Condensed matter theory
Strange kinks
A new non-linear mechanical metamaterial can sustain topological solitons, robust solitary waves that could have exciting applications.
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A new non-linear mechanical metamaterial can sustain topological solitons, robust solitary waves that could have exciting applications.