ScienceAugust 24, 2026
pobedit
POH-buh-dit
Definition
A specific type of hard alloy based on tungsten carbide and cobalt, widely used in industrial applications for its extreme hardness and durability.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Russian word 'pobeda' (victory), reflecting its historical origins in the Soviet era when it was developed as a domestic tungsten carbide material.
In the news
In this article, the authors mention that the tungsten carbide-cobalt composites they studied are often referred to as 'pobedit,' highlighting its industrial significance as a hard alloy.
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