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The legacy of microscale robotics at Cornell continues to unfold – and refold and unfold itself again. The latest addition is a robot less than 1 millimeter in size that is printed as a 2D hexagonal “metasheet” but, with a jolt of electricity, morphs into preprogrammed 3D shapes and crawls.
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ETH Zurich researchers have developed a fast, robot-assisted printing process for earth materials that does not require cement.
A new family of integrated rock salt-polyanion cathodes opens door to low-cost, high-energy storage.
It’s a step toward smart coatings that change color—or other properties—on the fly.
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Drs. Joseph Kwon and Mark Barteau have discovered a way to produce ammonia for fertilizer that is greener and more efficient.
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Soft polymers with the combined properties of electrolytes and traditional polymers offer some unique and desirable properties that can be drastically changed on demand.
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Stanford scientists designed a catalyst that turns carbon dioxide into ethanol, which could incentivize cleaning up emissions.
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The ASA glass transition temperature is around 100°C. This makes it slightly easier to print than ABS, while it is also better for outdoor applications due to its good UV resistance.
Using a combination of machine learning and powerful X-rays, Cornell researchers have solved a mystery behind the unusual behavior seen in a class of materials with potential for thermoelectric energy conversion and other applications.
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EPFL scientists have developed an AI-based technique to improve chemical analysis of nanomaterials, overcoming challenges of noisy data and mixed signals.
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Composite metal foam could make aircraft wings or armor simultaneously stronger and lighter. An advanced material, the properties of composite metal foam (CMF) indeed make it attractive for a wide range of applications.
Electronic waste is a rapidly growing problem, but this degradable material could allow the recycling of parts from many single-use and wearable devices.
Automation concepts cover a range of increasingly complex machine initiatives that enhance all areas of 21st century life, and are especially useful for streamlining commercial and production processes.
What is PLA filament and why is it so popular for entry-level 3D printing and beyond? This article covers the basics of Polylactic Acid.
The lightweight material could extend EV range or fuel efficiency once its microstructure is understood.
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