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How a Pittsburgh plumber’s aluminium dome helped shape observatory design
In 1930, Pittsburgh plumber Leo Scanlon built a backyard observatory using a material rarely employed in construction at the time: sheet aluminium. His lightweight, rotating dome protected a homemade telescope and became a model for later small observatories, helping establish his reputation in the amateur astronomy community before he met Albert Einstein four years later. Known as the Valley View Observatory, the structure stood in the Summer Hill neighbourhood on Pittsburgh’s North Side. Scanlon’s solution to a practical engineering problem demonstrated how aluminium could offer an alternative to heavier materials such as wood and steel in observatory construction. Aluminium offers a lighter solution Scanlon began documenting his backyard project in September 1930, according to...
Acer launches four Swift Air 14 laptops with all-aluminium bodies weighing 1.18 kg
Acer Japan has introduced four models in its Swift Air 14 laptop series, featuring all-aluminium bodies, 14-inch displays and lightweight designs aimed at users seeking portability and everyday computing performance. The laptops measure approximately 12.99 mm thick and weigh around 1.18 kg, with CNC diamond-cut processing used on the lid. The four models - SFA14-I31-A38Y, SFA14-I31-A32Y, SFA14-I31-A58Y and SFA14-I31-A52Y - differ in specifications, including processor and memory configurations. The range offers Intel Core 3 Processor 304 and Intel Core 5 Processor 320 options, both equipped with integrated Intel AI Boost technology. Aluminium construction and display specifications The Swift Air 14 features an all-metal aluminium chassis designed to combine a slim profile with a...
Germany’s Fraunhofer and University of Stuttgart develop aluminium anode technology for lithium-ion batteries
Germany-based Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Engineering and Automation (Fraunhofer IPA), headquartered in Stuttgart, has developed a new aluminium anode technology for lithium-ion batteries in collaboration with the University of Stuttgart, addressing a key challenge that has limited the material’s practical use. The patented cell and electrode design manages the volume changes that occur during charging and discharging, helping prevent electrode damage and maintain electrical contact over repeated cycles. The technology also eliminates graphite and silicon from the anode, replaces conventional copper foil with aluminium foil and removes a separate electrode coating process. Aluminium anode technology targets electrode degradation Aluminium has long attracted interest as an...
2026 Audi Q3: Aluminium interiors, 201 BHP, E20 compatibility and tech-boost
The 2026 Audi Q3 is all set to arrive in India with a redesigned look, a technology-packed cabin and a few metallic touches that help its interior shine. Aluminium inserts add a premium edge to the dashboard and cabin surfaces, complementing the soft-touch materials and digital displays. Under the bonnet, a 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine produces 201 BHP and 320 Nm of torque, while Quattro all-wheel drive (AWD) adds confidence on the road. The engine is also E20-compatible, a relevant consideration for motorists in India as the use of ethanol-blended petrol grows. To know the aluminium casting demand forecast in the transportation sector, explore our report "Global Aluminium Casting Market 2026-2032: Plant Economics, Alloy Segmentation, Pricing Intelligence, Supply Chain Analysis &...
Germany’s construction aluminium demand falls 12%, but 2027 recovery and recycling offer fresh growth prospects
Germany’s construction industry has endured several years of contraction, weighed down by elevated financing costs, expensive building materials and subdued residential investment. The downturn has also affected the country’s aluminium industry, with estimated construction-related aluminium consumption declining by around 12 per cent between 2022 and 2025. However, the outlook is beginning to change. With Germany’s construction industry projected to return to growth in 2026 and accelerate further in 2027, opportunities are emerging for aluminium suppliers across residential construction, transport infrastructure, energy networks and commercial developments. At the same time, efforts to strengthen closed-loop aluminium recycling in buildings could provide an additional avenue for growth....
Diet Coke can prices rise 40% in India amid higher aluminium costs
Diet Coke prices have risen from INR 50 (USD 0.52) to INR 70 (USD 0.73) for a 330 ml can in several Indian markets as bottlers and retailers face higher aluminium can costs. The new price has been reported in Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Goa. Some stores are charging the current price even for cans that still carry the earlier maximum retail price (MRP) of INR 50 (USD 0.52) Can-grade aluminium prices rose 30 per cent year on year, mainly because of supply disruptions in West Asia amid tensions. The increase has raised packaging costs for beverage bottlers and their suppliers. To learn the future of aluminium in the packaging industry, explore our report " ALuminium in Packaging: Consumer Trends and Market Dynamics " An independent Coca-Cola bottler confirmed the price increase,...
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