Wood windows cooler than those of glass
The researchers showed that their transparent wood provides better thermal insulation and lets in nearly as much light as glass, while eliminating glare and providing uniform and consistent indoor lighting.
Aug 17, 2016, 12:28 PM ISTWatch: Unbelievable! Extra-strong see-through wood is now a reality
The research team, headed by Liangbing Hu, made this incredible discovery by following a simple two-stage process.
May 29, 2016, 00:28 AM ISTForget glass, now transparent wood to brighten homes!
The researchers believe that the material, described in the journal Biomacromolecules, also could find application in solar cell windows.
Apr 01, 2016, 00:31 AM IST