Blow molded metals(!): strength of steel-moldability of plastic

Discussion in 'Materials' started by Doug Lord, Mar 4, 2011.

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    That's pretty cool. I wonder how the alloy holds up to seawater.
     
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    blow molding metal

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    I'm guessing that they can use a number of different metals other than those listed. One listed is titanium...... To me it's mind blowing. I'm already thinking of combinations of plastics and metal-it could really be a big deal!
     
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