A novel 'flexo-electric' nanomaterial is able to change shape when an electrical voltage is applied or generate electricity when its shape is changed.
27 November 2015
Understanding the properties of methane hydrates.
24 November 2015Laurie Donaldson
A novel synthetic, sticky hydrogel can adhere to a wide range of surfaces with a toughness comparable to the bond between cartilage on bone.
19 November 2015
a novel piezoelectric energy harvester based on composite structure could enable more efficient performance
18 November 2015Cordelia Sealy
Scientists have developed a technique to make titanium stronger without sacrificing any of the metal's ductility.
18 November 2015
Scientists have uncovered 'sweet points' in time as dental cement sets, when it starts to approach the toughness of teeth.
12 November 2015
Scientists have discovered that applying an electric field to glass causes it to soften at lower temperatures.
10 November 2015
Scientists have developed a flexible metal-organic framework for storing natural gas in car fuel tanks.
5 November 2015
Alloys made from equal amounts of up to four different metallic elements are very effective at withstanding radiation damage.
3 November 2015