🟢 Introduction Nikasil (Nickel–Silicon Carbide) is a composite electroplated coating first developed in the 1960s for high-performance engines. Instead of heavy cast-iron liners, it allows lightweight aluminum blocks to have extremely hard, wear-resistant surfaces. ⚙️ How It Works Nikasil is made by electroplating nickel onto an aluminum surface while SiC particles are co-deposited into the […]
OVITO (Open Visualization Tool) is an essential software for visualizing and analyzing atomistic simulation data. It supports file formats from LAMMPS, VASP, Quantum ESPRESSO, CASTEP, and many other packages. In this guide, you’ll learn how to install OVITO on Linux (Ubuntu/Debian), Windows, and macOS. 🐧 Installing OVITO on Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) 1. Install Dependencies OVITO requires […]
Electrodeposition is a versatile technique used to fabricate thin films, coatings, and nanostructures. While aqueous electrolytes dominate conventional processes, they are limited by narrow electrochemical windows and unwanted side reactions such as hydrogen evolution. Organic solvents extend this range but come with high cost, toxicity, and safety issues. Deep eutectic solvents (DESs) offer a sustainable […]
In materials science and engineering, computational modeling is becoming as critical as experimental work. Today, we can predict the mechanical behavior of a new alloy, the electrical properties of an oxide, or the stability of rare-earth elements in solution through computer simulations. But where should a newcomer begin? Here’s a roadmap: 1. Understanding the Basics: […]