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July 6th, 2006

Nano-gear set to ride into the future

Abstract:
As part of the Melbourne Design Festival's Fabric of the Future showcase, RMIT University textile student Jaqui Valdman developed a concept to use luminescent nano polymers and integrate them into safety gear for cyclists.

Source:
theage.com.au

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