New surfaces delay ice formation
Split personality: Water-attracting spots on water-repelling surfaces can prevent ice formation
08-Oct-2015 -
If you've ever waited on an airport runway for your plane to be de-iced, had to remove all your food so the freezer could defrost, or arrived late to work because you had to scrape the sheet of ice off your car windshield, you know that ice can cause major headaches.
"People intuitively know that ...
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