Seashell inspired cement is super elastic, crack resistant, unbreakable
Inspired by materials found in oyster and balloon shells, Princeton University researchers have created a new, highly versatile cement composition. This design mimics the brick-and-mortar structure of the shell, increasing durability by inducing inelastic deformation and hierarchical strengthening. The newly developed material is 19 times more flexible, can be stretched without breaking and is 17 … Read more