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Amorphous Steel

Scientists at the University of Virginia have discovered a method of mass-producing what is termed ‘amorphous steel’.

The team was recognized in the 2004 Scientific American 50 Award: Research Leaders, noting that amorphous steel differs from regular steel by “…adding the element yttrium, which discourages crystallization as the molten steel solidifies. The metal can then be cast in molds or shaped in the same way plastic can.”

Let’s cross our fingers that this doesn’t end up in a ‘better’ bomb.

Monday | 29 November 2004 | Materials