Composite metal foam is made from a combination of homogeneous hollow metal spheres with a metallic matrix surrounding the spheres. This closed-cell metal foam isolates the pockets of air …

Oct 7, 2025 · New research shows that composite metal foam (CMF) is incredibly resilient at high temperatures, able to withstand repeated heavy loads even at temperatures of 400°C and 600°C.

Oct 7, 2025 · New research shows that composite metal foam (CMF) is incredibly resilient at high temperatures, able to withstand repeated heavy loads even at temperatures of 400 and 600 …

Feb 20, 2025 · A new composite metal foam (CMF) that’s as strong as steel and lightweight as aluminum offers many potential benefits for industries including aerospace, military, and defense.

Composite Metal Foam (CMF) is a new branch of metallic materials developed to be as strong as steel yet as lightweight as aluminum. CMF consists of a combination of hollow metal spheres …

Feb 25, 2025 · CMF is a unique material composed of a network of hollow metal bubbles embedded in a matrix of metals such as steel, titanium, aluminum, or other alloys. This …

Mar 16, 2017 · Composite metal foam (CMF) is a lightweight material made by hollow metal spheres stacked tightly together creating dispersed porosities, that are completely surrounded …

Mar 10, 2025 · Composite metal foam's closed-cell structure enhances its compressive strength and insulation properties, making it stronger, lighter, and cheaper than conventional metal foams.

This is the promise of Composite Metal Foam (CMF), a breakthrough material developed at North Carolina State University. More than just a new alloy, CMF is a meticulously engineered …

Oct 8, 2025 · CMFs are created by embedding hollow spheres (made of metals like stainless steel or nickel) within a solid metallic matrix. This unique composition makes CMF remarkably …