Stretching spider silk aligns its protein chains and boosts hydrogen bonds, making the fibers stronger, tougher, and more elastic. This could lead to the development of stronger, biodegradable materials for applications like sutures and body armor
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Northwestern Engineering
Stretching Spider Silk Makes It Stronger
A new study from Professor Sinan Keten found that the amount of stretching determines the fibers’ properties.