Columbia Engineering researchers have discovered that fibers produced by the caterpillars of a wild silk moth, the Madagascar comet moth (Argema mittrei), are far superior in terms of brilliance ...

In exploring the optical properties of the Madagascar comet moth's cocoon fibers, Columbia Engineering team discovers the fibers' exceptional capabilities to reflect sunlight and to transmit ...

With a wingspan of nearly 8 inches, the comet moth (Argema mittrei) ... It's named after the Galium family of plants, which it feeds on as a caterpillar. Sphinx moths, ...

Unusual cocoons. The Madagascan moon moth (Argema mittrei) begins life as a caterpillar, hatching from one of 100 to 150 eggs, although many of its siblings will not make it to adulthood.The ...

Age is just a number, or is it? A new study by UTEP researchers shows that adult moths are more vulnerable to attack than ...

Posted: May 17, 2018: Researchers mimic comet moth's silk fibers to make 'air-conditioned' fabric (Nanowerk News) Fabrics made from silkworm fibers have long been treasured for their beautiful luster ...

Columbia Engineering researchers have discovered that fibres produced by the caterpillars of a wild silk moth, the Madagascar comet moth (Argema mittrei), are far superior in terms of brilliance ...