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silicon nitride(Si3N4) A silicon compound capable of holding a static electric charge and used as a gate element on some MOS transistors. silicon nitride [′sil·ə·kən ′nī‚trīd] (inorganic chemistry) Si3N4A white, water-insoluble powder, resistant to thermal shock and to chemical reagents; used as a catalyst support and for stator blades of high-temperature gas turbines. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The test screw consists of a silicon nitride ceramic outer sleeve (including the flights) on a metal shank. These hybrid ball bearings combine traditional steel rings matched with silicon nitride (ceramic) balls to provide natural insulating properties and prevent electrical arcing. The new biosensor, developed by Harold Craighead of Cornell University and his colleagues, consists of an array of micro cantilevers made of silicon nitride, each one spotted on the end with gold. |
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