Radiative cooling and indoor light management enabled by a transparent and self-cleaning polymer-based metamaterial (www.nature.com)
from tedu to tech on 03 Jun 2024 01:27
https://azorius.net/g/tech/p/4JjjD4Dy46hMF23KW6-Radiative-cooling-and-indoor-light-management-en

Transparent roofs and walls offer a compelling solution for harnessing natural light. However, traditional glass roofs and walls face challenges such as glare, privacy concerns, and overheating issues. In this study, we present a polymer-based micro-photonic multi-functional metamaterial. The metamaterial diffuses 73% of incident sunlight, creating a more comfortable and private indoor environment. The visible spectral transmittance of the metamaterial (95%) surpasses that of traditional glass (91%).

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