Without “ears,” how do spiders “listen” and hunt for prey?
According to a new study, spider webs serve a significant function in capturing prey, but they can also be utilized as a useful "listening" device for these insects. Spiders do ...
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China creates super-durable fiber 6 times stronger than Kevlar
Chinese scientists have successfully synthesized the first complete spider silk from genetically modified silkworms, which is stronger than "most natural and synthetic fibers" such as Kevlar. In a study published ...
China creates ultra-durable fibers from natural silk
Researchers from Tianjin University have successfully developed a type of silk from natural silkworm fibers that is 70% stronger than spider silk.Spiders produce the strongest fibers in nature, but they ...
Spider silk and its applications in science and life
To date, spider silk remains a subject of curiosity for scientists who are exploring its various benefits in everyday life.The fascinating and intertwined facts about spider silk are gradually being ...
Successful Research on Biomaterials More Durable than Spider Silk
Scientists have successfully simulated the tooth formation process of sea stars and applied this knowledge to create durable materials comparable to carbon fibers that are also biodegradable.Biomaterial inspired by sea ...
Spider silk protein may improve cancer resistance
Swedish scientists have discovered a way to use spider silk protein to enhance p53, a type of protein that fights cancer in humans.Flexible yet strong, spider silk is one of ...
