Materials Deep Dive

What happens when you make clothes from fabric you cook in your kitchen? And what if you publish the process online? Brenda, also known as  ⁠@onemiddlechild⁠ , is a Seattle-based textile designer and material researcher. She has a Bachelor of Science in Biology and degree in fashion, and she mixes the two worlds by developing biopolymers from organic waste that mimic the synthetic vinyl, animal le...

Sustainability is a priority for some companies, a nuisance for others and a concern for most. And with all of the environmental regulations coming out, being sustainable can feel like an obligation to fill the ESG reports. But what if being more “sustainable” could make your company more sustainable? In this deep dive, I speak with Laura McDermott from Colectivo, a sustainability consultancy that...

What if the solution to plastic pollution was growing in the ocean all along? Eylül Er, founder of Palgae, is engineering algae-based bioplastics that can slot directly into existing manufacturing lines. No factory overhaul required. Eylül is a Turkish bioengineer who started Palgae after her thesis in bioengineering, and has since navigated the startup ecosystems of both Istanbul and London while...

Materials Deep Dive is evolving. The truth is that I'm graduating, and taking the podcast to the next level with me. Materials Deep Dive is shifting from two-host educational episodes to in-depth video interviews with CEOs and innovators in sustainable materials, green manufacturing, and materials engineering. If you've been following along, here's what's changing and why. Follow t...

Today we have another interview!  Plastic waste is one of society's biggest problems, so Luenne Coelho decided to make furniture out of it. As founder of Reefaire, she's turning discarded plastic cups into high-performance composite panels for architecture and design. Together we talk about the importance of loving a problem, the need to do the work if we want to see change and why selling...

How do electromagnetic waves behave when they travel through different materials? In this episode we explore the refractive index, critical angle, and Brewster angle, derive the Fresnel equations, and explain the Poynting vector for wave energy. We also cover wave attenuation in conductors, skin depth, and how frequency affects material behaviour. Perfect for students in electromagnetism, optics,...

What happens inside a capacitor at the material level? This episode dives into the physics of dielectric materials, how polarisation affects capacitance, and the role of Ohm's Law in understanding electrical conduction. Ideal for engineering students studying electromagnetism or materials science. Topics: capacitors | dielectric materials | polarisation | Ohm's Law | electrical conductivit...

We make incredible composite materials, but what happens when we're done with them? This episode explores the main recycling methods for composites: mechanical, thermal, and chemical recycling. We compare their efficiency, limitations, and suitability for fibre-reinforced and ceramic composites. A must-listen for engineers working on circular economy solutions. Topics: composite recycling | me...

This last type of composite is the black sheep of the family. Laminar composites are much different from the ones we’ve been talking about. Have you ever seen a composites without matrix? Let’s deep dive to know more about laminated materials and how to produce them. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This audio is AI gen...

Particle-reinforced polymer composites are everywhere, from your car dashboard to cutting boards. This episode covers how they're made, what particles are used, and why adding a filler phase can dramatically change mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties. Topics: particle-reinforced composites | polymer matrix composites | filler materials | composite production | materials engineering....

Fibre-reinforced polymer composites are behind everything from wind turbine blades to sporting equipment. This episode covers the two main production routes: open mould (hand lay-up, spray-up) and closed mould (RTM, vacuum infusion), plus the properties and applications of glass, carbon, and aramid fibre composites. Topics: fibre-reinforced polymers | FRP | open mould processing | closed mould | r...

After ceramic composites we’re moving on to metals. Today, we’ll cover composites of metallic matrix and particles as reinforcements. The powder technologies are already familiar if you’ve been listening to the last few episodes, but we bet squeeze casting infiltration and spray co-deposition are new concepts. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind...

Last episode we talked about particle reinforced ceramic composites, but what about if we want create metallic composites? Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This audio is AI generated from personal notes

What can we do with powder technologies? Composits of ceramic matrix and particle reinforcement for example. But powder technology isn’t the only way. Join us to see all the advantages and disadvantages of processes like chemical vapour infiltration and liquid phase infiltration. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This au...

Today we’ll go over Fiber-Reinforced Ceramic Matrix Composites (FRCMCs). We’ll see their toughening mechanisms, such as crack bridging and fiber pullout; production methods, like powder technology, infiltration techniques and additive manufacturing; the properties of different matrix and fiber materials; and the recycling challenges. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdee...

Today we’ll deep dive into pulverotechnology. We’ll talk about Powder Production, Properties, and Sintering. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This audio is AI generated from personal notes

What is a hybrid nanomaterial? A mixture between a werewolf and a vampire at the nanoscale? Actually it’s not too far from that. Listen to this deep dive to find out. Don’t forget to share the podcast with anyone that might be interested in materials science and materials engineering and subscribe so you don’t miss any new episode. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepd...

Of course that in the world on anomaterials we can also have nanocomposites! We can add everything our immagination desires, but some of the most exciting solutions include silica nanoparticles and carbon nanotubes. Do you want to deep dive with us? Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This audio is AI generated from person...

Last episode on wear. Now that we have studied everything behing wear, what are our options for preventing it? Don’t forget to share the podcast and leave a 5 ⭐️ review if you like the episode. It will help us a lot to keep the podcast going. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This audio is AI generated from personal not...

Unlike people, not all wear is created equal. Let’s dive deep into the 4 types of wear? Don’t forget to share the podcast and leave a 5 ⭐️ star review if you like the episode. It will help us a lot to keep the podcast going. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind the scenes. Disclaimer: This audio is AI generated from personal notes

Do you know what is behind QLED TVs? Today we’re taking a deep dive into semiconductor nanoparticles and the mechanisms that make particles like quantum dots so promissing. Don’t forget to share the podcast and leave a 5 ⭐️ star review if you like the episode. It will help us a lot to keep the podcast going. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @materialsdeepdive to see the behind t...

Today we’re taking a deep dive into metal nanoparticles. More specifically their optical properties. Keep listening to learn about plasmons and how they allow metal nanoparticles to be used in so many applications. Don’t forget to share the podcast and leave a 5 ⭐️ star review if you like the episode. It will help us a lot to keep the podcast going. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTo...

Everyone has heard of graphene before, the super thin carbon layer that graphite is made of. But what can it actually do? What makes it so important that it can cost up to 700k€ per gram when it’s rolled in a tube? Listen to the episode to discover more. Don’t forget to share the podcast and leave a 5 ⭐️ star review if you like the episode. It will help us a lot to keep the podcast going. Follow...

We’ve all heard about carbon fibers, graphene and maybe even about fulerene. But did you know that carbon atoms can be arragend in many more nanostructures? Listen to this deep dive to learn more about how these nanomaterials are changing the world. Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you don’t miss any episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a 5⭐️ review and share it so your friends thi...

Why do we need to put oil on our cars? Or on the door hinges? Today we'll take a look at lubricants and the mechanism behind how they work. Don’t forget to follow the podcast so you don’t miss any episode. If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a 5⭐️ review and share it so your friends think you’re super smart with out of the box interests. Follow the podcast on ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ and ⁠⁠TikTok⁠⁠ @mater...