About the author

THE AUTHOR

Cole Morace

Cole Morace has over 20 years of experience in the metals recycling and mining industry. He is the founder of Quest Metals which aims to revolutionize the sustainable recycling of metal scrap from aerospace, aviation, and gas turbines.

With an unwavering dedication to sustainability, Cole ensures that turbine scraps find new life, reducing waste and promoting environmental responsibility. Trust in him to provide top-notch turbine scrap recycling solutions that meet industry standards and exceed expectations.

Cole Morace, President of Quest Alloys & Metals
Simple Recycling of Titanium Alloy Scrap Using Hydrogen Plasma Arc
June 30, 2025

Simple Recycling of Titanium Alloy Scrap Using Hydrogen Plasma Arc

Titanium alloys are widely used in industries such as aerospace, medical devices, and automotive due to their high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and high-temperature stability....

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The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict on the Aerospace Supply Chain
June 30, 2025

The Impact of the Russia-Ukraine Conflict on the Aerospace Supply Chain

The aerospace industry relies heavily on titanium due to its high strength-to-weight ratio, corrosion resistance, and heat tolerance making it essential for aircraft structures and...

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Recovery of Rare-Earth Elements from Magnet Waste
June 30, 2025

Recovery of Rare-Earth Elements from Magnet Waste

The growing global demand for rare-earth elements (REEs), particularly neodymium (Nd), praseodymium (Pr), and dysprosium (Dy), is driven by their vital role in technologies such...

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Osmium as an Investment
June 30, 2025

Osmium as an Investment

Osmium is the eighth and last of the precious metals, belonging to the platinum group. It holds the distinction of being the rarest stable (non-radioactive)...

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Osmium Recycling
June 23, 2025

Osmium Recycling

Osmium holds the distinction of being the rarest precious metal and, indeed, the rarest stable element found in the Earth's crust. It naturally occurs as...

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Current Prospect of Dental Zirconia Recycling
June 23, 2025

Current Prospect of Dental Zirconia Recycling

The widespread adoption of yttria-stabilized tetragonal zirconia polycrystals (Y-TZPs) in dentistry, facilitated by precise CAD/CAM technology, has brought excellent mechanical properties and convenience to dental...

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The Challenge of Recycling Superalloy Scrap
June 23, 2025

The Challenge of Recycling Superalloy Scrap

Recycling machined superalloy scrap, such as turnings and borings, is a highly desirable goal, yet it presents significant challenges for conventional remelting techniques. The scrap's...

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Recycling Process of Aircraft Metallic Materials
June 23, 2025

Recycling Process of Aircraft Metallic Materials

The global aircraft industry is poised for significant growth, with passenger and cargo traffic projected to expand at average annual rates of 5.1% and 5.6%,...

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How the U.S. Can Counter China’s Rare Earth Export Ban by Exploiting Its High-Purity Quartz Vulnerability
June 18, 2025

How the U.S. Can Counter China’s Rare Earth Export Ban by Exploiting Its High-Purity Quartz Vulnerability

China recently imposed export restrictions on several rare earth metals including samarium, gadolinium, and terbium as part of its broader strategy in the ongoing U.S.–China...

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Current State of Germanium Supply
June 18, 2025

Current State of Germanium Supply

Domestic Production and Processing In 2024, the United States did not produce any germanium from primary refining sources. However, germanium was indirectly produced as a...

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Reciprocal Tariffs Expose U.S. Weakness in Rare Earth Metal Supply
June 18, 2025

Reciprocal Tariffs Expose U.S. Weakness in Rare Earth Metal Supply

Reciprocal tariffs on Chinese goods was intended to protect American industries, but instead, it has exposed a glaring vulnerability the United States' dependence on China...

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Why Export Controls Are the Weapon of Choice in the US-China Trade War
June 18, 2025

Why Export Controls Are the Weapon of Choice in the US-China Trade War

The US-China trade war has escalated over the years, moving from tariff disputes to a fierce competition for technological and geopolitical dominance. One of the...

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World Minerals Outlook
June 18, 2025

World Minerals Outlook

The World Minerals Outlook for 2029 provides a comprehensive look at the future of critical minerals, including cobalt, gallium, helium, lithium, magnesium, palladium, platinum, and...

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How Myanmar’s Rebels Are Disrupting the World’s Rare Earth Supply Chain
June 18, 2025

How Myanmar’s Rebels Are Disrupting the World’s Rare Earth Supply Chain

The global rare earth supply chain is facing an unprecedented disruption due to ongoing conflict in Myanmar, where the Kachin Independence Army (KIA) has taken...

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Why the US isn't A Major Player In Rare Earths
June 18, 2025

Why the US isn't A Major Player In Rare Earths

Rare earths are not geologically rare, although their current mining and intermediate production structure give that impression. While approximately 30 percent of global rare earth...

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The Silent Surge of  Critical Metals Are Reshaping Global Markets
June 12, 2025

The Silent Surge of Critical Metals Are Reshaping Global Markets

While trade wars and tariffs between the United States and China dominate headlines, a more fundamental shift is quietly reshaping global industries: the skyrocketing prices...

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Financial Aspects of the Rare-Earth Elements (REE) Market
June 12, 2025

Financial Aspects of the Rare-Earth Elements (REE) Market

The financial aspects of the Rare-Earth Elements (REE) market are complex, driven by various factors such as market capitalization, the systematic risk of mining companies,...

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Rhenium Extraction and Recycling Technologies from Primary and Secondary Resources
June 12, 2025

Rhenium Extraction and Recycling Technologies from Primary and Secondary Resources

Rhenium, a precious and rare metal, plays an essential role in high-temperature applications, particularly in superalloys and platinum–rhenium catalysts, which are crucial for advanced technologies...

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Zero-Waste Recycling of Nickel-Based Superalloys
June 12, 2025

Zero-Waste Recycling of Nickel-Based Superalloys

Nickel-based superalloys are widely used in aerospace, power generation, and chemical processing industries due to their excellent high-temperature strength, corrosion resistance, and durability. However, their...

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China’s Grip on African Minerals
June 9, 2025

China’s Grip on African Minerals

China has significantly strengthened its control over African minerals through a combination of ownership, strategic investments, long-term contracts, infrastructure development, financial support, and vertical integration....

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Mineralogy of United States Deposits: Current Sources and Domestic Reserves
June 9, 2025

Mineralogy of United States Deposits: Current Sources and Domestic Reserves

The United States possesses significant reserves of rare earth elements (REE), which are crucial for modern industries, including electronics, defense systems, and renewable energy technologies....

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How Japan Solved Its Rare Earth Minerals Dependency Issue and What the USA Can Learn
June 9, 2025

How Japan Solved Its Rare Earth Minerals Dependency Issue and What the USA Can Learn

The 2010 incident off the Senkaku Islands, where a collision involving a Chinese fishing boat and Japanese coast guard vessels led to an abrupt halt...

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Is America Dematerializing on Metals?
June 9, 2025

Is America Dematerializing on Metals?

Historically, the United States has had a high demand for metals, particularly for heavy industries like steel, mining, and construction. In the mid-20th century, metals...

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Germanium Recovery from Secondary Resources
June 2, 2025

Germanium Recovery from Secondary Resources

Germanium is a critical element used in high-tech applications such as semiconductors, fiber optics, and solar panels. Due to its limited primary sources, recent research...

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Anthropogenic Gallium Cycle
June 2, 2025

Anthropogenic Gallium Cycle

Gallium, a critical metal utilized in semiconductor manufacturing, consumer electronics, lighting, and renewable energy technologies, plays an essential role in modern industrial processes. As the...

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