Nanotechnolgie-Forschung in den nächsten Jahren: Materialien stabiler als Stahl und dabei 10 Mal leichter.
Wenn wir da schon wären, könnte uns dies aus der Treibstoff-Misere
heraushelfen (leichtere Autos, leichtere Boote, alles leichter zu transportieren usw.)
Doch für heute muss uns dies als Ergebnis der Nanotechnologie reichen:
Zum Beispiel Altair (902675)
mit fuel cells:
Wednesday August 23, 10:00 am Eastern Time
Press Release
SOURCE: Altair International Inc.
Altair Announces Fuel Cell Program with MIT
CODY, Wyo., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair International Inc. (Nasdaq: ALTI - news)
today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Altair Technologies,
(www.altairtechnologies.com) has entered into an agreement with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (web.mit.edu)
to carry on joint research to develop a nanostructured fuel cell system for direct hydrocarbon conversion. The program seeks
to tackle the major challenges currently present in hydrocarbon-powered fuel cells by combining Altair's unique materials
technology with novel nanostructured anode and cathode catalysts developed by MIT.
The research program will focus on the synthesis and fabrication of superior anode and cathode materials, and the integration of
these structures with the yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) thin film electrolyte with mechanical and thermal stability. It will examine
Altair's stable porous structures as the support materials for the cathode and anode catalysts. Altair will supply these porous
structures in conjunction with the YSZ electrolyte thin film, and MIT will deposit novel nanostructured anode and cathode
catalysts onto the porous supports. The high porosity and thermal stability of the formed-in-place porous structures supplied by
Altair should provide superior dispersion of anode and cathode catalysts compared to conventional porous substrates. This
would allow MIT to take full advantage of the novel nanostructured anode and cathode catalysts developed by MIT to achieve
improved hydrocarbon conversions and oxygen adsorption in fuel cell applications.
The research program to be undertaken at MIT will be directed by Professor Jackie Y. Ying. An Associate Professor on the
Chemical Engineering faculty at MIT, Dr. Ying currently holds the Raymond A. and Helen E. St. Laurent chair. Prof. Ying's
research is interdisciplinary in nature, with a theme in synthesis of advanced inorganic structures for catalytic, membrane,
ceramic, biomaterial applications. Prof. Ying has authored over 110 articles and presented numerous invited lectures on this
subject at international conferences. Prof. Ying is the Materials Engineering and Sciences Division Director of the American
Institute of Chemicals Engineers.
Dr. Bruce Sabacky, program manager for Altair said, ``Altair is very enthusiastic about its relationship with Dr. Ying and MIT.
Our program with MIT provides the opportunity to combine synergistic developments in porous substrates and novel catalysts
for fuel cell applications with one of the leading catalyst research groups in the country. We are optimistic that we can make a
very significant advancement in development of economical fuel cells that will operate successfully with conventional
hydrocarbon fuels.''
Altair International owns a proprietary technology for making nanocrystalline materials of unique quality, economically in large
quantities. The company is currently developing special nanomaterials with potential applications in fuel cells, hard coatings,
catalysts, cosmetics, paints, batteries, semi-conductors and telecommunications. The technology may also be used to make
paint pigment at a cost forecast to be substantially lower than commercial technologies employed today. Altair holds mineral
leases on a ``world class'' titanium mineral sand deposit in Tennessee and is in the process of constructing a pilot plant at that
site. The company's other principle asset is the Altair Centrifugal Jig, an environmentally friendly breakthrough technology for
mining, coal treatment and environmental remediation.
This press release may be deemed to contain certain forward-looking statements with respect to Altair that are subject to risks
and uncertainties that include, but are not limited to, Altair's ability to obtain necessary capital, performance and reliability of
technology, market acceptance of products using Altair technology, variance in anticipated production costs and unanticipated
effects of regulatory requirements related to the technology, as well as those identified in the Company's press releases or
discussed from time to time in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Actual results may vary materially.
News releases and other information on Altair can be accessed at no charge at Altair's website www.altairint.com.
For technical information on Altair's nanoparticle operations visit our business-to-business informational website
www.altairtechnologies.com
Oder Nanophase (910885) mit Sprays/Lacken, die kalkhaltige Ablagerungen bei Booten (u.a. der NASA)
verringern und damit Treibstoffkosten sparen helfen:
Tuesday August 22, 4:10 pm Eastern Time
Press Release
SOURCE: Nanophase Technologies Corporation
Nanophase Technologies Qualifies Additional Product
to Navy Specification
Announces Follow-on Order for Thermal Spray Products
BURR RIDGE, Ill., Aug. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanophase Technologies Corporation (Nasdaq: NANX - news), a leader in
nanomaterials and nanoengineered products, announced that it had developed and qualified an additional product in the
NanoClad(TM) metal oxide family for use in thermal spray coatings for high reliability applications on United States naval
vessels. In cooperation with A&A Company, Inc., a certified Navy contractor, Nanophase has developed nanocrystalline
metal oxides providing performance advantages that significantly exceed the requirements of MIL-SPEC 1687A, ``Thermal
Spray Processes for Naval Ship Machinery Applications.'' The developed technology and materials are also believed to have
significant, direct implications for a broad range of commercial applications in automotive, energy and other markets.
Nanophase's thermal spray materials will be used to repair worn or eroded metal parts on naval vessels; as a substitute for
conventional ceramic coatings where enhanced properties are needed for longevity; replacement of hard chrome in situations
where the use of NanoClad(TM) would reduce galvanic corrosion or buildup of calcareous deposits; and, wear resistant
coatings in situations where coatings could not previously be used because of limitations in conventional coating properties.
Coated parts have been delivered for both submarine and aircraft carrier applications.
Nanophase announced that it had received an initial order for this new material, Nanoclad(TM) SD-100, a ready-to-spray
material that will be incorporated into high-reliability parts to be fabricated by A&A Company, Inc. Based on early preliminary
estimates, the annual potential for both government and industrial applications is believed to be in excess of $1.5 million. Dan
Bilicki, Nanophase vice president, sales and marketing, noted that ``ceramic thermal spray materials are emerging as a growth
market for nanostructured materials, and Nanophase is excited about our leading-edge capability in bringing forward a broad
range of new materials for this market. We have taken a laboratory concept and successfully engineered it into a product line
that creates a material offering substantial technical benefits at affordable economics.''
According to Dr. D. J. Freed, Nanophase vice president of business development, ``under a program sponsored by the Office
of Naval Research, this second material formulation developed by Nanophase and A & A is a cost- effective equivalent to the
initial Nanophase material and continues to demonstrate enhanced tensile strength, abrasion resistance and machinability when
compared to conventional materials.'' Dr. Lawrence T. Kabacoff, Office of Naval Research Scientific Officer overseeing the
Advanced Coatings Program stated, ``The newly developed materials will reduce the total cost of ownership of naval vessels
utilizing this technology.'' The company understands that when fully implemented, savings in the form of reduced maintenance
cost are expected to reach $100M dollars annually.
Nanostructured coatings are up to four times more abrasive wear resistant and exhibit more than double the bond strength
compared to conventional coatings. They also tolerate a surprising degree of deformation of the substrate without coating failure
and are remarkably resistant to impact damage. This combination of properties permits the use of these coatings in situations
where the use of ceramic coatings has never been possible. The cost of nanostructured coatings is actually less than that of a
similar conventional coating since the deposition rate is higher while the time for grinding and polishing of the coated part is
lower than that needed for conventional coatings. Since nanostructed coatings are up to 40% easier to machine and finish than
conventional coatings, they reduce the time normally required for these operations which accounts for approximately 90% of
current costs. The number of naval parts for nanostructured coatings is literally in the thousands ranging from gears and spindles
to electric motor shafts to, potentially, carrier main propulsion shafts and couplings for control of galvanic corrosion in high
stress, abrasive environments.
Robert W. Rigney, A&A Company Technical Director added, ``The use of nanostructured ceramic materials will provide
service life extension for critical components for U.S. Navy ships. Qualification of Alumina-Titania nanoceramic for submarine
and aircraft carrier parts has been achieved and the resulting performance improvements will make the thermal spray process a
standard for all Navy repair organizations and contractors. These newly developed materials will be specified on prints for new
components as well as used as a repair method.''
Nanophase Technologies Corporation provides engineered solutions utilizing nanocrystalline materials for a variety of industrial
product applications. Using proprietary technology to produce nanocrystalline materials, the company creates products with
unique performance attributes. The company's global customer base includes Fortune 500 companies. Nanophase trades on
the Nasdaq NMS under the symbol ``NANX.'' Visit the company's web site at www.nanophase.com .
Wenn wir da schon wären, könnte uns dies aus der Treibstoff-Misere
heraushelfen (leichtere Autos, leichtere Boote, alles leichter zu transportieren usw.)
Doch für heute muss uns dies als Ergebnis der Nanotechnologie reichen:
Zum Beispiel Altair (902675)
mit fuel cells:
Wednesday August 23, 10:00 am Eastern Time
Press Release
SOURCE: Altair International Inc.
Altair Announces Fuel Cell Program with MIT
CODY, Wyo., Aug. 23 /PRNewswire/ -- Altair International Inc. (Nasdaq: ALTI - news)
today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Altair Technologies,
(www.altairtechnologies.com) has entered into an agreement with Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) (web.mit.edu)
to carry on joint research to develop a nanostructured fuel cell system for direct hydrocarbon conversion. The program seeks
to tackle the major challenges currently present in hydrocarbon-powered fuel cells by combining Altair's unique materials
technology with novel nanostructured anode and cathode catalysts developed by MIT.
The research program will focus on the synthesis and fabrication of superior anode and cathode materials, and the integration of
these structures with the yttria-stabilized zirconia (YSZ) thin film electrolyte with mechanical and thermal stability. It will examine
Altair's stable porous structures as the support materials for the cathode and anode catalysts. Altair will supply these porous
structures in conjunction with the YSZ electrolyte thin film, and MIT will deposit novel nanostructured anode and cathode
catalysts onto the porous supports. The high porosity and thermal stability of the formed-in-place porous structures supplied by
Altair should provide superior dispersion of anode and cathode catalysts compared to conventional porous substrates. This
would allow MIT to take full advantage of the novel nanostructured anode and cathode catalysts developed by MIT to achieve
improved hydrocarbon conversions and oxygen adsorption in fuel cell applications.
The research program to be undertaken at MIT will be directed by Professor Jackie Y. Ying. An Associate Professor on the
Chemical Engineering faculty at MIT, Dr. Ying currently holds the Raymond A. and Helen E. St. Laurent chair. Prof. Ying's
research is interdisciplinary in nature, with a theme in synthesis of advanced inorganic structures for catalytic, membrane,
ceramic, biomaterial applications. Prof. Ying has authored over 110 articles and presented numerous invited lectures on this
subject at international conferences. Prof. Ying is the Materials Engineering and Sciences Division Director of the American
Institute of Chemicals Engineers.
Dr. Bruce Sabacky, program manager for Altair said, ``Altair is very enthusiastic about its relationship with Dr. Ying and MIT.
Our program with MIT provides the opportunity to combine synergistic developments in porous substrates and novel catalysts
for fuel cell applications with one of the leading catalyst research groups in the country. We are optimistic that we can make a
very significant advancement in development of economical fuel cells that will operate successfully with conventional
hydrocarbon fuels.''
Altair International owns a proprietary technology for making nanocrystalline materials of unique quality, economically in large
quantities. The company is currently developing special nanomaterials with potential applications in fuel cells, hard coatings,
catalysts, cosmetics, paints, batteries, semi-conductors and telecommunications. The technology may also be used to make
paint pigment at a cost forecast to be substantially lower than commercial technologies employed today. Altair holds mineral
leases on a ``world class'' titanium mineral sand deposit in Tennessee and is in the process of constructing a pilot plant at that
site. The company's other principle asset is the Altair Centrifugal Jig, an environmentally friendly breakthrough technology for
mining, coal treatment and environmental remediation.
This press release may be deemed to contain certain forward-looking statements with respect to Altair that are subject to risks
and uncertainties that include, but are not limited to, Altair's ability to obtain necessary capital, performance and reliability of
technology, market acceptance of products using Altair technology, variance in anticipated production costs and unanticipated
effects of regulatory requirements related to the technology, as well as those identified in the Company's press releases or
discussed from time to time in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings. Actual results may vary materially.
News releases and other information on Altair can be accessed at no charge at Altair's website www.altairint.com.
For technical information on Altair's nanoparticle operations visit our business-to-business informational website
www.altairtechnologies.com
Oder Nanophase (910885) mit Sprays/Lacken, die kalkhaltige Ablagerungen bei Booten (u.a. der NASA)
verringern und damit Treibstoffkosten sparen helfen:
Tuesday August 22, 4:10 pm Eastern Time
Press Release
SOURCE: Nanophase Technologies Corporation
Nanophase Technologies Qualifies Additional Product
to Navy Specification
Announces Follow-on Order for Thermal Spray Products
BURR RIDGE, Ill., Aug. 22 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanophase Technologies Corporation (Nasdaq: NANX - news), a leader in
nanomaterials and nanoengineered products, announced that it had developed and qualified an additional product in the
NanoClad(TM) metal oxide family for use in thermal spray coatings for high reliability applications on United States naval
vessels. In cooperation with A&A Company, Inc., a certified Navy contractor, Nanophase has developed nanocrystalline
metal oxides providing performance advantages that significantly exceed the requirements of MIL-SPEC 1687A, ``Thermal
Spray Processes for Naval Ship Machinery Applications.'' The developed technology and materials are also believed to have
significant, direct implications for a broad range of commercial applications in automotive, energy and other markets.
Nanophase's thermal spray materials will be used to repair worn or eroded metal parts on naval vessels; as a substitute for
conventional ceramic coatings where enhanced properties are needed for longevity; replacement of hard chrome in situations
where the use of NanoClad(TM) would reduce galvanic corrosion or buildup of calcareous deposits; and, wear resistant
coatings in situations where coatings could not previously be used because of limitations in conventional coating properties.
Coated parts have been delivered for both submarine and aircraft carrier applications.
Nanophase announced that it had received an initial order for this new material, Nanoclad(TM) SD-100, a ready-to-spray
material that will be incorporated into high-reliability parts to be fabricated by A&A Company, Inc. Based on early preliminary
estimates, the annual potential for both government and industrial applications is believed to be in excess of $1.5 million. Dan
Bilicki, Nanophase vice president, sales and marketing, noted that ``ceramic thermal spray materials are emerging as a growth
market for nanostructured materials, and Nanophase is excited about our leading-edge capability in bringing forward a broad
range of new materials for this market. We have taken a laboratory concept and successfully engineered it into a product line
that creates a material offering substantial technical benefits at affordable economics.''
According to Dr. D. J. Freed, Nanophase vice president of business development, ``under a program sponsored by the Office
of Naval Research, this second material formulation developed by Nanophase and A & A is a cost- effective equivalent to the
initial Nanophase material and continues to demonstrate enhanced tensile strength, abrasion resistance and machinability when
compared to conventional materials.'' Dr. Lawrence T. Kabacoff, Office of Naval Research Scientific Officer overseeing the
Advanced Coatings Program stated, ``The newly developed materials will reduce the total cost of ownership of naval vessels
utilizing this technology.'' The company understands that when fully implemented, savings in the form of reduced maintenance
cost are expected to reach $100M dollars annually.
Nanostructured coatings are up to four times more abrasive wear resistant and exhibit more than double the bond strength
compared to conventional coatings. They also tolerate a surprising degree of deformation of the substrate without coating failure
and are remarkably resistant to impact damage. This combination of properties permits the use of these coatings in situations
where the use of ceramic coatings has never been possible. The cost of nanostructured coatings is actually less than that of a
similar conventional coating since the deposition rate is higher while the time for grinding and polishing of the coated part is
lower than that needed for conventional coatings. Since nanostructed coatings are up to 40% easier to machine and finish than
conventional coatings, they reduce the time normally required for these operations which accounts for approximately 90% of
current costs. The number of naval parts for nanostructured coatings is literally in the thousands ranging from gears and spindles
to electric motor shafts to, potentially, carrier main propulsion shafts and couplings for control of galvanic corrosion in high
stress, abrasive environments.
Robert W. Rigney, A&A Company Technical Director added, ``The use of nanostructured ceramic materials will provide
service life extension for critical components for U.S. Navy ships. Qualification of Alumina-Titania nanoceramic for submarine
and aircraft carrier parts has been achieved and the resulting performance improvements will make the thermal spray process a
standard for all Navy repair organizations and contractors. These newly developed materials will be specified on prints for new
components as well as used as a repair method.''
Nanophase Technologies Corporation provides engineered solutions utilizing nanocrystalline materials for a variety of industrial
product applications. Using proprietary technology to produce nanocrystalline materials, the company creates products with
unique performance attributes. The company's global customer base includes Fortune 500 companies. Nanophase trades on
the Nasdaq NMS under the symbol ``NANX.'' Visit the company's web site at www.nanophase.com .
