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Cool new technology - Instant de-icing

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Main Forum' started by Begreen, Apr 16, 2006.

  1. Begreen

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    #1 Begreen, Apr 16, 2006
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    If this pans out it is a remarkable invention. I like the way a single principle can be used to either increase or decrease the adhesion of the ice. I hope it works and can be scaled into commercial items.
     
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    <div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(jbarnhart @ Apr 16 2006, 01:36 PM) [snapback]240567[/snapback]</div>
    Yes, it would be great for car windows, planes, power lines, etc. The energy saving for refrigeration defrosting could be significant. I love the way a simple question "why does ice stick so well?" has such a profound answer and science behind it.
     
    #3 Begreen, Apr 16, 2006
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    Pretty cool and so simple.

    If he hadn't beat me to it, I would have thought of that eventually!
     
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