Why scientists are making transparent wood / The results are amazing, that a piece of wood can be as strong as glass - eviltoast

Why scientists are making transparent wood / The results are amazing, that a piece of wood can be as strong as glass::The material is being exploited for smartphone screens, insulated windows, and more.

  • qooqie@lemmy.world
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    11 months ago

    Also wouldn’t resin filled wood framework have a higher environmental impact compared to glass? I’m not entirely sure either way

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      11 months ago

      They note towards the bottom they’ve also developed a sustainable resin in place of PVA.