A Canadian physicist has achieved a scientific breakthrough by developing a special two-dimensional nano-material made of tungsten semicarbide.
This material differs from most others in that it does not become thinner when stretched, but, on the contrary, it dries. This phenomenon is called a negative aspect ratio.
Researchers have discovered that when tungsten carbide is stretched, it can expand by 40% above its maximum, an amazing discovery in the field of materials science. Before this, no materials with similar properties were known.
To create this nano-material, scientists used the use of plasma and developed a special equipment that made it possible to obtain nano-sized sheets of tungsten semicarbide. These pages have great potential in several industries, reports Hi-Tech +.
In particular, they can be used to make cutting tools, weapons, wearable electronics and jewelry. In addition, the material can be used in strain gauges to measure the deformation of various industrial facilities, from aerospace engineering to water supply and sewage systems.
