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Production of high-quality metal powders is becoming important to meet the increasing demand for manufacturing advanced materials. A number of standard powder production techniques have been developed to meet the increasing demand for high-purity metal powders. This paper discusses the different techniques of producing metal powder.
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Antony, L.V.M., Reddy, R.G. Processes for production of high-purity metal powders. JOM 55, 14–18 (2003). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11837-003-0153-4
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