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Bio-inspired structural design improves impact resistance and energy absorption

Researchers developed a lightweight lattice structure inspired by butterfly wings, exhibiting enhanced mechanical strength, impact resistance, and energy absorption capabilities. The new design outperforms conventional lattice designs under compression and dynamic impact loading.

SourceAdvanced Institute for Materials Research (AIMR), Tohoku University·JournalInternational Journal of Mechanical Sciences·DateApr 8, 2026

Building bridges in physics

Researchers from Osaka University have discovered a connection between strain equations for atomic dislocations and the Biot-Savart law in electromagnetism. This link enables researchers to use a well-known formula to analyze the effects of dislocations, leading to new findings on material science.

SourceOsaka University·JournalRoyal Society Open Science·TypeComputational simulation/modeling·DateMar 5, 2025

Breakthrough study reveals the secrets behind cordierite’s anomalous thermal expansion

Researchers at Queen Mary University of London uncover new insights into cordierite's unusual ability to resist changes in size despite significant temperature fluctuations. The team's simulations accurately reproduced experimental data, providing a comprehensive explanation for the material's behaviour at both low and high temperatures.

Quantum research breakthrough uses synthetic dimensions to efficiently process quantum information

A team of researchers has discovered a way to manipulate quantum states of light using a synthetic photonic lattice capable of generating and manipulating quantum states in a simple yet powerful way. This breakthrough could lead to advanced quantum computing, secure quantum communications, and other applications.

Much ado about nothing: Insights into designing advanced stimuli-responsive materials

Researchers from Japan have solved a long-standing puzzle of porous soft materials, revealing the importance of elastic heterogeneity in tuning molecular adsorption/desorption properties. The study provides physicochemical insight into the origin of elastic heterogeneity within MOFs, with applications to imparting targeted properties.

SourceInstitute of Industrial Science, The University of Tokyo·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJul 19, 2023