To: ChadGore
I can see all kinds of applications for this stuff.
Wonder what kind of a sword or an axe head you could get from this... or even armor plate. Something to look at anyway.
To: Centurion2000
I can see all kinds of applications for this stuff. Computers and solid modelling softwares are used to drive 3D prototype part generators by 'sputtering' a polymer material thru controlled jets.
IMO, it looks like it would be possible to do the same with this 'Liquidmetal' and actually produce a working, useable part. No expensive molds or tooling for low volume parts.
To: Centurion2000
Sword/axe/knife blade are going to require an "edge" sharpness and toughness that may, or may not be, possible.
These guys don't say.
Also, though a cast helmet might be pretty, the toughness and ductility of the metal (needed to resist impact (to bend and absorb shick) may, or may not be present....
The stuff might hold an edge as well as brass or copper, or might be as easy to machine as titantium.... Something that can be cast might not be able to be machined. Depend too on expansion under heat, and machinability.
To: Centurion2000
Wonder what kind of a sword or an axe head you could get from this... or even armor plate. Something to look at anyway. LOL, I was just sitting here thinking the same thing. Light and strong (depending on the kind of strength they are talking about) is just what is needed in both. Hmm, injection molded claymores and battle axes... I get a warm feeling inside just thinking about the possibilities.
Ruck
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