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New Flexible Shielding Material Could Transform Spacecraft Design
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- Bedtime Astronomy
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- May 18, 2026
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- 1494
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Summary
Researchers at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology have created a composite film thinner than a human hair that blocks both electromagnetic waves and neutron radiation. Built from carbon and boron nitride nanotubes in a polymer matrix, the material remains elastic across extreme temperatures and can be shaped via 3D printing. By reducing weight and structural complexity, it offers a scalable solution for aerospace, medical, and nuclear applications—pointing toward flexible shielding for next-generation spacecraft and wearable protection. Thank you for listening to Bedtime Astronomy — your guide to the cosmos. New episodes on space exploration, NASA missions & the latest astronomy breakthroughs. This episode includes AI-generated content.