Posts by AMM News Room
NAI Honors Dr. Afsaneh Rabiei as a 2023 Senior Member
NC State Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering recently recognized Dr. Afsaneh Rabiei’s election as a Senior Member of the National Academy of Inventors (NAI)—a distinction awarded to emerging academic inventors with demonstrated impact in innovation and commercialization. NAI’s 2023 Senior Member class includes 95 inventors from member institutions nationwide, and Dr. Rabiei is listed among the…
Read MoreAMM Receives $1,885,000 NSIC Award to Accelerate Manufacturing and Scale-Up
AMM received a $1,885,000 NSIC award to support continued scale-up and commercialization efforts. This milestone strengthens our capacity to validate performance, expand production readiness, and support customer adoption of Composite Metal Foam solutions.
Read MoreAMM Named XTech SBIR Clean Tech Finalist
AMM was selected as a finalist in the XTech SBIR Clean Tech competition, recognizing our work toward commercializing advanced materials for high-impact applications. We appreciate the opportunity to showcase CMF’s potential and engage with partners across industry and government.
Read MoreOneNC Awards & DOE SBIR Support Ongoing CMF Development
AMM received support through OneNC awards and a DOE SBIR, reinforcing continued development and validation of Composite Metal Foam. These programs help accelerate technology readiness and broaden pathways to commercialization.
Read MoreDOE SBIR Selection Supports CMF Work for Microreactor Applications
AMM was selected for DOE SBIR support focused on Composite Metal Foam concepts relevant to microreactor applications. The program supports continued R&D and performance validation aligned with next-generation energy needs.
Read MoreAMM Recognized as a Hello Tomorrow Deep Tech Pioneer
AMM was recognized by Hello Tomorrow as a Deep Tech Pioneer, highlighting the commercial promise of our materials innovation. This recognition supports broader visibility and partnership opportunities as we scale CMF solutions.
Read MoreAMM Participates in the NC Defense Trade Show
AMM participated in the NC Defense Trade Show to connect with organizations working in defense, security, and industrial protection. We shared Composite Metal Foam capabilities and discussed application needs with prospective partners and customers.
Read MoreGrepBeat Features Composite Metal Foam and Its Real-World Potential
GrepBeat recently covered Composite Metal Foam (CMF), highlighting why this material continues to attract attention across high-performance applications. The piece emphasizes CMF’s unique structure—engineered to absorb and dissipate impact energy—along with the practical advantages that come with lightweighting and durability in demanding environments. As the coverage notes, the path from breakthrough material science to widespread…
Read MoreAIST Finalist Recognition
AMM and Dr. Rabiei were recognized as a finalist by AIST, highlighting contributions to materials innovation and industrial impact. This milestone reflects continued progress toward scalable, high-performance material solutions.
Read MoreFox News: Composite Metal Foam Could Redefine Protection for Armored Vehicles
Fox News highlighted Composite Metal Foam (CMF) as a next-generation protective material with the potential to improve survivability while reducing vehicle weight. The feature describes CMF as a metal “foam” structure that uses hollow spheres to absorb and dissipate impact energy—helping defeat armor-piercing rounds by breaking them apart rather than simply resisting penetration. The coverage…
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