Metal Foam

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Basics

  • A Metal that has gas pockets and is thus foam in a similar manner to Foamed Polystyrene
  • Much Lighter than metal, and exhibits other unique properties
  • "Infiltration Method" involves using a salt to form the gaps, and dissolving it once the cast has cooled down

Example

Hollow steel balls with steel powder create a porous steel, classified as a 'foam'

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