Tungsten is a tough metal with the highest melting point of all known elements. Yet when it comes to 3D printing, it has a big problem – microcracks. In the high speed videos from laser powder bed fusion (a type of 3D printing), you can see the cracks form. New research from LLNL has shown that the main culprit is the metal’s transition from hot to cool. The results, made publicly available through the journal "Acta Materialia," allows the research community to pursue ways to mitigate microcrack

Lava stone is one of the oldest and most elemental materials on earth. It forms when molten magma from deep within the earth erupts to the surface and cools. As the lava hardens, it traps tiny pockets of gas, creating a porous, textured surface that makes each bead unique. This stone has been worn for centuries—not just for its striking look, but for what it represents. Strength. Grounding. Endurance. Warriors and travelers across different cultures believed lava carried the raw energy of the ea

Tungsten is a dense, silvery-white metal known for its remarkable strength, high melting point (over 3,400°C), and resistance to corrosion. It is primarily used in applications that require durability and heat resistance, such as in light bulb filaments, electrical contacts, and aerospace components. Its atomic number is 74, and its symbol is W. Tungsten is also used in alloys for cutting tools, military applications, and radiation shielding. Follow (us) @scigeniushub to know how things work. #v