Challenge of Materials
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Pill box made from the first pound of polyethylene in 1936 at ICI, Research Department. Presented to Mr. Frank Bebbington, one of the research team
Live-line working woollen/stainless steel fibre suit with socks and gloves attached
Military doctor's belt buckle, consisting of two discs, with caduceus, linked by serpent, in ormolu, French, 1830-1890. Ormolu describes decorative objects, or furniture mounts, made in the 18th and early 19th centuries in cast brass, and then chased
Russell Hobbs 'Millennium' cordless electric kettle, model no. 3161, with disc element, by Pifco Ltd., Manchester, 1996.
The best known copper alloys are the brasses, which are composed of copper and zinc. Brass is a very versatile material and has excellent casting properties. It can therefore be used for free standing objects, and parts made from cast brass can also
An incense burner in the form of a fish, made of a copper alloy, Indian, 19th century.
Dunlop Max 200G tennis racket, with carbon fibre in nylon, injection moulded frame, 1984
Copper alloys have a unique combination of characteristics.They have high thermal and electrical conductivity, high corrosion resistance and high ductility and formability, as well as attractive colours. The best known copper alloys are the brasses w
Gold is a yellow precious metal that has always been one of the most valued materials. Not only is it rare, but it can be exposed to the atmosphere for a long time without tarnishing, and can be repeatedly melted without much loss in weight. Gold, an