Graphene-like 2D material leverages quantum effects to achieve ultra-low friction
Magnetene could have useful applications as a lubricant in implantable devices or other micro-electro-mechanical systems
Tag: advanced manufacturing
Smart finger pads for robots among six U of T Engineering projects awarded with Connaught Innovation funding
Emerging technologies in areas such as human health and advanced manufacturing receive funding boost
Won’t crack under pressure: stress test reveals graphene can withstand more than one billion cycles before breaking
U of T Engineering researchers have discovered that the carbon-based material is highly resistant to mechanical fatigue
Skin-like sensors bring a human touch to wearable tech
Artificial “skin” sensor could be the future of wearable and stretchable electronics, with applications in wound-healing, gaming and more
U of T Engineering researchers, innovators to pitch ideas for Ontario’s growth at annual economic summit
Professors Goldie Nejat, Hani Naguib and alumnus Allen Lau will pitch their ideas at the Ontario Economic Summit
Soft robot programmed to move like an inchworm
U of T Engineering Professor Hani Naguib’s team takes inspiration from nature to design tiny flexible robots outfitted with smart materials