Scientists use rice's hidden weakness to create self-changing material
Researchers have discovered that rice grains exhibit a unique 'rate softening' property when compressed, becoming weaker under rapid pressure. This discovery is being used to develop new smart materials for soft robotics and protective gear.
Why it matters
This biomimetic discovery could lead to the creation of adaptive materials that respond to physical forces without the need for complex electronics.
Scientists found an unusual weakness in rice and used it to create a smart material that changes on its own | - The Times of India
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