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5 Articles in Photonics and Optical Systems
The Role of Low-Emissivity Glass in Shaping Sustainable and Smart Buildings
Low-emissivity glass, also known as Low-E glass, is a type of energy-efficient glass that helps reduce energy bills and consumption. Low-emissivity glass features a superior microscopic coating that reduces thermal transfer and retains heat in the room. In the summer, it helps keep the heat away, whereas in the winter, it retains warmth in the room.
The Role of Low-Emissivity Glass in Shaping Sustainable and Smart Buildings
Low-emissivity glass, also known as Low-E glass, is a type of energy-efficient glass that helps reduce energy bills and consumption. Low-emissivity glass features a superior microscopic coating that reduces thermal transfer and retains heat in the room. In the summer, it helps keep the heat away, whereas in the winter, it retains warmth in the room.
4D Imaging Radar: A New Dimension in Real-Time Environmental Awareness
The 4D imaging radar is an advanced sensing technology that captures distance, direction, speed and helps determine the height or elevation of an object. These features enable the creation of a real-time and detailed roadmap for accurately detecting objects, even in harsh weather conditions such as fog, snow and rain.
Photocatalytic Coatings: A New Era of Sustainable Surface Technology
Photocatalytic coatings are advanced surface treatments powered by light-activated materials like titanium dioxide, which generate reactive radicals that can break down harmful microbes and pollutants, helping surfaces stay cleaner for longer. Titanium dioxide (TiO₂) is an effective and widely used photocatalyst activated by light to produce reactive radicals, and it can be used to treat air and water.
Textile-Integrated Photovoltaics
Textile-integrated photovoltaics (PVs) are flexible solar cells that are directly combined with textiles, creating fabrics that can produce renewable energy from sunlight. These panels are wearable, flexible and lightweight in contrast to the rigid ones we are used to. These solar textiles can be used for anything from powering wearable electronics to large-scale architectural installations like building shades.
