Aluminum doesn’t solder well, and that’s because of the oxide layer that rapidly forms on the surface. [Ted]’s solution is to scour the aluminum with some mineral oil.

Ever wondered how aluminum is made? In this detailed video, we uncover the industrial process behind the creation of aluminum, starting with the extraction of bauxite, an ore rich in aluminum oxide.

Transparent aluminum oxide (TAlOx), a real material despite its sci-fi name, is incredibly hard and resistant to scratches, making it perfect for protective coatings on electronics, optical ...

Washington Mills has developed a process that will allow the company to collect spent aluminum oxide grit and recycle it back into its manufacturing process. The company estimates that more than ...