Copper tubes gain 5.5-fold condensation heat-transfer boost from water-shedding coating

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Phys.org Technology reports that Copper tubes gain 5.5-fold condensation heat-transfer boost from water-shedding coating. A technology that boosts condensation heat transfer performance by up to 5.5 times that of conventional copper surfaces has been developed by helping water droplets form more readily and detach more quickly. It is expected to improve the energy efficiency of power plants and desalination facilities and enhance the cooling performance of electronic devices. The key issue is what changes after the announcement: price, access, timing, compatibility, reliability, or reader impact.

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• Phys.org Technology: Copper tubes gain 5.5-fold condensation heat-transfer boost from water-shedding coating
• A technology that boosts condensation heat transfer performance by up to 5.5 times that of conventional copper surfaces has been developed by helping water droplets form more readily and

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