They may not exist outside laboratories, but self-healing polymers are fantastic. When they rip, they’re normally held under a UV ray for 30 minutes, and they repair themselves. But new research breakthroughs have cut that time down to a minute. More »
A new form of “shape memory polymers” have the ability to return to their previous form once damaged, thanks to embedded fibre optics that let them warm themselves back to health with light. More »
You’re still using paper? Pfft, how 20th century of you. We recommend only Spit Balls-branded spit balls, tiny polymer beads that grow up to 200 times (and grossly stick) in your mouth. $US4.95. [Scientifics via OhGizmo! via Nerd Approved]
