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Nanomaterials: Short polymers, Big Impact

ORNL scientists discovered a cost-effective way to significantly improve the mechanical performance of common polymer nanocomposite materials.

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By: Anthony Locicero

Copy editor, New York Post

Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists have discovered a cost-effective way to significantly improve the mechanical performance of common polymer nanocomposite materials. The discovery could lead to stronger, more durable materials for applications ranging from biomedical devices to automobile tires.   Glassy polymer nanocomposites, or PNCs, are sought-after materials with hard filler nanoparticles dispersed throughout their soft polymer matrices. While studying why PNCs demonstrate certai...

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