Space
Nanoengineered Light Sail Solves the Melting Problem
Tuskegee University researchers design a light sail using nanophotonic materials that can withstand intense laser beams without overheating.
Key Takeaways
- Nanophotonic light sail reflects 99.9% of laser light while radiating absorbed heat
- Addresses critical thermal barrier for Breakthrough Starshot interstellar mission
- Silicon nitride photonic crystal maintains properties even at extreme temperatures
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