Mechanoluminescence induced by twisting, rubbing and contact separation (VIDEO)

Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) Graduate University

Caption

Beautiful lights are emitted by peeling, twisting, rubbing and flicking the amorphous copper complex films. These materials hold potential in industrial engineering and safety applications.

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Ayumu Karimata/OIST

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