Building lightweight trains
Wednesday, March 28, 2012 - 11:01
in Physics & Chemistry
The less trains weigh, the more economical they are to run. A new material capable of withstanding even extreme stresses has now been developed. It is suitable for a variety of applications, not least diesel engine housings on trains - and it makes these components over 35 percent lighter than their steel and aluminum counterparts.
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