Materials Science

Exclusive: One startup’s paper-thin stainless steel could change how bridges are built

Allium Engineering proposes a cost-effective stainless steel-clad rebar to combat rust in bridges, potentially extending their lifespan significantly.

A simple formula could guide the design of faster-charging, longer-lasting batteries

MIT researchers developed a model explaining lithium intercalation rates, potentially leading to faster-charging, longer-lasting batteries.

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