Water droplets slide over hot surfaces and move quickly on a thin cushion of steam. This phenomenon is known as the Leidenfrost effect, and it is something engineers often seek to avoid as it makes water-based cooling systems less efficient.
New Surface Design
Researchers in Hong Kong have introduced a newly designed surface aimed at preventing the rebound and movement of the Leidenfrost effect.
Full Research Paper
You can read the full research paper here.
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