A new method to realise zero thermal expansion materials

该项目的目的是创造一种新的方法来制造零热膨胀材料。预计这种新方法将更快，并提供前所未有的材料热膨胀性能控制水平。由于热退化困扰着工业中的部件，例如所有的发动机和电子设备，零热膨胀材料可以无限期地避免这些问题，从而增加部件或设备的寿命。该项目还将潜在地提供对零热膨胀背后机制的理解，从而允许合理设计未来的材料，从而增加一系列产品的寿命和耐用性。

The aim of the project is to produce a novel method to create zero thermal expansion materials. It is anticipated that this new method will be faster and provide an unprecedented level of control of the thermal expansion properties of the materials. Since thermal degradation plagues components in industry, for example in all engines and electronics, a zero thermal expansion material can indefinitely avoid such problems and thereby increase the life of the components or devices. This project will also potentially deliver an understanding of the mechanisms behind zero thermal expansion, thus allowing the rational design of future materials that could increase the lifespan and durability of a range of products.