NSF Funds New Fundamental Project – Electron Beam Atomic Spectroscopy (EBAS)
By MPI September 4, 2013
A new technique called Electron Beam Atomic Spectroscopy (EBAS) has much promise for altering the way high temperature metals are processed. More specifically, EBAS is a method to determine elemental compositions by measuring the atomic emission spectra produced when an electron beam impinges on a target metal. NSF has awarded a grant to Worcester Polytechnic […]
Patent Granted for Systems and Methods for Predicting Heat Transfer Coefficients During Quenching
By MPI July 3, 2013
The patent for “Systems and Methods for Predicting Heat Transfer Coefficients During Quenching” was granted recently by the US Patent & Trademark Office. This project was funded by General Motors and conducted in the Center for Heat Treating Excellence (CHTE) labs at Worcester Polytechnic Institute by Professor Yiming (Kevin) Rong, Professor Rick Sisson and Bowang […]
ACRC and CHTE Welcome New Industrial Members
By MPI June 27, 2013
Deformation Control Technology, GKN Sinter Metals, Oshkosh, Los Alamos National Lab, and Thermo-Calc were welcomed by Diran Apelian, MPI Director, into the Advanced Casting and Research Center (ACRC) and the Center for Heat Treating Excellence (CHTE) at their semi-annual meetings on June 25-26 at WPI. With the addition of these companies, ACRC and CHTE continue […]
ACRC and CHTE Meetings June 25-26
By MPI June 17, 2013
Join us for the 2013 Spring Meetings of ACRC and CHTE on June 25 and 26 at WPI. The meeting is open to all members and interested guests. The ACRC/CHTE Combined Meeting will begin with a reception and dinner for all members on Tuesday, June 25 at 6:30pm in the Great Hall of Higgins House. […]
CR3 Launches New Research on Metal Recovery
By MPI June 3, 2013
The industrial members of the Center for Resource Recovery and Recycling (CR3) have selected two new projects for graduate student research in the area of materials recovery and recycling. One project, titled Recovery of Valuable Metals from Fines, will focus on the recovery of metals and materials from incinerator bottom ashes, end-of-life vehicle shredded fluff, […]
CR3 Welcomes New Industrial Members
By MPI May 20, 2013
Alcoa, Global Tungsten & Powders, Integrated Metallic Recovery, and Orbite Aluminae were welcomed by Diran Apelian, CR3 Director, into the Center for Resource Recovery & Recycling at their semi-annual meeting on May 15. With the addition of these companies, CR3 continues to expand its breadth and gain industry expertise in the materials recovery and recycling […]
CR3 Spring Meetings May 15-16
By MPI May 1, 2013
Join us for the 2013 Spring Meetings of CR3 on May 15 and 16 at WPI, Worcester, MA. The CR3 website has all the details of the meeting, including logistics, agendas, and online registration. Please note that corporate guests will be required to sign a non-disclosure agreement prior to attending the meeting. Looking forward to […]
Christof Heisser and Michel Garat Awarded Prestigious ACRC Awards
By MPI April 1, 2013
At the annual ACRC meeting in June, two valued members of ACRC will be honored. Christof Heisser will be presented the 2013 prestigious Ray H. Witt Award. The award is given to those who exhibit leadership in the aluminum casting industry, who invest resources in its future, and educate and train new talent. Christof is the President of MAGMA […]
JOM Publishes CR3 Communication: Red Mud – A Resource or a Waste?
By MPI March 26, 2013
TMS has forged cooperative agreements with several carefully selected organizations, including the Center for Resource Recovery & Recycling (CR3), which actively work to benefit the materials science community. Periodically, JOM will provide an update on the activities of these organizations. The March 2013 issue of JOM focused on Bayer Process residue, a major project part […]