SMRTR Science & EngineeringNov 30, 2025Interesting Engineering

Researchers create programmable plastic that can self-destruct when triggered

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Rutgers researchers created programmable plastics that self-destruct when exposed to water, light, or chemicals by folding polymer molecules to reveal vulnerable bonds. This breakthrough enables materials with predetermined lifespans for packaging and manufacturing.

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