A class of synthetic soft materials called liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs) can change shape in response to heat, similar to ...

Scientists have developed a framework for precisely controlling 3D-printed liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs), materials that change shape in response to heat. Researchers achieved tunable molecular ...

With advancements in material science, thermoset elastomers can be customized to provide specific medical requirements, such as antimicrobial, better elasticity, or even comfort to the patient.

More information: Saya Yamada et al, Next-Generation Structural Adhesives Composed of Epoxy Resins and Hydrogen-Bonded Styrenic Block Polymer-Based Thermoplastic Elastomers, ACS Applied Materials ...

Europe is expected to witness a CAGR of 12% in the chlorinated polyethylene resins and elastomers (CPE) market on the grounds of the fact that the EU is handsomely investing in the pharmaceutical ...

The elastomeric membrane market had an estimated market share worth USD 45.9 billion in 2023. It is expected to reach a valuation of USD 98 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 7.1% from 2024 to 2034 ...

Space exploration pushes materials to their limits. From the intense vacuum of space to extreme temperatures and radiation exposure, the conditions are unlike anything experienced on Earth.

Scientists in Spain have reported the first self-healing polymer that spontaneously and independently repairs itself without any intervention. The new material could be used to improve the security ...

Inspired by the movement of insects gliding on the surface of water, University of Waterloo researchers have designed tiny robots controlled by light, offering promising possibilities for ...