When materials science and engineering (MSE) specialists study substances at the molecular level, they are better able to alter their mechanical properties. Using electron microscopy and other techniques, they have been able to visualize single atoms and tailor materials to meet market demands. However, demand is growing at a rate that outpaces traditional MSE development tools. To address this demand, engineers can combine machine learning and materials science technologies to investigate how to optimize mechanical properties. As computers get faster and storage gets larger, the ability to collect and assess big data sets increases.