New findings on shear thickening fluids (STFs) at Raman Research Institute (RRI) are touted to have implications for applications ranging from the automobile industry to space technology.
According to a release, a class of dense particulate suspensions, known as STFs, transform under stress from a liquid-like state to a solid-like shear jammed (SJ) state. This has led to their use in the design of smart shock absorbers and liquid-based flexible body-armours.
“STFs have gained attention for their potential use in the material design and development of smart or self-adjusting shock absorbers with flexible mechanical impact-resistant systems in the automobile industry, stabilising lithium-ion batteries, space technology, and the development of protective fabrics by improving the resistance of textile materials against ballistic impact and penetration,” the release added. ‘
