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Amorphous Metals for Medical Applications

Proven biocompatible. Due to its unique atomic structure the material ensures a fast healing process. With simultaneously high strength and high elasticity, amorphous components offer very strong corrosion and abrasion resistance and are MRI-compatible.

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Image of a metallic hip socket implant made from amorphous alloys. The implant features a smooth, rounded cup designed to fit into the hip bone, showcasing a polished surface to minimize friction and ensure smooth joint movement.

For some challenges there is only one material solution

Expansion of the potential of flexible and resilient systems in mechanical engineering through the use of amorphous alloys. In this environment, amorphous metals are often the only material able to meet the most complex requirement profiles – high strength, high elasticity and the advantage of high resilience with a high number of cycles.

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At the frontiers of perfection - designed for those who defy limits

With the extraordinary material class of amorphous alloys, high-end watches can highlight their uniqueness. Sensitive technologies in miniaturized space are efficiently protected and the design of housings and features can be adjusted to desired geometries.

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Heraeus Amloy Technologies

Heraeus AMLOY Technologies is part of the Heraeus Group, located in Karlstein, Germany. In our business, we combine the unique properties of amorphous metals with our technological know-how to enable completely new high-tech applications. Heraeus AMLOY's near-net-shape process solutions, such as injection molding and 3D printing, are ideally suited for industrial applications.

Amorphous Alloys made by Heraeus Amloy

Our in-house developed amorphous zirconium alloys offer a variety of advantages due to their lack of atomic structure compared to conventional materials. Learn more about their mechanical properties and the resulting benefits!

Processing Technologies of Amorphous Alloys

Our near-net shaping processes, such as 3D printing and injection molding, provide precision, miniaturization, and weight reduction tailored to your specific requirements. Learn more about how these processes and our material can benefit your project.

Industries in which amorphous metals are applied

Amorphous metals can be used in various industries and offer benefits such as lightweight construction, high strength, corrosion resistance, and miniaturization capabilities. Discover how amorphous alloys can enhance your product development and innovation efforts.

Material Properties of Amorphous Alloys

Amorphous metals, also known as metallic glasses, offer unique properties that make them suitable for a variety of high-tech applications. Their excellent mechanical properties, high corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, and isotropic behavior allow for versatile applications. They exhibit high strength, excellent elasticity, surface quality, hardness, and low abrasion. Additionally, they demonstrate high magnetic permeability, ease of magnetization and demagnetization, as well as high corrosion resistance and biocompatibility in medical and chemical environments. Click here to view all material properties

Unique elastic properties

Due to their unique disordered atomic structure, amorphous metals exhibit exceptional elastic properties, making them highly valuable for a wide range of applications. Learn more about the advantages of amorphous metals!

Biocompatibility and Tissue Regeneration

Offering remarkable biocompatibility, amorphous alloys have gained attention for biomedical applications. Studies demonstrate their positive effects on cellular migration and bone formation, promoting effective tissue regeneration. Learn more about the advantages of amorphous metals!

Durability of Amorphous Alloys

Amorphous metals, especially zr-based ones, exhibit comparable fatigue strength to crystalline materials and are ideal for heavy-duty applications as well as precise vibration control and wear-resistant applications. Learn more about the advantages of amorphous metals!

Events & News

Metal Japan 2024

10/29/2024 - 10/31/2024

Tokyo

Trade show

Medica - Trade fair for medical technology & healthcare

11/11/2024 - 11/14/2024

Düsseldorf

Trade show

Amorphous metals lead robotics into the future

Amorphous metals offer unique solutions for extreme robot applications, particularly in space. Explore how these materials are revolutionizing robot design in extreme environments.

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