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Proposed Standard to Cover Dry Slide Systems
Dry slides are among the oldest amusement rides, but new types have recently been introduced.
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Podcast: Going Yard: The Science Behind Bats and Balls
“Torpedo” bats. Drag. Lift. Learn more about exciting new developments and the science and standards at play in baseball and softball.
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Activated Carbon Addressed in Proposed Standard
Standard will provide broad knowledge of activated carbon usage.

Mar 28, 2025

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Proposed Standard Covers Nickel Titanium Alloy
Nickel titanium, also known as nitinol, has super elastic and shape memory properties.

Mar 24, 2025

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Synthetic Turf for Playgrounds Covered in Proposed Standard
Proposed guide will cover specification, purchase, installation, and maintenance.

Mar 24, 2025

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Proposed Standard to Aid Oil Evaporation Measurement
The standard will be useful for laboratories studying oil spills.

Mar 17, 2025

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Podcast: These Boots Are Made By Standards
Standards step up the quality of the shoes you use in everyday life.

Mar 13, 2025

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New Viscosity Measurement Method Proposed in Standard
The method will reduce waste and support sustainability.

Mar 13, 2025

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The Committee on Quality and Statistics: A History
The committee on quality and statistics (E11) was officially established in 1946, and its first chairman was the statistician Harold F. Dodge.

Mar 12, 2025

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How To: Maximize Your ASTM Membership
As a member of ASTM International, you can make a difference in your industry by contributing to the development of standards. Luckily, there are also many ways to make that membership work for you.

Mar 12, 2025

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Standards for Flying the Crowded Skies
As unmanned aircraft fill the skies, partnerships around the world will help harmonize standards - and manage the crowded civil airspace.

Mar 11, 2025

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The Power of ASTM Membership
Membership in ASTM offers numerous benefits, from participation in standards development, to professional networking, to personal growth and leadership opportunities.

Mar 11, 2025

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Powering the Future
An interview with J. Brian Hall, Westinghouse, concerning the future of the nuclear energy industry.

Mar 11, 2025

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Standards for the Hidden Dangers of Gates
Gates help ensure safety and security in society, yet sometimes they themselves cause harm. Standards can help make them safer.

Mar 11, 2025