Knot (1 of 2) (IMAGE)

International School of Advanced Studies (SISSA)

Knot (1 of 2)

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This image shows a knot. The study simulated the self-assembly of differently shaped fragments interacting in a virtual solution, successively modifying specific parameters in the shape of the fragments. "This way we selected the most suitable shapes for assembling various types of knots" explains Micheletti.

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