Long-term research in Japan: amorphous metals, metal oxide varistors, high-power semiconductors and superconducting generators

IRM National Reference Series: Japan: An evaluation of government-sponsored energy conservation research and development

“…Use of sophisticated equipment, the span of applications, superior performance characteristics, process engineering skills, large numbers of competent investigators, and a large commitment by the government have all been cited as generic strengths of Japan's ceramics research. Ceramic regenerator cores, cutting tools, electronic substrates, and heat engine components are specific applications in which Japan is a world leader (Hane et al 1985a).…”

Assessment of technical strengths and information flow of energy conservation research in Japan. Volume 2. Background document

“…Although there was some disagreement about the overall status of fundamental amorphous metals research in Japan vis-a-vis the U.S., there was a general consensu~, that individual researchers and programs are producing notable work. (Hane et al 1985).…”