Vanadium

Interesting article on the use and upcoming demand for Vanadium, possible world shortage.

Early uses of vanadium - Damascus steel was made from wootz steel, a steel developed in India around 300 BC.



Henry Ford used it in the steel used for the body of his Model T.

More modern uses to name a few hand tools wrenches and sockets, drill bits, re-bar, saw blades.

New discovery, vanadium battery. BBC News - Vanadium: The metal that may soon be powering your neighbourhood