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Phys.org — Chemistry · October 28, 2026 · On the brief until November 11, 2026

Machine learning simulations reveal how plastic transforms into hard carbon

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Simulating bond breaking during polymer decomposition

Researchers used machine learning simulations to track how polyvinylidene chloride heats up and turns into hard carbon. The models revealed that five- and seven-membered rings introduce curvature, stopping flat graphite layers from developing. These findings help engineers connect precursor chemical choices directly to battery anode structures.

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Classes can examine how non-hexagonal ring defects prevent curved carbon networks from graphitizing under heat.

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