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Jul 3, 2023

Next-generation protein-based materials capture and preserve projectiles from supersonic impacts

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An engineered version of the mechanosensitive protein talin was used as a monomer in combination with a synthetic chemical crosslinker to form a hydrogel. This shock-absorbing material is shown to capture and preserve projectiles fired at 1.5 km s−1.

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