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 A mix of polymer acid and polyaniline produces a cheap, flexible,
and easily manufactured material that researchers say offers
conductivity. Called "doped" plastic,
it features color-changing qualities that correlate to the level of
conductivity. While the material is expected to revolutionize
electrical wiring eventually, it will be another five to 10 years
before "doped" plastic puts copper thieves out of business.
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