New 'smart' polymer glows brighter when stretched
Thursday, January 23, 2020 - 10:00
in Physics & Chemistry
Scientists from the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology Graduate University (OIST) have created a stress-detecting "smart" polymer that shines brighter when stretched. Researchers hope to use the new polymer to measure the performance of synthetic polymers and track the wear and tear on materials used in engineering and construction industries.