Sentences with phrase «than the silk of»

Cho and fellow researchers discovered that molybdenum, a metallic element often used to strengthen and harden steel, creates a material that adjusts the thickness of the coating when combined with two atoms of sulfur, a coating thinner than the silk of a spiderweb.

Not exact matches

In addition to the aforementioned tanks of yeast, the tie is a good vehicle for casually referencing scientists» previous failed attempts at mass producing spider silk (a valuable material that is tougher than regular silk and can be machine washed.)

For example, what math was used to calculate the capability of dragline silk from an orb weaver spider that is lighter than cotton, yet ounce for ounce stronger than steel, tougher than kevlar (used in bullet - proof vests), that if the silk were 0.4 inch thick with strands 1.6 inches apart and enlarged the size of a football field, could stop a jumbo jet in flight, that is flying at an average speed of about 600 mph?

Here, more than in any testimony developed at the trial, was the mute evidence of the anguish caused by the rift in the church: «Green silk altar hangings given by Miss Winifred Walker in memory of her sister, Ruby Walker... Private communion service given by Mrs. Annie Rose Robertson Sprague in memory of her mother and her sisters... A dogwood planted on the front lawn in memory of Marie Gatling Payne...»

I believe raindrops, spiders flying on threads of silk, and the warmth of a sunbeam are more powerful than any army of angels or demons you can conjure.

Lisa: More than 95 % of what we carry is made in Europe or North America and is biodegradable - made entirely of wood, wool, organic cotton, or silk, or of base metals.

Interestingly, gram for gram silk fibers are actually stronger than steel, so with proper care a luxeport baby duvet can become a perfect heirloom, providing a lifetime of memories, comfort and enjoyment.

This 100 % silk wrap is shimmery and shiny, but even though it's made of a more delicate material, it's not any harder to wear than any of the other wraps listed here.

But painting a one - sided picture of breastfeeding as an ideal gold standard gift means many mothers think it's an unattainable ideal — on a par with never eating sugar or using silk diapers — rather than the biological norm, something that is simply meant to happen.

Textiles of Tencel are more absorbent than cotton, softer than silk and cooler than linen.

Wraparound slings come in a variety of fabrics, but natural fabrics such as cotton, linen, hemp, wool, and silk are more breathable and have a more appropriate texture than synthetics.

I'm still not convinced Westminster Village will suddenly be awash with «dove grey» silk or «midnight - blue» lace but it has to be better than the current crop of black trouser suits?

Their spider silk is more tear - resistant than nylon and four times more elastic than steel, is heat - stable up to 250 ° C, extremely waterproof and, on top of that, has antibacterial properties.

And all species make silk that's both strong (with tensile strength greater than steel) and lightweight, providing a natural library of potentially useful materials.

Its silk is the toughest of any spider, which is particularly remarkable as spider silks are tough anyway, and stronger than many artificial substances.

Spider silks are some of the toughest materials known to man — pound for pound, they're stronger than steel, and their webs can stand up to gusts of wind and catch hurtling insects without falling to pieces.

Kaplan, whose specialty is biopolymer engineering, has studied the unique properties and applications of silk for more than 20 years.

But the velvet spider genome, together with that of the orb weaver and the house spider, has exposed an unexpected variety of silk genes — «a lot more than we thought,» Coddington says.

But despite their name most of these creatures are small and live quietly in silk - lined burrows, trapping nothing more impressive than the occasional insect.

He saw an enormous amount: that small species lay fewer eggs than large ones; that some build webs and some hunt; that some spiders» eggs are parasitised; that spiders «shed a complete skin, not excepting even the jaws»; and that young spiderlings throw out a length of silk and use it to float off on the wind — although he saw this as a hunting technique, a madcap aerial pursuit of winged insects, rather than, as we do now, a means of dispersal.

These enviable features have made spider silk the frequent target of biomimetic efforts by scientists who hope to produce a synthetic version in large enough quantities for applications in industry, military technology (it's three times tougher than Kevlar), and medicine (as a super-strong, biodegradable suture material, for example).

Dr Xiubo Zhao, from The Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering at Sheffield states: «By using a natural enzyme like catalase and silk which are fully biodegradable, our devices are far more biocompatible than earlier swimming devices.»

To begin a web, a spider anchors a strand of dragline silk — three times stronger than the Kevlar in bulletproof vests — and waits for a breeze to blow it to a second attachment point.

Spider dragline silk was tested in a wet environment to show that moisture induces supercontraction in the threads for levels higher than 70 — 75 % of relative humidity, proving that when a thread is exposed to moisture, stresses quickly build up and tighten the thread [20].

Spider silk is already among the best spun polymer fibres when to comes to its tensile strength (actually higher than that of high grade steel) and strain, and especially toughness modulus.

When they have a crazy run of luck catching insects faster than they can eat them, the spiders wrap each catch in silk.

Since I've been trying to remix more pieces in my wardrobe rather than buying too many new pieces, I paired my new skirt with a simple t - shirt I already own (you could easily swap it out for a cotton or silk button down for more formal work environments), my classic J.Crew blazer and my favorite pair of D'orsay heels.

Besides being so much more comfortable than traditional jackets, silk robes strike the ideal balance of sexy and sophisticated.

My favorite part is the smooth feel of the fabric, unlike my other silk pieces (including the dress below, which is more textured than smooth).

It is characterized by a fair amount of body and crisp, yet is slightly softer than your average silk taffeta.

The material was a bit thinner than expected, but it is made of silk.

There is no more luxurious feeling than that of wearing a beautiful dress in pure silk.

By the time, of course, there happened many changes in designs & cuts, rather than old fashioned sarees there are many other designs and trends available in the market like in the old times, banarsi ones were preferable or tissue or else but this modern fashion has left no limits of fabrics from chiffon to net, silk to organza, cotton to georgette and some others.

Gwyneth is wearing a Ralph and Russo Couture uniquely crafted pale pink silk crepe outfit including a shoulder rosette of sensitive larger than average petals in gazar and organza as it was looking so gorgeous.

But some are being sold at a far greater mark - up, including a silk shirtdress which is on the US website at a special price of $ 99.99 (# 63) before tax, but in the London shop for more than three times as much at # 198.

The dress has suffered a little bit of damage, and was quite musty after being stored in a basement for so many years, but the good thing is that it is polyester taffeta, rather than a more fragile material like silk, and so the stains came out, and the smell is (mostly) gone after a good airing out.

I prefer the Serena and Lilly runner, and I think you should use one of the colorful prints from Pink Lion Dog because it's different than all the photography and is similar to a framed silk scarf.

A couple of years ago, I found in the after Christmas sale a high quality pure silk Christmas scarf for less than $ 20.

More than any other article of clothing, Obama's white silk chiffon inaugural gown will come to symbolize her years in the East Wing.

Another famous silk saree is the banarasi silk saree, which is also considered to be one of the heaviest sarees in silk weaves and costs higher in terms of price rather than compared to other silk sarees like Muga Silk sarees, Raw silk sarees, Bahaglpuri silk sarees that are a very festive and look gorgeous as modern silk weaves.

I agree that they are a bit harder to look after than a silk blend, but I much prefer the feel of real silk, so, for me, it's worth the effort xo

Its fibres are much thinner than even those of silk, and it makes cashmere fabulously soft.

For these skirts, cut small rectangles of sheer mauve silk chiffon that are slightly wider and longer than the skirt on the dancer.

The soft, non-abrasive material gives the result of very small fibers — smaller than a strand of silk — which give the sponge its unique, velvety texture.

The easiest way to wear a pleated skirt, (for most figures) is to go for a soft and flared shape, in a delicate fabric like chiffon or silk; This shape is also the most flattering for a pear shaped body, as the chiffon layers skim gently over the hips and bum, rather than clinging and by making the most of your waist and shoulders, you can create a nice hourglass silhouette by going shorter with your sweater or by slipping a belt over the top of a long knit.

Rather than a basic white cami, I went with a bit of a flirtier option, which is the silk cami.

Yes I'm noticing a trend, but it looks great rumpled and it's far easier to get coffee and lipstick out of than silk... so what's a girl to do?

Gwendoline Christie: While Gwendoline's 6» 3» height will always command attention, I was bored with her choice of menswear - inspired ensembles as she can do so much more with her statuesque form than this standard - issue silk blouse and black trousers uniform.

Garcelle Beauvais: The actress finally joined her co-stars of the movie, going for a grander look than Maggie wearing a Memeka by Gustavo Cadile white silk - satin strapless gown with blue embroidered flowers at the hem.

There is a lot more going on at the Nail Artisan of Manatee County salon than silk wraps and pedicures.