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Últimas publicaciones y patentes sobre la fragilización por metales líquidos (LME)

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More complex than just corrosion cracking, Liquid Metal Embrittlement (LME) is a phenomenon where certain ductile metals become brittle when exposed to specific liquid metals, leading to sudden and catastrophic failure under estrés. This occurs through the rapid penetration of the liquid metal along the grain boundaries of the solid metal, thereby weakening interatomic bonds and facilitating crack initiation and propagation. LME is highly dependent on the combination of the solid and liquid metals involved, as well as factors like temperature and applied stress. Common industrial examples include the embrittlement of steel by liquid zinc or aluminum during hot-dip galvanizing processes.

Esta es nuestra última selección de publicaciones y patentes mundiales en inglés sobre Liquid Metal Embrittlement (LME), entre muchas revistas científicas en línea, clasificadas y centradas en la fragilización de metales líquidos, fragilización de metales, metal líquido, Ga-Al, fragilización inducida por metal líquido, fragilización inducida, pérdida de ductilidad, dúctil a frágil, límites de grano, fragilización por mercurio, fragilización por galio, Al-Ga, galio líquido y aluminio galio.

Liquid metal jet x-ray source for xps and xrf metrology

Patent published on the 2026-09-24 in WO under Ref WO2026196058 by NOVA MEASURING INSTR INC [US] (Delgado Gildardo [us], Schueler Bruno W [us], Zhuang Guorong V [us])

Abstract: An X-ray source system includes a liquid metal jet including (a) a liquid metal jet comprising a metal alloy selected from an aluminum-gallium alloy, aluminum-silver-gallium alloy, aluminum-silver-Gadolinium-gallium alloy, aluminum-silver-indium-gallium alloy, an aluminum-indium alloy, an aluminum-indium-gallium alloy, aluminum-silver-indium-gallium alloy, a gallium-gadolinium alloy, a gadolinium-indium alloy, a gadolinium-mercury alloy, or a copper-silver-phosphorus alloy, the liquid metal jet [...]


Our summary: The system utilizes a liquid metal jet as an X-ray target made from various metal alloys. An excitation source directs energy to generate plasma and produce characteristic X-ray emissions. A collector and recycling unit recirculates unused liquid metal for ongoing X-ray generation.

liquid metal jet, X-ray source, metrology, plasma generation

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Device for surface properties investigation of liquid metals and metal alloys of low melting temperature

Patent published on the 2026-09-10 in WO under Ref WO2026183607 by SOFIA UNIV ST KLIMENT OHRIDSKI” [BG] (Iliev Hristo Lyubomirov [bg], Petkov Plamen Veskov [bg], Lyutov Dimitar Lyudmilov [bg])

Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for surface properties of liquid metals and metal alloys, equipped with a functionally connected measuring module (A), electronic module (B) and software module (C), where the measuring module (A) is provided with a base, a weight measuring unit, an optical camera and vertical guides along which a movable platform moves with the help of a stepper motor, powered and controlled by electronic module B). A well-insulated main oven with a heater and a tempera[...]


Our summary: The invention describes a device for investigating surface properties of liquid metals and low melting temperature alloys. It includes a measuring module with a movable platform, optical camera, and weight measuring unit. The device operates in a controlled gas environment to study interactions between a solid probe and liquid metal samples.

surface properties, liquid metals, measuring module, electronic control

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Vessel filled with liquid metal having a cover plug with decoupled sealing and mechanical strength, method for opening and reclosing the vessel of a f

Patent published on the 2026-09-03 in WO under Ref WO2026180676 by OTRERA NEW ENERGY [FR] (Dupraz RÉmy [fr], Dechelette LÉo [fr], Varaine FrÉdÉric [fr])

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for removably closing a vessel filled with liquid metal, - a plug removably fastened to the vessel while closing it by means of a device with flange(s)/counter-flange(s) assembled together by a detachable connection; - sealing means between the vessel and the plug in its fastened position, comprising at least means for freezing the same liquid metal and keeping the metal in the frozen state over at least part of the height of the annular space between the plug a[...]


Our summary: The invention describes a device for closing a vessel filled with liquid metal using a removable plug. It features a sealing mechanism that includes freezing means to maintain the metal in a frozen state. The plug is secured with a detachable connection involving flanges and counter-flanges.

liquid metal, sealing mechanism, detachable connection, vessel closure

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Coated cutting tool

Patent published on the 2026-09-02 in EP under Ref EP4800155 by TUNGALOY CORP [JP] (Fan Cangyu [jp], Shirochi Tsukasa [jp], Takahashi Kinya [jp])

Abstract: Provided is a coated cutting tool which has excellent wear resistance and fracture resistance and which accordingly allows for an extended tool life. A coated cutting tool including a substrate and a coating layer formed on a surface of the substrate, wherein: the coating layer includes a lower layer including a specific compound layer, an intermediate layer including an α-Al2O3 layer, and an upper layer in this order from the substrate side to the surface side of the coating layer; the upper l[...]


Our summary: The coated cutting tool features a multi-layer coating structure designed for enhanced wear and fracture resistance. It comprises a substrate with a specific compound lower layer, an α-Al2O3 intermediate layer, and a Ti compound upper layer. The design ensures an extended tool life through precise control of layer thickness and grain boundary characteristics.

coated cutting tool, wear resistance, fracture resistance, TiCN layer

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Three-dimensional (3d) thermal joints including rheology controlled thermal interface materials (tims)

Patent published on the 2026-08-26 in EP under Ref EP4797932 by LAIRD TECHNOLOGIES INC [US] (Strader Jason L [us], Hodul John N [us])

Abstract: [0001] Disclosed are exemplary methods for forming three-dimensional (3D) thermal joints using thermal interface materials (TIMs), e.g., metal amalgams, low melting alloys, liquid metals, rheology controlled TIMs, etc. Also disclosed are exemplary embodiments of three-dimensional (3D) thermal joints including TIMs, e.g., metal amalgams, low melting alloys, liquid metals, rheology controlled TIMs, etc. The 3D thermal joint may be used to fill in gap(s) between a heat source(s) and another compone[...]


Our summary: The content discusses methods for forming three-dimensional thermal joints using various thermal interface materials. It highlights the use of these joints to fill gaps between heat sources and components in electronic devices. The focus is on the application of rheology controlled TIMs in enhancing thermal management.

thermal interface materials, three-dimensional thermal joints, rheology controlled TIMs, electronic device cooling

Patent

Liquid transducer radioisotope-powered nuclear voltaic system

Patent published on the 2026-07-09 in US under Ref US20260196375 by NUBATT PTE LTD [SG] (Golsharifi Nima [gb])

Abstract: [0000] A nuclear voltaic power source utilizing liquid-state transducer media in combination with radioisotopes to convert nuclear radiation energy into electrical power. The system accommodates four types of liquid transducers: liquid semiconductors (e.g., selenium-iodide) that generate electron-hole pairs; liquid scintillators (e.g., liquid xenon) that convert radiation into photons subsequently absorbed by wide bandgap semiconductors; liquid metals (e.g., gallium) that produce free electrons [...]


Our summary: This system uses liquid transducers to convert nuclear radiation into electrical power. It includes four types of transducers: liquid semiconductors, scintillators, metals, and ionic liquids. An adaptive interface optimizes charge extraction for various energy conversion mechanisms.

nuclear voltaic, liquid transducer, radioisotope, energy conversion

Patent

The Effect of Post-Heat Treatments on Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of a L-PBF CoCrNi&ndash;AlTi Medium-Entropy Alloy

Published on 2026-02-03 by Xiaojing Xiong, Xiaodong Nong, Libin Yu, Xianzhao Meng, Chunjia Mo, Yunjie Bi, Hui Ding @MDPI

Abstract: A CoCrNi-AlTi medium-entropy alloy was fabricated via laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF), and its microstructural evolution and mechanical response during aging at 500&amp;ndash;900 &amp;deg;C for 1 h were systematically investigated. The as-built alloy exhibits a hierarchical microstructure consisting of elongated columnar grains and dislocation-rich cellular substructures, which is associated with an excellent strength&amp;ndash;ductility combination (YS: 848 MPa, UTS: 1136 MPa, EF: 3[...]


Our summary: The study investigates the effects of post-heat treatments on the microstructure and mechanical properties of a CoCrNi-AlTi medium-entropy alloy fabricated via laser powder bed fusion. Aging at temperatures between 500-900 °C enhances hardness and tensile strength, with peak performance noted at 800 °C. The research highlights the role of L-PBF-induced defect structures in influencing precipitation behavior and the strength-ductility trade-off during heat treatment.

L-PBF, CoCrNi-AlTi, microstructure, mechanical properties

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Influence of HFCVD Parameters on Diamond Coatings and Process Investigation of Sapphire Wafer Lapping

Published on 2026-02-03 by Wei Feng, Shuai Zhou, Xiaokang Sun @MDPI

Abstract: Aiming at the key problems of the material removal rate and surface integrity of existing tools in the lapping of sapphire hard and brittle crystals, an efficient lapping tool has been developed to explore a new process for HFVCD (hot filament chemical vapor deposition) diamond tools to efficiently lap sapphire wafers. With the premise of ensuring the surface roughness of the wafer is Ra &amp;le; 0.5 &amp;mu;m, the material removal rate is increased to more than 1 &amp;mu;m/h. To exp[...]


Our summary: The study investigates the influence of HFCVD parameters on diamond coatings for lapping sapphire wafers. An efficient lapping tool was developed to enhance material removal rates while maintaining surface integrity. Experimental results showed that specific coating morphologies significantly affected the lapping performance and surface quality of the sapphire wafers.

HFCVD, diamond coatings, sapphire wafers, material removal rate

Publication

Temas tratados: Fragilización por Metal Líquido, LME, agrietamiento por corrosión, metales dúctiles, metales líquidos, enlaces interatómicos, iniciación de grietas, propagación de grietas, galvanizado en caliente, límites de grano, pérdida de ductilidad, fragilización inducida por metal líquido, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ASTM E8, ASTM E112 y ASTM E23...

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London Metal Exchange (LME): Un mercado global para la negociación de metales industriales, que ofrece contratos de futuros y opciones. Facilita la determinación de precios, la gestión de riesgos y proporciona una plataforma para la entrega física de metales como el aluminio, el cobre y el zinc. Fundado en 1877, opera en Londres.

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