How Does Nanotechnology Enhance Anti-Icing Coatings?
Nanotechnology enhances anti-icing coatings by manipulating materials at the nanoscale to achieve properties that are not possible with conventional materials. For example, the use of nanoparticles can create superhydrophobic surfaces that repel water, thereby preventing ice formation. Additionally, nanotechnology allows for the incorporation of nanostructures that can disrupt ice nucleation and growth.