The Magic Of Physics: Identifying Atoms And Atomic Arrangement
Welcome to a new WiRe Science Communication Video, made by WiRe Fellow Dr. Yuchen Chen.
Imagine you’re watching the next generation of machines — metals that bend, twist, and then snap back as if they remember their original shape. In this video by WiRe Fellow Yuchen, we dive into the world of “transformers in real life”: the remarkable class of materials known as shape-memory alloys (SMAs) that seem to defy the usual limits of metal. We’ll explore how they work, why they’re revolutionising science and industry — from actuation in aerospace to smart devices on Earth — and what hurdles researchers still face!