1962 glass could be Corning's next bonanza seller
A glass that was invented in 1962 is expected to finally become a multibillion-dollar industry for Corning Inc. after years of not having a use. The 159-year-old glass pioneer is producing what it calls Gorilla glass, expecting it to be the hot new face of touch-screen tablets and high-end TVs. The glass failed to find a commercial use in the 60's, but picked up its first customer in 2008 and has quickly become a $170 million a year business as a protective layer over the screens of 40-million-plus smartphones and other mobile devices. Gorilla glass is hard to break, dent or scratch, so Corning is hoping it will be the glass of choice as TV-set manufacturers dispense with protective rims or bezels for their sets. Company scientists say that Gorilla is two to three times stronger than chemically strengthened versions of ordinary soda-lime glass, even when just half as thick. Its strength also means that Gorilla can be thinner than a dime, saving on weight and shipping costs. DisplaySearch market analyst Paul
1962 glass could be Corning's next bonanza seller
(AP) -- An ultra-strong glass that has been looking for a purpose since its invention in 1962 is poised to become a multibillion-dollar bonanza for Corning Inc.
Sun 1 Aug 10 from PhysOrg
1962 glass could be Corning's next bonanza seller, Sun 1 Aug 10 from AP
1962 glass could be Corning's next bonanza seller, Sun 1 Aug 10 from R&D Mag
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Tue 3 Aug 10 from R&D Mag
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A glass that was invented in 1962 is expected to finally become a multibillion-dollar industry for Corning Inc. after years of not having a use. The 159-year-old glass pioneer is producing what ...
Mon 2 Aug 10 from RedOrbit
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