9. Catalytic support
This type of application only concerns open-structure foams, more correctly referred to as metal sponges. The foams used in these applications all have good temperature and corrosion resistance. Mechanical resistance is generally minimal, as the desired properties are small cell size and minimal pressure drop.
9.1 The benefits of foams
As with electrical applications, it's the open structure of metal foam and its high specific surface area that make this application so attractive. Thanks to its connected structure and good conductivity, metal foam ensures better thermal diffusion than conventional solutions. The latter, used in chemical reactors, involve powders, porous spheres or ceramic foams. The conduction gain achieved by using metal foams eliminates local...
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Bibliography
Websites
Referring site :
Metal foam dealers :
http://www.goodfellow.com/catalogue/GFCatalogue.php?Language=F
Events
Metfoam is held every two years (odd-numbered years), with the venue changing with each show.
Cellmat takes place every two years (even years) in Germany.
Patents
[B1] Energy absorption device for motor vehicle bumper beam, EP 1902907 B1.
[B2] Motor vehicle front end with large support plates for shock absorbers, and associated vehicle, EP 2 241 480 B1.
[B3] Frame structure of vehicle body, US 5611568 A.
[B4] Headlamp comprising energy absorption means, US 7156545 B2.
[B5] Use of metal foams...
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Manufacturers – Suppliers – Distributors (non-exhaustive list, as the reference site contains a regularly updated list)
Alantum, German and Korean producer of open-structure nickel-iron foams
http://www.alantum.com/en/special/manufacturing.html
Alulight, Austrian manufacturer of powder-metallurgy...
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