Recent Deadly Tornadoes Are Different Than Usual in Terms of Duration, Strength; Scientist Explains Why

Medicine & Technology Dec 31, 2021

Because of the unusual strength and duration of the recent fatal tornadoes that brought quite an adverse effect earlier this month, many people, including the United States President Joe Biden have asked about the role climate change is playing.

Ant Teeth: Scientists Reveal How They Can Help in the Development of Gadgets

Sep 06, 2021

Every time an ant is biting into something, the force is ideally spread throughout its teeth brought by zinc atoms’ equal dispersal.

Marine Mussels Improves Hydrogels' Adhesion, Stretchiness, Strength; Improves Use for Wounds Healing

Aug 31, 2021

Researchers used marine mussels to improve the mechanical properties of gelatin methacryloyl (GelMA) hydrogels. The mussels made hydrogels better than the original design, improving properties useful for wound healing.

First 'Defect Microscope' Can Monitor Subspace Line Defects in Macroscopic Materials

Jul 15, 2021

A new study demonstrated the capabilities of the first "defect microscope" that can monitor how line defects move at the subspace of macroscopic materials - promising wide applications in the fields of physics, materials science, and engineering.

Science Behind Spikes, Needles, and Other Pointy Things: Strength, Elasticity Identified As Important Factors in a New Study

Jun 16, 2020

Scientists explain the principles behind animal and plant stings, points, and needles in a new study. They claim that their findings could help in the design of future tools for medicine and construction.

Polymers Formation: New Approach To Imrpove Strength & Durability

Apr 30, 2017

Things that are made up of polymers feel, look and act depending on their molecules and atoms which are connected. Researchers tried new techniques to improve the strength of the materials.