3D Atomic Imaging Helps Observe Metallic Glass Structure Written by AZoNanoApr 1 2021 Amorphous solids, which also include rubber, glass and plastics, are a class of matter. But despite their routine applications in people’s day-to-day lives, amorphous solids have traditionally presented a challenge to researchers. At left, an experimental 3D atomic model of a metallic glass nanoparticle, 8 nanometers in diameter. Right, the 3D atomic packing of a supercluster within the structure, with differently colored balls representing different types of atoms. Image Credit: University of California...