Microstructure

Simple tweaks in the microstructure of 3D-printed aluminium alloys add exceptional mechanical and thermal properties for semiconductor and aerospace applications.

A breakthrough approach integrates light-responsive molecules into polymers to advance biomedical applications.

By revealing how a high-performance aerospace alloy deforms under stress, a new computational model creates opportunities to improve its design and broader industrial usage.

Materials scientists unlock novel chemical processes for manufacturing durable cold-resistant alloys.

In shape memory alloys, the right combination of crystal grains can achieve high strength and still retain memory

Microstructured hydrogels can negate the problem of premature release when used as drug delivery systems

A computational technique reveals how tiny pillars affect the condensation of vapor onto a surface

Understanding the molecular properties of polyelectrolytes gives unprecedented control over responsive polymer microstructures

Experiments with a tiny diamond cutting tool reveal how different materials respond to micro-machining