The history of glass goes back a long way, and we've discussed it in previous articles. There is no doubt that glass has infinite value to human beings. But it's a point that people often overlook. It was not until 2022, when the United Nations declared this year as the International Year of Glass, that people felt the extraordinary significance of glass. Glass, the humble building material, is finally getting the recognition it deserves.
As we all know, glass is naturally transparent. So when it's used as a container, we often ignore it. For example, shortsighted people often wear glasses, through which we can see clearly. People will tell you that you have good eyesight, but they won't tell you that your glasses are great. For example, light comes in through Windows to make the room look brighter. People will only say that the light is good today, but not that the window is good. Glass is like a natural tool. It connects us with the world and allows us to see this beautiful scene.
Glass can be used as a small container in science. In the field of renewable energy can also be used to make solar panels. Glass is also being used more and more in aviation. Versatile and versatile, glass is one of the oldest man-made materials. Its impact on us and even society is unmatched by other materials. So it is well deserved to be declared International Glass in 2022.
The application of glass in three fields
Glass has a very unique structure and endless applications. The following mainly explains the application of aviation ceramics, glass fiber and metal glass. Let's take a closer look at the uses of glass in various fields.
Aerospace ceramics
Aerospace may not be a field we know about. But it is true that glass ceramics are more and more widely used in them. Ceramics, as we often say, are mainly made of clay. But glass ceramics have the same chemical composition as glass. The structural volume of the crystal is slightly larger. This unique composition can make glass with high heat resistance, stability, high shock resistance and so on. Improved fuel efficiency and reduced aircraft weight are just some of the advantages that make them suitable for aircraft. Now the global push for low-carbon living is also putting pressure on airlines to reduce carbon emissions. Ceramics also play an important role in helping manufacturers create more environmentally friendly aviation.
Metallic glass
Metallic glass is a kind of engineering material with high performance. It has the properties of both metal and glass. This makes it a unique material. The reason is that metallic glass has excellent electrical properties. Metallic glass, like ordinary glass, is amorphous. This material has strong resistance to corrosion and fracture. There is a relatively strong hardness, very tough, a little brittle but opaque.
Metallic glass is often widely used as the core of an amorphous metal transformer distributor (AMTD). Similarly, it is often used in mobile phones, magnetic products, sensors and other electronic instruments. On a global scale, the metal glass market is also very extensive and stable. Manufacturers are focusing on developing metal alloys for new applications such as aerospace, automotive and sports.
Glass fibre
Glass fiber is a fine fiber obtained by melting spinning glass. It usually comes in four different forms: strand, glass wool, yarn and thick thread. Glass wool is pure glass fiber and can be used directly for insulation. The glass fiber is light in weight, high in strength and not easy to break. Because of these properties, it can be molded into a variety of complex shapes. Fiberglass also has excellent thermal insulation and electrical properties. Due to its properties, glass fiber is widely used in the manufacture of conforming materials and insulation applications.
