Liquidmetal Technologies Inc (LQMT)

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Tighter Molecules Harden Gold in Upcoming Apple Watch!

The closely arranged molecules in Apple's upcoming Gold Watch is claimed to result in an 18k finish that is twice as hard as typical 18k gold. At this point it is unclear IF Apple is employing amorphous alloy technology to achieve this feat; however, we do know that Apple has invested a lot of money to bring this technology to commercial maturity. And many believe it's only a matter of time. Because 18k is still 25 percent from being pure gold, there is plenty of room for the manipulation of other metals to form a stronger alloy. Perhaps not fully amorphous, but perhaps enough to give desired strength while maintaining its exotic appeal.

"The patent says that the process could yield gold that’s up to four times harder."

It will be interesting to see if dots are connected, publicly, that would shed light on the true nature of the metal being used. What does this mean for Liquidmetal and its investors? Nothing in terms of direct revenue, as long as the device is categorized as "CE." However, IF the metal is amorphous in nature AND a link is made public by others to Liquidmetal or amorphous alloy, then the advertising could be beneficial. However, I agree with Watts concerning the trade dress discussion. I highly doubt Apple would use some form of "Liquidmetal" nomenclature in describing the device.

Apple Gold Watch Employs Tighter Array of Molecules to Achieve Extra Hardness

p.s. According to my wife (who has an Art degree in Metal, and who worked as a goldsmith), the use of "18 ct" in the article is incorrectly used. "ct (carat)" always refers to gemstone weight while "k (karat)" always refers to purity of gold.