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Feb 09, 2016 12:24 PM EST

Body Temperature Alone Triggers a Shape-Changing Polymer to Transform

A new polymer can visibly change shape with your body temperature.

Oct 02, 2015 12:14 PM EDT

Self-Healing Polymer Can Patch Itself Up Without Need for External Sources

Researchers may have created a material that can actually heal itself. Scientists have developed a flexible polymeric material that's capable of self-repairing.

Sep 22, 2015 08:21 AM EDT

4D Printing Technology May Create Self-Folding Objects

Imagine 4D technology that allows you to create complex, self-folding structures. Scientists have used components made from smart shape-memory materials with slightly different responses to heat to demonstrate that this printing technology is possible.