Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The intermediate layer of the article includes a gradient of a metal and metal-ceramic that diminishes toward a metal core.

Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The article is then treated to enhance the characteristics of at least the machined surface to be comparable to the original surface. In the disclosed application the machining extends into an inner layer of the article in which the article consists purely of a metal.

Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The intermediate layer of the article includes a gradient of a metal and metal-ceramic that diminishes toward a metal core.

Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The article is then treated to enhance the characteristics of at least the machined surface to be comparable to the original surface. In the disclosed application the machining does not extend to an inner layer of the article in which the article consists purely of a metal.

Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The article is then treated to enhance the characteristics of at least the machined surface to be comparable to the original surface. The present invention features postformation of ceramic on the portions machined, while the ceramic portions of original surfaces retain their preformation attributes.

Abstract: Disclosed is an electrochemical cell with ceramic components having a ceramic/metal gradient below a ceramic outer layer.

Abstract: The disclosed invention includes articles having advantageous ceramic layers with a ceramic/metal intermediate layer that diminishes towards a pure metal core. Such articles have substantial use in unconventional, harsh environments.

Abstract: The disclosed invention includes articles having advantageous ceramic layers with a ceramic/metal intermediate layer that diminishes towards a pure metal core. Such articles have substantial use in unconventional, harsh environments.

Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The intermediate layer of the article includes a gradient of a metal and metal-ceramic that diminishes toward a metal core.

Abstract: A metal-ceramic article and method for creating the same is disclosed in which the article has undergone machining to remove outer surface volume. The article is then treated to enhance the characteristics of at least the machined surface to be comparable to the original surface. In the disclosed application the machining does not extend to an inner layer of the article in which the article consists purely of a metal.

Abstract: The disclosed invention includes articles having advantageous ceramic layers with a ceramic/metal intermediate layer that diminishes towards a pure metal core. Such articles have substantial use in unconventional, harsh environments.

Abstract: An apparatus and method for laser processing a stainless steel plate for use in a hydrogen fuel cell comprises securing the stainless steel plate on a fixture and providing a laser beam from a fiber laser sufficient to cut the stainless steel plate. A flow of pure nitrogen gas is provided to an area of the stainless steel plate being cut by the laser beam. Exit ports in the fixture for nitrogen gas to exit from the area being cut such that a sufficient flow of nitrogen is provided to remove laser ablations from the cutting area and to maintain a temperature at the cutting area not deleterious to the stainless steel plate being cut by the laser.

Abstract: A soft drink and method of producing a soft drink that is a fortified, normally zero calorie beverage, formulated with natural flavors such as lemon or berry that can be formulated from L-Gluamine, sodium bicarbonate, a potassium salt like potassium chloride or potassium gluconate, caffeine with optional B vitamins, folic acid and vitamin C added for fortification along with a sweetener. This drink mixture can help reduce or eliminate symptoms of a hangover caused by alcohol consumption as well as supply a large portion of the recommended daily requirements for some vitamins and minerals.