Materials Testing Resources

Historically speaking, additive manufacturing use for space exploration has been limited by a lack of affordable metal alloys capable of withstanding the extreme conditions experienced during spaceflight. Now, after development by NASA's Glenn Research Center, the GRX-810 alloy presents a novel, affordable option to the expensive alloys which have previously been used. read more

A new coating for glass developed by Rice University researchers could help reduce energy bills, especially during the cold season, by preventing heat loss from leaky windows. read more

To better care for marine wooden artifacts a team of researchers has developed a novel hydrogel that stabilizes shipwreck artifacts by neutralizing the harmful acids that result from their seawater environments. read more