New analysis of the structure of silks explains paradox of super-strength
Sunday, March 14, 2010 - 14:49
in Physics & Chemistry
CAMBRIDGE, Mass. -- Spiders and silkworms are masters of materials science, but scientists are finally catching up. Silks are among the toughest materials known, stronger and less brittle, pound for...
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