We’re only scratching the surface: why surface engineering matters, to our city, and beyond

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As important as developing new materials is, it is often the changes to the surface of an existing material that achieves the greatest benefits to performance. Surface engineering is about modifying the surface of what lies beneath, to make it perform better, last longer, or even achieve a different function entirely. Surface coatings are no small matter. Aeroplanes, for example, can’t take off without protective coatings in their engines.

Period20 Jun 2019

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  • TitleWe’re only scratching the surface: why surface engineering matters, to our city, and beyond
    Degree of recognitionNational
    Media typeWeb
    Country/TerritoryUnited Kingdom
    Date20/06/19
    DescriptionAs important as developing new materials is,
    it is often the changes to the surface of an
    existing material that achieves the greatest
    benefits to performance. Surface engineering is about
    modifying the surface of what lies beneath, to make it
    perform better, last longer, or even achieve a different
    function entirely. Surface coatings are no small
    matter. Aeroplanes, for example, can’t take off without
    protective coatings in their engines.
    Producer/AuthorPolicy@Manchester
    URLdocuments.manchester.ac.uk/display.aspx?DocID=43196
    PersonsAllan Matthews

Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms

  • Advanced materials
  • Policy@Manchester