Advanced Materials

5 words in this vocabulary list

noun a type of lens that uses nanotechnology to focus light in ways not possible with traditional lenses

  • The metalens is a type of flat lens that uses nanostructures to focus light.
  • Have you heard about the new metalens technology? It's supposed to improve camera quality.
  • The metalens is like a super lens that can make your photos look amazing.
  • Think of the metalens as a magnifying glass for light, making everything clearer and sharper.

noun a material consisting of extremely thin fibers made of carbon atoms, used in various applications for its strength and lightweight properties

  • The aerospace industry often uses carbon fibre composites for their lightweight and strong properties.
  • My new bike frame is made of carbon fibre, so it's really light and fast.
  • Dude, that carbon fibre hood on your car looks sick!
  • Her words were like carbon fibre, strong and unyielding in their impact.

noun a type of synthetic resin used in the manufacture of plastics

  • Acrinyl is a type of polymer used in certain industrial applications.
  • I heard they're using acrinyl in the new construction project.
  • I don't mess with that acrinyl stuff, it's too toxic.
  • Her emotions were like a tangled web of acrinyl, impossible to unravel.

noun aerogel

  • Aerogel is a highly porous material with low density and thermal conductivity.
  • Have you heard about aerogel? It's this super lightweight material that's really good at insulating.
  • Aerogel is like the superhero of materials - light as a feather but strong as steel!
  • Her mind felt as light and insubstantial as aerogel, floating through abstract thoughts effortlessly.

noun aerogels

  • Aerogels are highly porous materials with low density and excellent thermal insulating properties.
  • I heard aerogels are super light and great at keeping things warm.
  • Check out these aerogels - they're like magic sponges for heat!
  • Her mind felt like aerogels, absorbing every detail of the lecture effortlessly.