Researchers Spy Galfenol's Inner Beauty Mark
Thursday, April 2, 2009 - 22:14
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists have figured out why an alloy developed by the military over a decade ago behaves the way it does -- it's because of sprinkling of useful imperfections within an otherwise regular crystal. The new information on Galfenol could lead to more sensitive sonar equipment for submarines and other improved sensors.