New molecule gives polymers expansion and contraction values similar to metals

https://phys.org/news/2023-08-molecule-polymers-expansion-values-similar.html

"molecule modified easily incorporated into polymer to change properties (such as less mass)... contacts/ changes shape when heated... incorporated into different parts of a polymer at different percentages in 3D printing... reduce weight eliminating heavy fillers... with polymers, the cheaper the better for wide scale adoption... plastic phone cases, defense including missiles and aerospace, protective coatings, communications, solar panels, automotive, printed circuit boards, flooring, adhesives"

Related: Researchers produce polymers from ballbot-type carbenes for the first time

https://phys.org/news/2023-08-polymers-ballbot-type-carbenes.html