Innovative Engineering Enables Self-Propelled Ice Discs
TL;DR
Researchers have developed a surface pattern that allows ice disks to move autonomously by directing meltwater flow, which could inspire new energy generation methods and rapid defrosting techniques.
Topics:sciencescience-and-technology#energy-harvesting#herringbone-pattern#ice-movement#melting-ice#science-and-technology#self-propulsion
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