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Exploring the Strength of LEGO Bricks: A Lesson in Material Durability

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LEGO bricks have long been celebrated for their durability, modularity, and vibrant design. Beyond their role in childhood play, these tiny yet mighty blocks offer intriguing insights into material science. In a recent experiment by ...

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e-Paper Technology Introduces Colour-Changing Surfaces to Design

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E Ink, in collaboration with Cream Guitars, has unveiled a new application of its Prism 3 ePaper technology with the launch of the world’s first colour-changing electric guitar. This innovative technology combines dynamic colour-changing capabilities ...

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Lightweight Laptop Stand Made from Recycled Paper

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Seoul-based industrial design firm Grape Lab has introduced the g.stand, a laptop stand crafted from a single sheet of recycled paper. Weighing only 45g (1.5oz), this ultra-light yet sturdy structure is designed to support even ...

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How Mud Could Revolutionise Building Materials and Lower Costs

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Concrete construction typically relies on temporary wooden moulds, known as formworks, into which concrete is poured. These moulds are costly, labour-intensive to produce, and often discarded after use. Researchers at MIT have devised an innovative ...

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Bioplastic Lighting for Modern Spaces: The Hedron Pendant’s Sustainable Approach

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Mickus Projects has developed the Hedron Pendant, a 3D printed bioplastic chandelier designed with sustainability and modern aesthetics in mind. The pendant’s production and material composition prioritize circularity, offering a renewable alternative to conventional lighting ...

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Interface Unveils First CO2-Negative Rubber Flooring Prototype

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Interface, a company specialising in sustainable flooring solutions, has introduced what it claims to be the world’s first CO2-negative rubber flooring prototype. Developed with circular design principles, this innovation aims to address the environmental impact ...

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