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Temperature-sensing Materials Could (Eventually) Reduce Energy Bills
Researchers at the University of Chicago's Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering (PME) are too cool for…
Dandelion Seeds Inspire Creation of FAIRY—A Robot that can Fly
Stimuli-responsive polymers, materials capable of altering their chemical and/or physical properties in response to…
Binding Polymers and Steel
Most new methods of developing materials created in the lab are not suited for industrial-scale use. Researchers at…
A New PoV on PVC Recycling
Polyvinyl chloride is one of the most produced plastics in the world, ranking third by volume. It's in nearly…
The Impact of Digital Transformation on Materials R&D
Materials informatics (MI) today involves AI and machine learning and has the potential to transform materials…
Intelligent Materials for Robotics and Prostheses
Dresden-based researchers are developing a new class of materials whereby actuators and sensors are integrated…
Google Billionaire Warns China Gaining Technology Edge
Eric Schmidt has some recommendations for Washington regarding its policies. The former Google CEO is encouraging…
Origami—Engineering Inspiration
Researchers are using origami as the inspiration to create programmable surfaces that alter the physical properties…
Graphene Enhances Flexibility and Wearable Electronics
Graphene is an incredibly strong electrical and thermal conductor, making it a perfect ingredient to enhance…
Engineers Develop Shape-Memory Material
Shape-memory metals that revert from one shape to another by being warmed or otherwise triggered are valuable as…