New technology offer more structural strength and stability than nuts or bolts

In a collaboration between Texas A&M University and Sandia National Laboratories, researchers have made significant advancements in a groundbreaking joining technology called interlocking metasurfaces (ILMs). This innovative approach is designed to enhance the strength and stability of structures, outperforming traditional methods such as bolts and adhesives, by harnessing the power of shape memory alloys (SMAs). With the potential to revolutionize mechanical joint design in aerospace, robotics, and biomedical device manufacturing, ILMs represent a compelling leap forward in engineering and innovation.