Under pressure: New bioinspired material can 'shapeshift' to external forces
Friday, April 17, 2020 - 12:00
in Physics & Chemistry
Inspired by how human bone and colorful coral reefs adjust mineral deposits in response to their surrounding environments, Johns Hopkins researchers have created a self-adapting material that can change its stiffness in response to the applied force. This advancement can someday open the doors for materials that can self-reinforce to prepare for increased force or stop further damage. A report of the findings was published today in Advanced Materials.