Ferrofluid is a really interesting material. As the name suggests it is a runny fluid....until it is
subjected to a magnet. Ferrofluid reacts to magnetic fields, often changing into seemingly
impossible shapes as it tries to maintain the shape of the magnetic field.
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Polymorph is a fascinating new type of material. It is perfect for hobbyists whether
you are model making or prototyping. At room temperature it just as strong as a normal
plastic but at 62 degrees C becomes soft and mouldable.
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