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Geometry Matters in Friction

06.11.2017

Theoretical Physics, Materials Science

A new theory explains why and how asymmetry in the bulk geometry of sliding bodies can weaken the friction between them

Earthquake damage: occurs when ruptures propagate at the speed of sound

The Science of the Slow Slip

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Space & Physics, Environment, Materials Science

What distinguishes slow, silent earthquakes from the big shaking kind?

Illustration of the earth as a bowling ball

01.05.2004

Environment, Energy

The Earth moves under our feet all the time. More than 200 million years ago our planet had only one supercontinent, Pangaea...

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