Scientific application
New technique helps recycle wood into stronger material than steel
A team at the University of British Columbia has developed a new technique that turns waste wood into a material that is five times stronger than natural wood.
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Scientific application
Ultra-light foam keeps indoor temperature 10 degrees cooler
The new type of foam made from nanofibers in wood promises to help reduce indoor temperatures sharply, while saving electricity consumed by cooling devices.
Science story
Why does wood catch fire and metal doesn't?
When lighting a fire, the sticks underneath ignite while the pot of water - made of metal with strong chemical bonds - remains unaffected.
Science invention
Invented a wooden knife that is sharper than steel
Scientists at the University of Maryland (USA) invented a wooden knife and claimed it was sharper than steel. However, many people remain skeptical.
Oceanography
Why are deep-sea animals often huge in size?
Many large deep-sea animals outnumber their relatives elsewhere, perhaps for environmental reasons or for survival purposes.
Science Events
4 'stars' Kim, Wood, Fire, Earth are aligned in the sky
Entering April, Earth will have the opportunity to witness a beautiful scene in the sky, when 4 of the 5 brightest planets in the solar system appear to align in the ear…
History
Why did Vo Tac Thien hold wood in his mouth when he died?
Instead of using jade like kings and members of the royal family, Vo Tac Thien held a piece of wood in his mouth when he died. This makes many people curious about the r…
Biology
Stag Beetle - The most expensive rare beetle in the world
Stag Beetle - The most expensive rare beetle in the world
Science story
Discover a special kitchen that is both cheap and 'clean'
From the frigid mountain ranges of Europe to the humid forests of Central Asia or the arid regions of Africa, millions of people are cooking with special stoves.
New technology
Plant-based solid matter: Can replace plastic, can be used in 3D printing or molding
The strongest part of a plant is not the root or the root, but the wall of microscopic cells. This is a new material that can pave the way for a future that no longer re…
Scientific application
Successfully developed a composite material from super durable wood
Chinese scientists have developed a new type of composite material that is a thousand times more resistant to fire, mold and mildew.
1001 mystery
Who in the world can compete with 'terrible players' Hoa Than: A house pillar costs nearly 9,500 billion VND!
1 house pillar has a price
Discover science
Clearly revealed photos of the iceberg that caused the Titanic sinking disaster
The black-and-white photo of the iceberg was taken by an captain of a transatlantic passenger ship accidentally happened to be taken two days before the Titanic disaster…
Environment
Why did cyclone swept away a wood workshop in Vinh Phuc in 5 minutes?
The expert explained that the weather changed quickly and quickly on the high temperature causing thunderstorms in Vinh Phuc and said that the wind in this tornado was t…
Archeology
Wood wells discovered nearly 7,300 years old
The old oak well may be the oldest known wooden structure in the world.