State-switching nanocrystal gel makes for cooling or thermal camouflage

Researchers at the University of Texas at Austin have developed a strange new nanocrystal material that can switch between gel and liquid states in response to temperature or other triggers. This could be used to make light filters or even active thermal camouflage.Continue ReadingCategory: Materials, ScienceTags: Nanocrystals, Materials, Phase change material, University of Texas