Superhard materials

SINTX Technologies Ships First Order of FleX SN-PEEK Composite

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Chemistry, Physical sciences, Natural sciences, Nitrides, Ceramic materials, Superhard materials, Silicon nitride, Nitride, Peek, Silicon

The shipping of our new FleX SN-PEEK product is a huge milestone for SINTX, and we couldnt be more excited, said Dr. Sonny Bal, President, and CEO at SINTX Technologies.

Key Points: 
  • The shipping of our new FleX SN-PEEK product is a huge milestone for SINTX, and we couldnt be more excited, said Dr. Sonny Bal, President, and CEO at SINTX Technologies.
  • SINTX believes the combination of PEEK with silicon nitrides osteogenic and antipathogenic properties results in a truly innovative product, FleX SN-PEEK.
  • SINTX Technologies is an OEM ceramics company that develops and commercializes silicon nitride for medical and non-medical applications.
  • The core strength of SINTX Technologies is the manufacturing, research, and development of silicon nitride ceramics for external partners.

SINTX Enters Ceramic Armor Market Through Purchase of Assets from B4C, LLC and Technology License from Precision Ceramics USA Inc.

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Other Manufacturing, Technology, Other Defense, Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, Other Technology, Manufacturing, Science, Defense, Other Science, Materials, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Carbides, Superhard materials, Ceramic materials, B4C, Ceramic armor, Boron, Silicon carbide, Ceramic, Carbide

Separately, SINTX also entered into a technology license agreement with Precision Ceramics USA Inc. ( precision-ceramics.com ) to manufacture a ceramic composite for defense armor applications.

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  • Separately, SINTX also entered into a technology license agreement with Precision Ceramics USA Inc. ( precision-ceramics.com ) to manufacture a ceramic composite for defense armor applications.
  • B4C, LLC is a specialty producer of Boron Carbide, a ceramic material used in the manufacture of protective body armor plates.
  • The assets acquired from B4C will be used to manufacture and market pure Boron Carbide - the highest strength ceramic armor available.
  • Additionally, SINTX will jointly develop and manufacture a special, lower cost composite of Boron Carbide and Silicon Carbide, under an exclusive license from Precision Ceramics USA Inc.

SINTX Enters Ceramic Armor Market Through Purchase of Assets from B4C, LLC and Technology License from Precision Ceramics USA Inc.

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Chemistry, Materials, Physical sciences, Carbides, Superhard materials, Ceramic, B4C, Boron, Body armor, Ceradyne

Separately, SINTX also entered into a technology license agreement with Precision Ceramics USA Inc. ( precision-ceramics.com ) to manufacture a ceramic composite for defense armor applications.

Key Points: 
  • Separately, SINTX also entered into a technology license agreement with Precision Ceramics USA Inc. ( precision-ceramics.com ) to manufacture a ceramic composite for defense armor applications.
  • B4C, LLC is a specialty producer of Boron Carbide, a ceramic material used in the manufacture of protective body armor plates.
  • Precision Ceramics USA Inc. is an international expert in technical ceramic component solutions.
  • The assets acquired from B4C will be used to manufacture and market pure Boron Carbide - the highest strength ceramic armor available.

Insights on the Ceramic Armor Global Market to 2027 - Featuring 3M, BAE Systems and Ceramtec Among Others - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021
Other Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Materials, Chemistry, Physical sciences, Carbides, Superhard materials, Boron, Metalloids, Ceramic armor, Silicon carbide

The "Ceramic Armor - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Ceramic Armor - Global Market Trajectory & Analytics" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Silicon Carbide, one of the segments analyzed in the report, is projected to record a 6.8% CAGR and reach US$1.2 Billion by the end of the analysis period.
  • The U.S. Market is Estimated at $509.3 Million, While China is Forecast to Grow at 10.1% CAGR
    The Ceramic Armor market in the U.S. is estimated at US$509.3 Million in the year 2020.
  • In the global Boron Carbide segment, USA, Canada, Japan, China and Europe will drive the 5.1% CAGR estimated for this segment.

Meller Optics Introduces Sapphire Windows & Domes for Optimum Protection of Vision Systems on Drones

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Tuesday, July 6, 2021
Materials, Matter, Transparent materials, Oxide minerals, Superhard materials, Crystals, Optical Materials, Sapphire, Meller

PROVIDENCE, R.I., July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Meller Optics, Inc. has introduced custom fabricated sapphire windows and domes that are ideally suited for protecting cameras, detectors, and sensors on military and commercial drones designed for use in harsh environments.

Key Points: 
  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., July 6, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Meller Optics, Inc. has introduced custom fabricated sapphire windows and domes that are ideally suited for protecting cameras, detectors, and sensors on military and commercial drones designed for use in harsh environments.
  • Meller Sapphire Windows & Domes provide optimum surface protection for vision systems used on drones due to their Mohs 9 hardness and resistance to chemicals, fast moving dirt and sand, and high heat.
  • Capable of withstanding up to 1,000C heat and pressures to 10,000 psi, Meller Sapphire Windows & Domes are available in sizes from 0.25" to 10" O.D.
  • Meller Sapphire Windows & Domes are priced according to configuration, size, and quantity.

SINTX Technologies Announces the Sale of First Silicon Nitride Antipathogenic Powder to O2TODAY

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Chemistry, Physical sciences, Materials, Ceramic materials, Superhard materials, Nitrides, Silicon nitride, Ceramic, Silicon

O2TODAY announced on its website today that it is taking limited pre-orders for masks and mask filters integrated with SINTXs antipathogenic powder, said Dr. Sonny Bal, President and CEO at SINTX Technologies.

Key Points: 
  • O2TODAY announced on its website today that it is taking limited pre-orders for masks and mask filters integrated with SINTXs antipathogenic powder, said Dr. Sonny Bal, President and CEO at SINTX Technologies.
  • SINTX is the supplier of FleX SN-AP antipathogenic silicon nitride powder to O2TODAY.
  • The core strength of SINTX Technologies is the manufacturing, research, and development of silicon nitride ceramics for external partners.
  • For more informationon SINTX Technologies or its silicon nitride material platform, please visit www.sintx.com .

NTI Commended by Frost & Sullivan for Its Proprietary Technology for Nanofilm Deposition, the Filtered Cathodic Vacuum Arc (FCVA)

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Monday, June 28, 2021
Materials, Articles, Industrial processes, Materials science, Matter, Nitrides, Superhard materials, Semiconductor device fabrication, Coating, Deposition, Titanium nitride, Nuclear Threat Initiative

NTI has developed a revolutionary filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) technology that leverages a plasma source and electromagnetic waves to create high-quality coatings.

Key Points: 
  • NTI has developed a revolutionary filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) technology that leverages a plasma source and electromagnetic waves to create high-quality coatings.
  • "FCVA's advanced materials seamlessly enhance the average useful life of customers' end products," said Monami Dey, Senior Research Analyst, Frost & Sullivan.
  • NTI continually engages with customers to design and develop proprietary coatings for end products to achieve the desired functional and aesthetic properties.
  • "Its superior technology allows it to deliver top-notch alternatives to existing nanofilm deposition techniques while providing additional enhancements and properties."

NTI Commended by Frost & Sullivan for Its Proprietary Technology for Nanofilm Deposition, the Filtered Cathodic Vacuum Arc (FCVA)

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Monday, June 28, 2021
Materials, Articles, Industrial processes, Materials science, Matter, Nitrides, Superhard materials, Semiconductor device fabrication, Coating, Deposition, Titanium nitride, Nuclear Threat Initiative

NTI has developed a revolutionary filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) technology that leverages a plasma source and electromagnetic waves to create high-quality coatings.

Key Points: 
  • NTI has developed a revolutionary filtered cathodic vacuum arc (FCVA) technology that leverages a plasma source and electromagnetic waves to create high-quality coatings.
  • "FCVA's advanced materials seamlessly enhance the average useful life of customers' end products," said Monami Dey, Senior Research Analyst, Frost & Sullivan.
  • NTI continually engages with customers to design and develop proprietary coatings for end products to achieve the desired functional and aesthetic properties.
  • "Its superior technology allows it to deliver top-notch alternatives to existing nanofilm deposition techniques while providing additional enhancements and properties."

Oxford Performance Materials and SINTX Technologies Collaborate to Develop High Performance Coating Solution

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Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Materials, Organic polymers, Matter, Thermoplastics, Plastics, Nitrides, Superhard materials, Polyethers, Polyetherketoneketone, Silicon nitride, Titanium nitride, Polysilyne

Applied to biomedical implants, these high-performance coating solutions would be expected to promote faster recovery, better outcomes for surgeons and reduced patient complications.

Key Points: 
  • Applied to biomedical implants, these high-performance coating solutions would be expected to promote faster recovery, better outcomes for surgeons and reduced patient complications.
  • We continue to seek new opportunities to bring our silicon nitride technology into new products and markets, said Dr. Sonny Bal, CEO and President of SINTX Technologies.
  • Oxford Performance Materials, Inc. was founded in 2000 to exploit and commercialize the worlds highest performing thermoplastic, PEKK (poly-ether-ketone-ketone).
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Starfire Systems® is Pleased to Announce the Release of a New Ultra-high Temperature Ceramic Forming Precursor

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Tuesday, June 15, 2021
Materials, Matter, Chemistry, Ceramic materials, Carbides, Refractory materials, Superhard materials, NaCl structure, Ultra-high-temperature ceramics, Ceramic, Silicon carbide, Starfire

SCHENECTADY, N.Y., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Starfire Systems Inc. is pleased to announce the release of a new ultra high temperature ceramic forming precursor.

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  • SCHENECTADY, N.Y., June 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Starfire Systems Inc. is pleased to announce the release of a new ultra high temperature ceramic forming precursor.
  • The Hafnium Carbide (HfC) precursor is a valued addition to the family of SiC forming pre-ceramic polymers.
  • This new system will build on the proprietary chemical process Starfire Systems used to create its flagship product SMP-10 and will offer customers additional options for their high temperature requirements.
  • SSI's high temperature materials are useful in a variety of applications where durable, lightweight and high temperature complex shaped CMC's are required.