Episode 94: An Introduction to Quantum Materials
Quantum isn't just a buzzword used in the movies. In this episode we are joined by Jason Khoury, Assistant Professor at Arizona State University, he helps explain the key concepts necessary to underst...
26 Syys 202448min
Episode 93: An Introduction to Pyrometallurgy
Pyrometallurgy is one of the oldest branches of materials science, yet it is constantly evolving. Join us as we take a broad look at the process of transforming ore into the metals we use every day. F...
10 Syys 202446min
Episode 92: The Quest for Pure Uranium
In this episode, we explore the story of Harley Wilhelm, an unsung hero of the Manhattan Project. Discover how the Ames Process revolutionized the production of pure uranium metal, turning a slow and ...
22 Elo 202439min
Episode 91: High Entropy Alloys
A new class of material doesn't show up often. In this episode, we dive into the revolutionary discovery of high entropy alloys (HEAs) that revitalized the field of metallurgy. We dive into their simu...
24 Heinä 202440min
Episode 90: The Big Dig Incident
Choosing the wrong material can have dire consequences. In this episode of our failure series, we discuss how the incorrect choice of epoxy led to a catastrophic failure and a tragic death. Discover t...
25 Kesä 202431min
Episode 89: Special Applications of Microscopy Technologies
Electron microscopy is almost a century old, but it continues to play a role in exciting new developments that extend its use well beyond its original purpose. We sit down with Professor Sergei Kalini...
10 Kesä 202455min
Episode 88: Accelerating Materials Discovery with Microsoft
The discovery of new materials is an immense challenge, with a vast design space and numerous success criteria. Microsoft has recently demonstrated an advanced approach to machine learning-assisted ma...
8 Touko 202436min
Episode 87: Stories of a Materials Salesman
Designing a great material is only half the battle, now you need to sell it. In this episode we sat down with Dan Wilson from Sintx and took a dive into the surprisingly nuanced world of materials sal...
25 Huhti 202436min
