Researchers have made quite a striking advancement and have managed to create a microwave-proof material that can not only block microwaves but can also block infrared and light. Additionally, this ...

As tech geeks, we may not be the best choice to talk about cutting-edge fashion. We do know a bit about cool materials science, however — which is why we were excited to hear that Denmark-based ECCO ...

To help buck the trend of traditional energy-sucking mechanical air conditioners, a group of researchers at the University of Colorado developed a metamaterial film designed to efficiently radiate ...

Entangled image still from a 3D animation of a volume scan of a 900 μm thick structure, consisting of three layers of alumina ceramics. (Courtesy: Aron Vanselow and Sven Ramelow, Humboldt-Universität ...

A group of researchers from KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has developed Optically Transparent Wood (TW), a new material that could greatly impact the way we develop our architectural ...

The subtleties in these computer-generated images of translucent materials are important. Texture, color, contrast, and sharpness combine to create a realistic image. Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert!

Translucent plastics offer numerous new options for personalized light effects, according to resin supplier LyondellBasell. Automotive OEMs, especially in the electrical vehicle (EV) space, are ...

As measuring translucent materials has endless applications, focus is given to the generic principle of transmission measurement. Measurements of foils, thin film, glass and even liquids in cuvettes ...

When designing a space, architects across the board tout the importance, and even necessity, of incorporating natural light into interiors. This means taking measures to control the quantity of light ...