This highlights the importance of considering both the polymer matrix and any additives when assessing material performance over time. Research has also focused on the aging mechanisms of ...

Over the past decade, fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composites have drawn significant attention in the vehicle field owing to their excellent high strength/modulus-to-weight ratio and extraordinary ...

Biodegradable materials, including polymers, degrade naturally, reducing pollution and offering eco-friendly solutions for packaging and medical applications.

Polymers have been established as a material resource of paramount importance in number of applications pertaining to almost all branches of engineering and applied sciences. The interdisciplinary ...

Key Findings of the Study: The building & construction segment is expected to account for the largest share of the polymer ... foam is in high demand in this industry due to its durability and ...

Recent research has focused on understanding the behavior of rubber materials under different aging mechanisms ... model captures the changes in the polymer matrix due to aging, such as chain ...

Crucially, these contributions are counterbalanced by the material’s elastic properties, which act like a three-dimensional hinge, effectively canceling out many of the thermal effects. “This ...

Jan. 30, 2025 — Researchers have developed a recyclable alternative to a durable class of plastics used for items like car tires, replacement hip joints and bowling ...

A research team led by scientists at Northwestern University has developed the first-ever two-dimensional mechanically interlocked material with high flexibility and strength. In the future, this ...

Jan. 30, 2025 — A research group has developed new advanced light-controlled tools that enable precise control of proteins in real time in living cells. This groundbreaking research opens doors ...