(Nanowerk News) Experts at the University of Bristol have discovered that the scales on moth wings act as excellent sound absorbers even when placed on an artificial surface. The researchers, which

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Man-made impact-resistant materials with exceptional mechanical performance are being widely used for military and civilian applications such as bullet-proof jackets, vehicle safe

While it had been assumed that unstable gliding was the key to agility in bird flight, a collaboration between aerospace engineers at the University of Michigan and biologists at the University of Bri

(Nanowerk News) In the future, you may have a squid to thank for your coffee staying hot on a cold day. Drawing inspiration from cephalopod skin, engineers at the University of California, Irvine inve

(Nanowerk News) Masks that protect against SARS-CoV-2 virus can feel like a nuisance, especially while exercising. A new 3D-printable mask design, inspired by animal noses, promises easy breathing fo