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Medical applications for 3D printing are expanding rapidly and are expected to revolutionize health care.1 Medical uses for 3D printing, both actual and potential, can be organized into several broad categories, including: tissue and organ fabrication; creation of customized prosthetics, implants, and anatomical models; and pharmaceutical research regarding drug dosage forms, delivery, and discovery.2 The application of 3D printing in medicine can provide many benefits, including: the customization and personalization of medical products, drugs, and equipment; cost-effectiveness; increased productivity; the democratization of design and manufacturing; and enhanced collaboration. However, it should be cautioned that despite recent significant and exciting medical advances involving 3D printing, notable scientific and regulatory challenges remain and the most transformative applications for this technology will need time to evolve. WHAT IS 3D PRINTING? Three-dimensional (3D) printing is a manufacturing method in which objects are made by fusing or depositing materials-such as plastic, metal, ceramics, powders, liquids, or even living cells-in layers to produce a 3D object.1,8,9 This process is also referred to as additive manufacturing (AM), rapid prototyping (RP), or solid free-form technology (SFF).6 Some 3D printers are similar to traditional inkjet printers; however, the end product differs in that a 3D object is produced.1 3D printing is expected to revolutionize medicine and other fields, not unlike the way the printing press transformed publishing. There are about two dozen 3D printing processes, which use varying printer technologies, speeds, and resolutions, and hundreds of materials.9 These technologies can build a 3D object in almost any shape imaginable as defined in a computer-aided design (CAD) file (Figure 1).9 In a basic setup, the 3D printer first follows the instructions in the CAD file to build the foundation for the object, moving the printhead along the x–y plane.5 The printer then continues to follow the instructions, moving the printhead along the z-axis to build the object vertically layer by layer.5 It is important to note that two-dimensional (2D) radiographic images, such as x-rays, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), or computerized tomography (CT) scans, can be converted to digital 3D print files, allowing the creation of complex, customized anatomical and medical structures (Figure 2).

More than 1000 tonnes (2.2 million pounds) of titanium devices of every description and function are implanted in patients worldwide every year. Requirements for joint replacement continue to grow as people live longer or damage themselves more through hard sports play or jogging, or are seriously injured in road traffic and other accidents. Light, strong and totally biocompatible, titanium is one of few materials that naturally match the requirements for implantation in the human body Medical grade titanium alloys have a significantly higher strength to weight ratio than competing stainless steels. The range of available titanium alloys enables medical specialists designers to select materials and forms closely tailored to the needs of the application. The full range of alloys reaches from high ductility commercially pure titanium used where extreme formability is essential, to fully heat treatable alloys with strength above 1300 MPa, (190ksi). Shape-memory alloys based on titanium, further extend the range of useful properties and applications. A combination of forging or casting, machining and fabrication are the process routes used for medical products. Surface engineering frequently plays a significant role, extending the performance of titanium several times beyond its natural capability.

There is no more challenging use in this respect than implants in the human body. Here, the effectiveness and reliability of implants, and medical and surgical instruments and devices is an essential factor in saving lives and in the long term relief of suffering and pain. Implantation represents a potential assault on the chemical, physiological and mechanical structure of the human body. There is nothing comparable to a metallic implant in living tissue. Most metals in body fluids and tissue are found in stable organic complexes. Corrosion of implanted metal by body fluids, results in the release of unwanted metallic ions, with likely interference in the processes of life. Corrosion resistance is not sufficient of itself to suppress the body`s reaction to cell toxic metals or allergenic elements such as nickel, and even in very small concentrations from a minimum level of corrosion, these may initiate rejection reactions. Titanium is judged to be completely inert and immune to corrosion by all body fluids and tissue, and is thus wholly bio-compatible. The natural selection of titanium for implantation is determined by a combination of most favourable characteristics including immunity to corrosion, bio-compatibility, strength, low modulus and density and the capacity for joining with bone and other tissue - osseointegration. The mechanical and physical properties of titanium alloys combine to provide implants which are highly damage tolerant. The human anatomy naturally limits the shape and allowable volume of implants. The lower modulus of titanium alloys compared to steel is a positive factor in reducing bone resorbtion. Two further parameters define the usefulness of the implantable alloy, the notch sensitivity, - the ratio of tensile strength in the notched vs un-notched condition, and the resistance to crack propagation, or fracture toughness. Titanium scores well in both cases. Typical NS/TS ratios for titanium and its alloys are 1.4 - 1.7 (1.1 is a minimum for an acceptable implant material). Fracture toughness of all high strength implantable alloys is above 50MPa.m-½ with critical crack lengths well above the minimum for detection by standard methods of non-destructive testing.

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Titanium is considered to be one of the strongest metals. Its strength, heat, water and salt resistance, and its light weight make it the ideal metal for a variety of applications. These applications range from jewelry and dental implants to airplanes and ships. Pure titanium is strong and corrosive resistant. Titanium alloys retain the same strength and corrosion resistance, but takes on the greater flexibility and malleability of the metal it is combined with. Titanium alloys, therefore, have more applications than pure titanium. There are six grades of pure titanium (grades 1,2,3,4,7 and 11) and 4 varieties of titanium alloys. Titanium alloys typically contain traces of aluminum, molybdenum, vanadium, niobium, tantalum, zirconium, manganese, iron, chromium, cobalt, nickel, and copper. The four grades, or varieties of titanium alloys are Ti 6AL-4V, Ti 6AL ELI, Ti 3Al 2.5 and Ti 5Al-2.5Sn. Ti 6Al-4V (Grade 5) Ti-6AL-4V is the most commonly used of the titanium alloys. It is therefore commonly referred to as the titanium alloy [workhorse." It is believed to be used in half of the usage of titanium around the world. These desirable properties make Ti-6AL-4V a popular choice in several industries including medical, marine, aerospace and chemical processing. Ti 6AL-4V is commonly used to make: Aircraft turbines Engine components Aircraft structural components Aerospace fasteners High-performance automatic parts Marine applications Sports equipment Ti 6AL-4V ELI (Grade 23) Ti 6 AL-4V ELI is commonly referred to surgical titanium because of its use in surgery. It is a more pure version of Grade 5 (Ti 6AL-4V) titanium alloy. It can be easily molded, and cut into small strands, coils, and wires. It has the same strength, and high corrosion resistance as Ti 6AL-4V. It is also light-weight and is highly tolerant to damage by other alloys. Its use is highly desirable in the medical and dental fields for uses in complex surgical procedures not only because of these properties but also because of the unique surgical properties Ti 6AL-4V ELI has. It has superior biocompatibility making it easy to graft in and attach to bone all the while being accepted by the human body. Some of the more common surgical procedures Ti 6AL-4V ELI is used in include: Orthopedic pins and screws Orthopedic cables Ligature clips Surgical staples Springs Orthodontic appliances In joint replacements Cryogenic vessels Bone fixation devices Ti 3Al 2.5 (Grade 12) Ti 3 AI 2.5 is the titanium alloy with the best weldability. It is also strong at high temperatures like the other titanium alloys. This grade 12 titanium alloy is unique in that it exhibits characteristics of stainless steel (one of the other strong metals), such as being heavier than the other titanium alloys. Ti 3 Al 2.5 is most commonly used in the manufacturing industry, specifically in equipment. It is highly resistant to corrosion and can be formed by heat or cold. Grade 12 titanium alloy is used the most in the following industries and applications: Shell and heat exchangers Hydrometallurgical applications Elevated temperature chemical manufacturing Marine and airfare components Ti 5Al-2.5Sn (Grade 6) Ti 5Al-2.5Sn is a non-heat treatable alloy that can achieve good weldability with stability. It also possesses high temperature stability, high strength, and good corrosion resistance. It has a uniquely high creep (plastic-like strain over long periods of time, usually caused by extreme temperatures) resistance. Ti 5Al-25.Sn is mostly used in aircraft and airframe applications. Titanium as a whole is a highly durable and strong metal. In its pure form it has many uses. It alloys add greater malleability and flexibility to the already strong metal, opening up doors to many more applications. Each titanium alloy shares the same strength and corrosion resistance. They vary on flexibility, making a specific alloy ideal for specific industries and applications. At the Titanium Processing Center, you can find a large selection of both pure and titanium alloy grades for your project. Call us today to schedule your order or to ask a question.

Forms and material specifications are detailed in a number of international and domestic specifications, including ASTM and BS7252/ ISO 5832 examples below: Table 1. Titanium alloys suitable for medical applications. ASTM BS/ISO Alloy(s) Designation(s) F67 Part 2 Unalloyed titanium – CP grades 1-4 (ASTM F1341 specifies wire) F136 Part 3 Ti6Al4V ELI wrought (ASTM F620 specifies ELI forgings) F1472 Part 3 Ti6Al4V standard grade (SG) wrought (F1108 specifies SG castings) F1295 Part 11 Ti6Al7Nb wrought - Part 10 Ti5Al2.5Fe wrought F1580 - CP and Ti6Al4V SG powders for coating implants F1713 - Ti13Nb13Zr wrought F1813 - Ti12Mo6Zr2Fe wrought Bone and Joint Replacement About one million patients worldwide are treated annually for total replacement of arthritic hips and knee joints. The prostheses come in many shapes and sizes. Hip joints normally have a metallic femoral stem and head which locates into an ultrahigh molecular weight low friction polyethylene socket, both secured in position with polymethyl methacrylate bone cement. Some designs, including cementless joints, use roughened bioactive surfaces (including hydroxyapatite) to stimulate osseointegration, limit resorption and thus increase the implant lifetime for younger recipients. Internal and external bone-fracture fixation provides a further major application for titanium as spinal fusion devices, pins, bone-plates, screws, intramedullary nails, and external fixators.

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Model GX-1050A GX-800A GX-900A GX1200A Coating room size 1050 * 1250304 stainless steel. 800 * 1000 900 * 1050 1200 * 1250 Coated cavity size Fixture support from the ground 1680mm, suitable for the operation of human engineering. Fixture support from the ground 1468mm, suitable for the operation of human engineering. Fixture support from the ground 1510mm, suitable for the operation of human engineering. 1 arch type single work piece, to a greater extent to meet the needs of customers for uniformity. Rotating 5-30r/min, stepless speed change. 2 arch type three workpiece plate, the rotation of the planet, to a greater extent to meet the needs of customers on the production. Rotating 5-30r/min, stepless speed change. Tooling fixture For four pieces, bracket angle is adjustable to a greater extent to meet customer needs uniformity. Rotating 5-30r/min, stepless speed change. Arch type single work piece, to a greater extent to meet the needs of customers for uniformity. Rotating 5-30r/min, stepless speed change. Arch type single work piece, to a greater extent to meet the needs of customers for uniformity. Rotating 5-30r/min, stepless speed change. vacuum system Unit: diffusion pump DIP-12000 (Lai Bao), ZJY-300 2X-70 roots pump, mechanical pump, pump maintenance 2X-8. Pipe for 304 stainless steel. Unit: diffusion pump KT-400 (Zhen Hua), ZJY-150 2X-70 roots pump, mechanical pump, pump maintenance 2X-8. Unit: diffusion pump KT-600 (Zhen Hua), ZJY-600 2X-70 roots pump, mechanical pump, pump maintenance 2X-8. Unit: diffusion pump KT-800 (Zhen Hua), ZJY-600 2X-70 roots pump, mechanical pump, pump maintenance 2X-8. Ultimate vacuum: better than 4 x Pa 10-4. Configuration of anti turbulence equipment, safety interlock design, manual, automatic optional. heating system Heating pipe on the heating mode, PID control, the highest 350 C + 1.5. Gas inflation Gas mass flow control instrument or manual fine adjustment charging valve. Vacuum ionization bombardment DC 3KV, 06KW rod cathode (for coating before the self cleaning of the workpiece). Evaporation source (optional) 1 TELEMARK-270 electron gun (import), 6KW, high pressure 4KV-10KV adjustable. Scanning, scanning, circular scanning and spiral scanning. The focus of the beam spot is good, the positioning accuracy is high, and the reproducibility is good. 2 domestic electron gun (Zhen Hua): 6KW, high pressure 4 KV ~ 8KV adjustable, can freely choose triangle wave, sine wave, square wave scanning. 3: Six hole crucible Phi 38 * 20 or four hole crucible Phi 38 * 20 plus a 87 point center arc arc crucible (for a large amount of low melting point evaporation materials) or four points with 48 x 18 crucible. Ion source (optional) 1 RF (radio frequency) ion source (import). 2 5KVA Holzer ion source (Zhen Huachan), used for electroplating before cleaning or plating process to assist plating, is conducive to improve the film refractive index, firmness, improve the film density, adhesion. Film thickness control system (selection) 1.MDC-360 crystal control device (imported) can store 1 ~ 99 layer automatic coating process, 99 Kinds of program data, precision 0.5%+1 fixed error. 2TELEMARK-880 crystal control device (imported): can store 1 to 99 layers of automatic coating process, 99 Kinds of program data. Precision 0.5%+1 fixed error. 3.TELEMARK-820 photocontroller (import): full spectrum end using a multi wavelength analysis technology, through the transmission of monitoring 370-870 mm (or reflectance) curve analysis to determine the end of the film. The control precision is high, and the single wave length control, automatic control and manual control can be used. Additional MACILEOD membrane system calculation software, high degree of integration. 4.TELEMARK-820 light controller with TELEMARK-880 controller can meet the crystal film with high accuracy and high repeatability requirements. With the host computer can realize automatic control. 5 domestic photocontroller (such as type 9704 supporting the monochromator wavelength 330 ~ 870 etc.) adjustable, precision can reach 1.5nm. Hand operated device With magnetic base, can be placed in the vacuum chamber door and control cabinet arbitrary position.

New type of sputtering equipment almost all use powerful magnets will spiral into motion to accelerate electron ionization of argon around the target, increase the impact probability of target with argon ions, Increase the sputtering rate. Most of the metal coating is deposited by DC sputtering, while the non conductive ceramic material is used for RF AC sputtering. The basic principle is to use the glow discharge in vacuum. (glow discharge) (Ar) argon ion bombardment target (target) surface electric cation plasma will accelerate toward the surface by sputtering as the negative electrode material, the impact will be The target material flew out and deposited on the substrate to form a thin film. Generally speaking, there are several characteristics of the thin film coating by sputtering process: (1) metal, alloy or insulating materials can be made into thin film materials. (2) the conditions set appropriate can target complex to produce thin films with the same composition. (3) by adding the active oxygen or other gas discharge in the atmosphere, or a mixture of compounds can make the target material and gas molecules. (4) the target input current and sputtering time can be controlled, easy to get the film thickness with high precision. (5) compared with other manufacturing processes, the production of uniform films with large area is more favorable. (6) a few sputtered particles are not affected by gravity, the target and the substrate position can be freely arranged. (7) the adhesion strength between the substrate and the film is 10 times higher than that of the general vapor deposition coating, and due to the high energy of the sputtered particles, the surface of the film will continue to be hard and dense. Thin film, and at the same time, the high energy can be obtained as long as the lower temperature of the substrate can be obtained. (8) thin film forming the initial nucleation density is high, but very thin continuous film production of the following 10nm. (9) the target of long life, long time continuous production automation. (10) target material can be made into various shapes, with special designed machine to do better control and the most efficient.

The 3D printing technology, called "laser Laser Manufacturing (Additive)", can "print" almost any shape of the product by laser melting the metal powder. Its greatest feature is the use of materials for metal, "print" products with high mechanical properties and can meet the needs of aerospace, mold, automotive, medical, dental, crafts, and other different industries. Picture Description: 3D printing technology in many areas have entered the practical stage 3D printing technology can be traced back to 1984, Hull Charles first developed from digital data print out the 3D object technology and in 2 years after the development of the first commercial 3D printing machine. Then in the whole 90 years to continuously improve its basic technology and norms, and in twenty-first Century, put into the application. Titanium is a density of only half of the steel, the strength is far better than the vast majority of the alloy material, is widely used in the aerospace industry. The United States is the earliest development of titanium alloy 3D printing technology. In 1985, the United States in the Department of defense under the guidance of secretly began forming technology of titanium alloy laser research, and in the public in 1992 Then the United States continued to develop this technology, and in 2002 the laser forming titanium alloy parts loaded on the aircraft test.However, due to the technical problems of deformation and fracture of titanium alloy during the manufacturing process, the United States can not produce high strength and large size laser forming titanium alloy components. In 2005, the United States engaged in titanium alloy laser rapid prototyping manufacturing business of commercial companies Aeromet as always unable to produce performance meet the main force bearing requirement of the large size of complex titanium alloy component, there is no market application value and collapse. Other national laboratories in the United States can not overcome thisproblem, at present only the small size of titanium alloy parts of the printing and titanium alloy parts surface repair. Chinese titanium alloy 3D printing catch up from behind.The laser forming technology of titanium alloy in our country started late, until the United States of America in 1995 3 years to decrypt its R & D program began to invest in research. Early basically belongs to follow the United States to study, in the country more than universities and Research Institute set up laboratory for research. Among them, the success of the aircraft laser technology team is the most significant. As early as in 2000, before and after, AVIC laser technical team has already begun into the 3D laser welding rapid prototyping technology R & D and in countries especially military funding for the continued support,after several years of research and development, to solve the "inert gas protection system, thermal stress discrete force", "defects", "crystal growth control" and so on a number of technical problems in the world, producing a complex structure, size to 2.4m, and performance to meet the main load-bearing structure of the products, with the commercial value. At present, our country already has the technology and ability to use the laser formed more than 12 square meters of complex titanium alloy components, and put into a number of domestic aviation research projects in the prototype and product manufacturing. Become the only one in the world to master the laser forming titanium alloy large main bearing component manufacturing and assembly machine engineering application of the country.

From the definition of the American Society for testing and materials, increasing material manufacturing is based on the3D CAD data material connection process objects, is a process of accumulation layer; 3D refers to the print object manufacturing technology using the print head, nozzle or other printing material deposited, 3D printing is also used to increase representation material manufacturing technology. Additional material manufacturing technology is different from the traditional machining method, machining method using 3D design data of rapid prototyping in one device, solve many complex parts forming problems, and effectively shorten the processing cycle. So far, increasing material manufacturing technology has been successfully applied in food, art, fashion, aerospace, automotive, medical, construction and education industries, by the U.S. "time" magazine as "the ten fastest growing industry", the British "economist" will be regarded as "the third the industrial revolution". It can be seen that the advantages and development prospects of the technology of increasing material manufacturing.

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Titanium uses Titanium has been traditionally used as a lightweight, extremely strong and exceedingly corrosion-resistant material in aircraft, electric power plants, seawater desalination plants, and heat exchangers. More recently, it has found increasing applications in consumer products, sporting goods and information technology (IT) equipment by making use of its aesthetic surface appearance and luxurious feel. Thousands of titanium alloys have been developed and these can be grouped into four main categories. Their properties depend on their basic chemical structure and the way they are manipulated during manufacture. Some elements used for making alloys include aluminum, molybdenum, cobalt, zirconium, tin and vanadium. Alpha phase alloys have the lowest strength but are formable and weldable. Alpha plus beta alloys have high strength. Near alpha alloys have medium strength but have good creep resistance. Beta phase alloys have the highest strength of any titanium alloys but they also lack ductility. There is a difference between countries on titanium applications. While aerospace accounts for half of the titanium demand in the US, Europe and Russia, industrial applications, particularly in chemical plants, dominate in Asia. These differentiated markets will continue to be the main demand drivers behind a growth of 4.6%py (in the past year) through to 2018. Aerospace The aerospace industry is the largest user of titanium products. It is a useful material for this industry because of its high strength to weight ratio and high temperature properties. Titanium is typically used for airplane parts and fasteners. These same properties make titanium useful for the production of gas turbine engines while it is also used for other parts such as the compressor blades, casings, engine cowlings and heat shields. The expansion in use of titanium within the aerospace market can be attributed to several factors, including the demand for newer aircraft designs with increased CFRP (carbon fiber reinforced polymer [or plastic]) composition. By sharing the same thermal expansion rates as many popular composite materials, titanium is highly favored as a composite interface material. The new Boeing 787 Dreamliner is estimated to use 15 percent titanium by weight, 5 percent more than steel and is surely the exemplar for the increased use of titanium in commercial aircraft manufacturing. Increased titanium use in this aircraft directly corresponds with that of composite components based on the materials` compatibility. The rise in composite design, construction and use is a strong indicator of additional increases in titanium part production. Current industry projections for titanium indicate a 40 percent increase in demand by 2015. Anticipating this growth, many major producers of titanium have announced plans to increase their production capacities. Military aircraft Titanium has been used in aircraft for nearly 60 years now, especially in military aircraft. Forty-two percent of the structural weight of the Lockheed Martin F22 Raptor, which entered service in the US at the end of 2005, consists of titanium. And even back in the `60s, some 93 percent of the Lockheed SR-71 Blackbird`s structural weight consisted of titanium alloys. It is also used in the Lockheed Martin JSF (accounting for around a third of the aircraft by weight), and in the Airbus A350 and A380 commercial airliners. The importance of titanium in the aerospace industry cannot be overstated. According to the latest figures from the US Geological Survey, in 2012, some 72 percent of titanium metal consumed in the US was used in aerospace applications, with the remaining 28 percent being used in [armor, chemical processing, marine, medical, power generation, sporting goods, and other nonaerospace applications." Globally, as the English metal research house Roskill Information Services says in an overview of its forthcoming report on the metal ([Titanium Metal: Market Outlook to 2018"), with the increased use of composites, particularly carbon-compatible reinforced polymers (CFRP) in the manufacture of large passenger aircraft: [titanium`s position as a key material in the aerospace industry is assured and growing." Ocean engineering People have been developing using the ocean resource since the technology allows us to do it and the land resource is getting exhausted. Titanium is appealing for ocean engineering applications because of its excellent corrosion resistance feature. Therefore a great many of titanium products have been applied to the desalination of sea water, as well as for vessels and exploration of ocean resources. As early as the 1960s, China had begun carrying out application research into the use of titanium in vessels. With much effort, a sound system of vessel grade titanium was established. Titanium enjoys unique advantages when applied to vessels and the marine industry. Submarines, bathyvessels, atomic icebreakers, hydrofoils, hovercrafts, minesweepers and propellers all have titanium in them. Though China has a sound system for vessel grade titanium and the titanium used on vessels is growing, many key technologies haven`t yet been grasped due to the lack of cooperation between research organizations, material research institutions and vessel companies. In Russia, titanium consumption on vessels has reached 15%-20%, meaning the titanium market will be boosted dramatically, reaching hundreds of billions of dollars in market value. Oil exploration and exploitation will be the next potential market for titanium. Just one offshore oil drilling platform requires 1,500-2,000 tonnes of titanium. China plans to construct 70 platforms in the next 3-5 years, and consumption of titanium will reach 140 thousand tonnes. In addition, China has a great need for desalination and coastal power stations, and if cost reductions and quality improvements can be achieved, the titanium market`s prospects will be very bright. Medical The list of titanium`s benefits is lengthy. This makes it incredibly useful for a number of different industries, including the automotive, aerospace and architectural worlds. But because titanium resists corrosion, is biocompatible and has an innate ability to join with human bone, it has become a staple of the medical field, as well. From surgical titanium instruments to orthopedic titanium rods, pins and plates, medical and dental titanium has truly become the fundamental material used in medicine. Common titanium applications in terms of medical industry: • Hip and knee joints • Bone screws • Bone plates • Dental implants • Surgical devices • Pacemaker cases • Spectacle frames • Heart valves • Pharmaceutical equipment • Wheelchairs It is expected that uses for titanium within the biomedical industry will only continue to grow in the coming years. With the baby-boomer demographic continuing to age and our health industry pushing people to live more active lives, it`s only logical that the medical industry will continue researching new and innovative uses for this popular metal alloy. And with healthcare reform a current major issue, titanium`s cost-efficiency adds even more appeal to those looking to cut healthcare costs. Automotive In the field of automobiles, titanium found its first application within the engine parts of racing cars early in the 1980s. Since then, the range of applications for titanium has expanded to include its application in the muffler systems of super short-type bikes and limited models of high-performance cars. Because of its great strength and low density, combined with virtual immunity to corrosion in the automotive environment, titanium offers many attractions for use in automobile applications. Despite its advantages, however, titanium hasn`t yet found a widespread use because the automotive industry is very price sensitive. The cost of titanium is relatively higher than that for steel or aluminum alloys. However, for some applications titanium is attracting great interest. Production passenger automobile components which could benefit from using of titanium include engine valves, connecting rods and valve spring retainers, as well as valve springs. However, until recently the use of titanium in the family automobile had not progressed beyond the prototyped stage because of the high cost of titanium compared to competing materials. There are two major obstacles that must be overcome if titanium is to be used in high-volume production. Chemical According to a survey, in China, titanium is primarily used in chemical applications such as heat-exchanger (57%), titanium anode (20%), titanium container (16%) and others (7%). In the chemical industry, chlor-alkali and sodium carbonate are major consumers of titanium. Recreational uses Titanium distributors are quickly finding more widespread uses for titanium tubing in recreational products, including sports equipment such as bicycles, golf clubs and tennis racquets. Titanium sheet and wire is now an attractive alternative to other special metals used in the jewelry industry, particularly in wedding jewelry. In 2008, titanium consumption on sports equipment accounted for 13% of the total in China, with golf heads and golf clubs alone consuming over 1,000 tonnes. Bicycles made with titanium alloy frames are also catching on, and there are nearly 50 companies currently doing business in the titanium bicycles field. For a long time the US has been the biggest titanium bicycle producer and consumer. Spectacle frames are another famous application of titanium due to its extraordinary lightness and less tendency to be less allergenic to skin. Besides, after anodic treatment, titanium can be colorful which makes it even more popular as a frame material. With ever advancing technologies, applications for titanium in daily life are expanding rapidly, but still, America and Japan are the leaders in this field.