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Advancements in Sapphire Technology Inspired by Nature
Researchers have made significant strides in enhancing one of the hardest gemstones in existence. Inspired by nature, they have transformed sapphire into a super material capable of advancing technological applications, particularly in space.
Sapphire is renowned not only for its beauty in jewelry but also for its remarkable hardness, making it one of the toughest materials known, second only to diamonds. Its scratch-resistant properties have led to its indispensable use in advanced technologies, including camera lenses, highly durable displays, and military sensors.