See the force: Mechanical stress leads to self-sensing in solid polymers

Thursday, May 7, 2009 - 05:49 in Physics & Chemistry

Parachute cords, climbing ropes, and smart coatings for bridges that change colour when overstressed are several possible uses for force-sensitive polymers being developed by researchers at the University of Illinois...

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