plastic waste.
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Mar 28, 2024 • 45min

Episode 85: Electron Backscatter Diffraction

Explore the fascinating world of Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) characterization with Stuart Wright and Matt Nowell. They discuss measuring grain size, phase distribution, texture, and more. Learn about advancements in metal identification, detector technology, and applications across industries. Sponsored by Gatan and American Elements.
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Mar 13, 2024 • 47min

Episode 84: The ICME Method with QuesTek

Discover how the ICME method revolutionizes material design, from aerospace alloys to single crystal nickel alloys for turbine engines. Explore the ICMD software by QuesTek, enabling rapid material property predictions and design. Dive into the evolution of aviation materials, advancements in nickel super alloys, and the exciting world of materials design.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 1h 5min

Episode 83: Computed Tomography at Zeiss

Discover the world of computed tomography in materials science, where high-resolution 3D reconstructions reveal cracks and voids without destruction. Explore real-time observations of processes like battery degradation and dendrite growth, and learn how 3D diffraction data identifies phase distributions. Join William Harris from Zeiss Microscopy as he showcases the transformative power of computed tomography in reshaping materials science.
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Feb 15, 2024 • 56min

Episode 82: Radar Absorbing Materials

Discover the history of stealth technology, from painting ships with fun stripes to creating radar absorbing materials for planes. Dive into the evolution of stealth aircraft design and explore the intricate world of achieving optimal aircraft performance while maintaining stealth capabilities. Uncover the unexpected beginnings of the F-117 Nighthawk and revolutionize the field of stealth technology with innovative advancements. Delve into the testing methods for radar absorbing materials and explore the future of cutting-edge stealth capabilities with microwave absorption research.
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Jan 29, 2024 • 45min

Episode 81: New Materials for Carbon Capture

Researchers discuss their research on carbon storing materials, including aluminum formate and ABX3 perovskites. They explore the challenges of removing CO2 from crystal structures and potential applications in carbon capture and air separation processes. The podcast also highlights the importance of separating CO2 from natural gas and biogas for improved efficiency. Additionally, the use of CO2 injection during drilling and cleaning up CO2 with aluminum formate is discussed. The episode concludes with a promotion of Calnano and Materials Today, and a request for feedback.
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Jan 3, 2024 • 37min

Episode 80: Ceramic Innovation with Delta Faucet

Learn about the challenges and advantages of slip casting in ceramics production. Discover how Delta Faucet explored a new ceramic processing method and made the decision to halt the project. Dive into the difficulties faced in casting ceramic material and innovative solutions. Explore a new approach to slip casting and its potential applications. Uncover the challenges and innovations in limited silicate ceramics manufacturing.
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Nov 29, 2023 • 31min

Episode 79: Cryogenic Milling at Cal Nano

In this episode, the hosts sit down with Eric Eyerman CEO of Cal Nano to discuss Cryogenic Milling. They explore different methods of particle size reduction in milling processes, the benefits of cryo-milling and material characterization, advantages of cryogenic milling and cold working processes, and the significance of lowering temperature in cryogenic milling and energy efficiency in the industry.

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