By Nanoforce Technology Limited
Nanoforce explores a various aspect of advanced ceramics processing and nanotechnology, focuses on improving technology transfer and commercialization. Key research and development themes at Nanoforce are: - Rapid sintering techniques to produce novel functional ceramics, composites and metal alloys - Innovative processing routes for nanomaterials - New ferroelectric ceramics for applications as high temperature piezoelectric sensors - Nanostructured permanent magnetic materials for electric vehicle motor applications - Textured ceramics processing in high magnetic fields - Sintering and characterisation of recycled nanostructured magnetic powders - Characterisation of the electromechanical properties of ferroelectric thin films Applications of Advanced Ceramics produced at Nanoforce: - Ceramic insulators in the electronics industry - Backing materials or mounting brackets for electrical components - Ceramic high-temperature super conductors, piezoelectric sensors and actuators - Bioceramics with improved wear properties - Ballistic protection for vehicle and body armour - Flight mirror segments for the space shuttle
