Being able to decide not only whether a micron-scale particle twists but also how much could open new avenues for machine vision and more.
The post For the first time, controlling the degree of twist in nanostructure particles appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
Photonic fibers borrow from butterfly wings to enable invisible, indelible sorting labels.
The post A “game changer” for clothing recycling? appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
U-M alum will return to Materials Science and Engineering January 1
The post Elizabeth Holm named Next Materials Science and Engineering Chair appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
New techniques for welding very different materials could enable better cars.
The post Q&A: Plastic to metal, steel to aluminum—the future of welding and lightweight vehicles appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
Producing chirality, a property found throughout nature, through large-scale self-assembly could lead to applications in sensing, machine perception and more.
The post “Transformer” pinwheels offer new twist on nano-engineered materials appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
The key to beating the heat is degrading the materials in advance.
The post Heat-resistant nanophotonic material could help turn heat into electricity appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
A material science researcher’s drive to ice-, barnacle-, and kid-proof coatings
The post Excelling at repelling appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
The new approach moves energy efficiently and could reduce energy losses converting light into electricity.
The post Photosynthesis copycat may improve solar cells appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
Gay Breidinger’s fellowship gift to U-M will provide financial support to aspiring female scientists as well as materials science and engineering graduate students.
The post Sowing opportunity appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
The University of Michigan will lead a suite of projects involving multiple institutions to boost understanding of solid-state EV power cells.
The post $11M DOE center for next-gen battery technology appeared first on Michigan Engineering News.
Michigan Engineering | University of Michigan