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Before you think about any other outdoor kit, you need a good backpack. How else are you meant to carry the rest of what you need? And, what's more, how else are you meant to keep all your stuff dry?

Researchers working with nanotech have created what may be a super-waterproof material that causes the liquid to slide right off the surface with very little friction. Further, additional research ...

When we need to choose a material for a particular job, we conduct experiments to find out which material will have the best properties. If we are testing different materials to find out which would ...

If you’re anything like me, you’re out on the trails, rain or shine. Some days, I even prefer hiking in the rain because it means more solitude. Regardless, even fair-weather hikers should carry a ...

A new coating solution discovered by researchers at Simon Fraser University can transform regular materials into waterproof surfaces. The product will be cheaper to produce, free of harmful ...

Firstly, it can help materials meet specific regulatory standards and requirements. For instance, materials used in biomedical devices must be biocompatible and safe in the body. Determine mechanical ...