A bioinspired and scalable near-ideal broadband coating for radiative thermoregulation
Xihao Song, Yongfeng Gao, Peng Zhang
Abstract
A dual-layer radiative coating with near-ideal broadband emission is fabricated and demonstrated to exhibit remarkable cooling capability, a notable advantage for thermoregulation above ambient temperature, as well as potential for functionalization.
Topics & Concepts
BroadbandThermoregulationRadiative transferCoatingRadiative coolingIdeal (ethics)Materials scienceRadiant heatThermal management of electronic devices and systemsSurface modificationLayer (electronics)OptoelectronicsNanotechnologyOpticsPhysicsComposite materialEngineeringEcologyChemical engineeringMechanical engineeringMeteorologyBiologyPhilosophyEpistemologyThermal Radiation and Cooling TechnologiesUrban Heat Island MitigationBuilding Energy and Comfort Optimization