For decades, the origins of “soft spots” in amorphous materials like glass remained a mystery. A new study shows that hierarchical atomic structures, uncovered through mathematical topology, are responsible for their mechanical behavior.
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2025-09-25
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MINAMITANI Emi
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SANKEN (The Institute of Scientific and Industrial Research)
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