Scalable and longer-lasting bulk metals for public health and infrastructure

Heterostructured metals combine soft and hard regions to generate internal mechanical interactions that improve strength and ductility. This talk explains how these architectures outperform conventional alloys and examines ReMade@ARI results on cryogenic deformation. Cascading crystal-defect mechanisms maintain work hardening as deformation proceeds. The same architectures can give bulk metals antimicrobial activity while retaining durability, connecting mechanical performance with public-health functionality. The research considers scalable multifunctional materials for medical devices, water infrastructure, energy systems and cryogenic transport.