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By "bendable" I mean "you can run it through a pulley and it retains tension", and by "strong" I refer to tensile yield strength.
Thanks in advance.
Thanks in advance.
russ_watters said:Carbon nano-tubes I suppose - could you provide some context, though?
russ_watters said:The question seems odd - a crossbow isn't that demanding of an application, so you really don't need anything close to the strongest.
The strongest known bendable material is graphene, a 2D carbon material that is 200 times stronger than steel and can be bent and stretched without breaking.
Graphene's strength and bendability come from its unique atomic structure, which consists of a single layer of carbon atoms arranged in a hexagonal lattice. This structure allows for the material to be both strong and flexible.
Graphene's strength comes from its carbon-carbon bonds, which are one of the strongest bonds in nature. Additionally, its 2D structure allows for more efficient load distribution, making it stronger than other materials.
Scientists are constantly researching and developing new materials that have similar properties to graphene. Some promising candidates include carbon nanotubes, boron nitride, and molybdenum disulfide. However, graphene remains the strongest known bendable material.
Graphene's unique properties make it a highly desirable material for a wide range of applications, including electronics, energy storage, and medical devices. It has the potential to revolutionize industries and improve various technologies due to its strength and flexibility.