Ceramics

A flexible, paper-like ceramic material has been created that promises to provide an inexpensive, fireproof, non-conductive base for a whole range of new and innovative electronic devices.

Researchers at HRL Laboratories have created a 3D printing technology that creates a ceramic material that is harder, stronger and more compatible with ultrahigh temperatures.

The cast iron brake rotors currently used in most vehicles are quite heavy. Lighter ceramic rotors certainly do exist, although they're pricey. Soon, however, ceramic-coated aluminum rotors may be a cost-effective lightweight alternative for economy cars.

If you frequently ride a bike on asphalt, then it’s entirely possible that sooner or later you’re going to wipe out and end up with some nasty skin abrasions. With that in mind, Scott Sports has announced a new line of cycling clothing made to protect against road rash.

In order to run at high temperatures, the metal components of airplane engines are presently treated with heat-shielding coatings. Scientists are now developing a new such coating, that could extend the service life of engines by 300 percent.

The 3D printed coffee-cup-a-day project

Design company Nendo has joined forces with Masagasu Mitsuke to create a super thin ceramic speaker set.