Smart Materials and Nano Materials Flashcards
1
Q
What are smart materials?
A
Materials with properties that change depending on the conditions
2
Q
What is a nano material?
A
From nanoscience which is the study of small things
3
Q
Give an example of a smart material
A
Nitinol (a shape memory alloy)
4
Q
Give an example of a nano material
A
Bucky balls/ fullerences
5
Q
What are smart materials used in?
A
dental braces, glasses frames
6
Q
Give the features of nano materials.
A
Very strong
Huge surface area to volume ratio
Lubricant
Conducts electricity
7
Q
Where are nano materials used?
A
Stronger, lighter building materials
Artificial joints or gears
Sports equipment
