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Margy Robinson

How Do Skis Ski, and How Do Nanomaterials Make Skiing More Fun?

Posted on February 21, 2017

by Margy Robinson edited by Alicia McGeachy ‘Tis the season for snowy weather here in the Upper Midwest! There are many ways to enjoy snow, but ever since my parents strapped a pair on my …

Posted in Sustainable NanoTagged Alicia McGeachy, biomimicry, fluorocarbons, hydrocarbons, Margy Robinson, nanotechnology, polyethylene, skiing, skis, superhydrophobic

Nanomaterials in bicycles???? Part 2

Posted on February 18, 2016

by Margy Robinson edited by Joe Buchman In Tuesday’s post, I told you about the impressive properties of carbon nanotubes (CNTs) and how they can increase strength and reduce weight in bicycle frames compared to …

Posted in Sustainable NanoTagged bicycles, carbon nanotubes, graphene, graphite, Joe Buchman, Margy Robinson, nanotechnology1 Comment

Nanomaterials in bicycles???? Part 1

Posted on February 16, 2016

by Margy Robinson edited by Joe Buchman I like bicycles. As a kid, bikes were part of carefree, blue-skied summer days endlessly circling the neighborhood cul-de-sac with friends until the street lamps turned on and …

Posted in Sustainable NanoTagged bicycles, carbon nanotubes, CNT, Joe Buchman, Margy Robinson, Nanocomposites4 Comments

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