porous
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The paper, "A Study on Welding of Porous Metals and Metallic Foams," is published in the journal Advanced Engineering Materials.
From Science Daily • Dec. 14, 2023
Porous materials, such as wood, aren’t the best choice for spots that see a lot of humidity or rain, and painted pieces won’t last in sunny locations, where the paint can peel or crack.
From Washington Post • Apr. 27, 2021
From Peerless to Porous Even past the schedule’s halfway point, the list of marquee goaltenders having miserable seasons is surprisingly long.
From New York Times • Jan. 21, 2012
Porous or fuzzy materials are rarely used to absorb energy or deaden space in healthcare settings because they can harbor microorganisms.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 29, 2011
The Editor of the Scientific American acknowledges with much pleasure the receipt of original papers and contributions on the following subjects: Manufacture of Porous Cups for Tyndall Grove Battery.
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