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Spring 2008 Technology Today®

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SwRI scientists apply nanostructured thin-film coatings to a variety of components from manufacturing tools to aerospace turbines. These very hard, highly wear-resistant coatings are applied using plasma-enhanced magnetron sputtering technology.
Super Hard, Very Tough
Nanocomposite coatings find new applications in more durable tools and turbine blades.
Aging Warplane, New Life
Upgraded weapons, electronics keep the A-10 Thunderbolt II a winning combat aircraft.

Approaches to Corrosion
A panel of SwRI scientists and engineers recently talked about their respective research into corrosion's effects, its detection and its prevention.
Space Radiation Forecast
A new method provides astronauts up to an hour's warning of approaching hazardous particles from extreme solar events.

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