Like describing a character out of a DC comic, researchers from North Carolina State University have developed a fiber that combines the strength of metal with the elasticity of rubber.
This revolutionary new material has a host of applications that could be used in the developing world of AI robotics, packaging and manufacturing.
A deep cut for those familiar (or obsessed with DC comics) Rubberband Man is anti-hero with the ability to stretch his body to incredible lengths and withstand tremendous damage, thanks to his extremely durable body. The new material behaves in a similar way.
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