Everything Material in Material Science

On October 6, 2025, NSL’s Dr. Ross Cunningham presented at the ASTM International Conference on Advanced Manufacturing (ICAM) in Las Vegas. Dr. Cunningham joined more than 1,100 scientists, engineers and industry leaders from 35 countries who attended the flagship event for additive and advanced manufacturing. Below is a summary of Dr. Cunningham’s presentation.   The…

The aerospace sector must operate with an unwavering commitment to quality, safety, and performance. From the smallest fasteners to large load-bearing structural beams, every aircraft component must meet the most stringent standards and comply with regulations before it can be certified airworthy.   Comprehensive materials testing forms the foundation of this assurance. It verifies that each…

Inductively Coupled Plasma (ICP) and LECO (Combustion Analysis and Inert Gas Fusion) testing are the leading industry methods for testing the elemental composition of metals, ceramics, and other materials. Each brings a unique capability to accurately and repeatably generate reliable testing results on various materials. When used in conjunction, however, they allow manufacturers and engineers…