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Special Notice · BA-1537

Tech Licensing Opportunity: Synthesis of Tungsten Tetraboride (WB4) by Electric Field Assisted Sintering (EFAS)

Responses due3 days leftAug 1, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
OfficeBattelle Energy Alliance�doe Cntr
PSC9630
Set-asideNone stated
PostedJun 17, 2026
DeadlineAug 1, 2026, 11:00 AM EDT
Place of performanceIdaho Falls, ID, 83415
From the notice

Synthesis of Tungsten Tetraboride (WB4) by Electric Field Assisted Sintering (EFAS) A novel method for synthesizing tungsten tetraboride (WB4), a material with exceptional hardness and thermal properties, using Electric Field Assisted Sintering (EFAS). The Challenge: In the pursuit of materials with exceptional hardness and thermal conductivity, tungsten tetraboride (WB4) has been considered a compelling candidate since the 1960s. Renowned for its potential in enhancing cutting tools, armor, and nuclear reactors, WB4's synthesis has been limited by technological constraints, yielding products often inferior to their theoretical capabilities. Enter Electric Field Assisted Sintering (EFAS) � a modern technique set to revolutionize WB4 production by maintaining precise conditions necessary for optimal material characteristics. How it Works: Electric Field Assisted Sintering (EFAS) introduces a sophisticated approach to WB4 synthesis, surpassing traditional methods like arc melting which …

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