Researchers have already explored the idea of using water-repellent ship coatings that let ships travel faster and further. The US Navy, however, is taking things a step further. It’s backing University of Michigan work on an “omniphobic” coating that shrugs off virtually any liquid (it’ll even fend off peanut butter) while lasting for a long […]
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Why Better Paint Coatings Are Critical for Autonomous Cars
– As our cars learn to drive, the only proof they’re learning is intangible. Algorithms, sensors, 3D maps, V2V, the cloud—they’re digital, mostly proprietary components that can’t be independently tested. But there’s a physical part that promises to make autonomous travel safer, plus it’s all sparkly and pretty. It’s called paint. – Engineers at PPG […]