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Caltech's New Material Promises Revolution in Safety Tech

2/6/2025

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Caltech scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking material known as polycatenated architected materials (PAMs), reminiscent of chainmail. This innovative structure, straddling the line between solid and liquid, demonstrates exceptional energy dissipation capabilities. With promising applications in protective gear, biomedical fields, and robotics, PAMs could revolutionize how we approach safety and technology.

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Caltech scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking material known as polycatenated architected materials (PAMs), reminiscent of chainmail. This innovative structure, straddling the line between solid and liquid, demonstrates exceptional energy dissipation capabilities. With promising applications in protective gear, biomedical fields, and robotics, PAMs could revolutionize how we approach safety and technology.