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Solar-heated nanowires de-ice surfaces with almost 100% efficiency

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Ice build-up can pose a problem for roads, aircraft, wind turbines and power lines, among many other things. Now scientists at Dalian University of Technology have developed a new structure made of copper nanowires that can passively de-ice surfaces wi… Continue reading Solar-heated nanowires de-ice surfaces with almost 100% efficiency→

New squid-inspired artificial skin endures extreme cold, kills microbes

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The squid’s ability to change its skin color in response to complex environmental information has fascinated scientists for decades. Now, Chinese researchers have taken inspiration from squids to create a new artificial skin that can not only withstand… Continue reading New squid-inspired artificial skin endures extreme cold, kills microbes→