SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 16, 2026Interesting Engineering

New metal alloys that beat 1,832°F heat could help jet engines and nuclear reactors

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Researchers at the University of Toronto used AI to discover six new metal alloys capable of withstanding extreme heat, outperforming the industry-standard Inconel 625 by up to 85%. The AI system, using active learning, identified top candidates within weeks, skipping the need for massive datasets and enabling complex 3D-printed components for jet engines and nuclear reactors.

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