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Stronger Metal That Bends Without Breaking | Science News

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Scientists have cracked the code on making ultra-strong, ultra-flexible metal—turning brittle cobalt-aluminum intermetallics into bendable, high-performance material by engineering microscopic “hinges” that let it deform without snapping. This breakthrough from Purdue University could revolutionize jet engines, turbines, and defense tech, offering strength up to ten times that of steel with the ductility to handle extreme stress. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/62fd4b9ee410a09a

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