Materials
Researchers make tiny disks that can propel themselves without external power.
The new approach can separate different metals in electronic waste using only air and high temperatures.
Electronic display fabrics are now larger and more durable, opening the door to clothing that acts like a computer screen.
As the mother-of-pearl in the inner layer of the shell forms, initial defects attract and eventually annihilate each other.
Scientists find that aerogels may make effective, ultralightweight noise barriers.
The new metal alloy, created using a laser manufacturing technique, possesses properties that rival the legendary material from medieval times.
A small amount of water bound to the surface of the towel acts like glue to hold the cotton fibers together.
Combine sand, gelatin and bacteria, let them rest, and watch one brick turn into eight.
Water sticks to the snakes’ backs because of special properties of their scales.
The lightweight sheets could combine hundreds of vibrating components to create tactile sensations.
Scientists found that some early commercial lithium batteries held up pretty well after about 35 years in storage.
The rechargeable, lightweight batteries revolutionized the way we power a host of devices.