The Strongest Materials on Earth
Join Eric Smith and Dr. Emily Carter at Stanford Advanced Materials as they explore the ten strongest materials known to science. From the revolutionary Graphene to the incredible Darwin’s Bark Spider Silk, they cover how these materials are pushing the boundaries of technology and what their future applications could mean for industries like aerospace and electronics.
Materials discussed in this episode:
- Graphene
- Carbon Nanotubes
- Ultra-high Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
- Metallic Glass
- Boron Nitride Nanotubes
- Lonsdaleite
- Diamond
- Aerogel
- Silicon Carbide
- Darwin’s Bark Spider Silk
Packed with insights and innovations, this episode is a must-listen for anyone curious about the science that powers our world.
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