Potential Future Applications
Gas Turbine Engine Ring Structures
- Fan Exit Cases, Bleed Valves, LPC Support Case
B4C DRA Spent Nuclear Fuel Containment
- B10 Isotope Provides Excellent Shielding
Computer Disk Drives
- Increased Specific Stiffness/Improved Vibration= Increased Areal Density
Medical Appliances
- Improved X-ray Transparency and Lighter Weight
Elevator Braking Systems
- Reduced Structural Weight