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Aerogel is about to change the world

By: joestivens (25)  |  08/23/2007 08:57 PM
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If you haven't heard of Aerogel till now, here is the recap - it's about to change our world and make humans more resistant to the natural challenges such as cold. "Aerogel is nicknamed “frozen smoke” and is made by extracting water from a silica gel, then replacing it with gas such as carbon dioxide. The result is a substance that is capable of insulating against extreme temperatures and of absorbing pollutants such as crude oil." It is reported to be so strong in action, that the main problem right now is to regulate its power. clothes that created using the new material were apparently too hot even in weather conditions of the Everest mountain! A professional mountain climber reported that her boots were too hot, so the scientists pulled back all the products containing Aerogel until they find a way to control the temperature. I'm pretty sure in a few years from now you will see most of winter clothing contain this material, as t will allow clothes to become lighter and much more effective. This material will be causing a true revolution very soon, so get ready.



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wow sounds amazing!
Comment by: geekygal @ 08/24/2007, 11:36:26 PM

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