Towards more efficient and sustainable air filters (IMAGE)

Chung Ang University

Towards more efficient and sustainable air filters

Caption

Air filters are used everywhere, and their proper functioning helps keep the air we breathe clean. In this study, researchers designed a novel air filter by drawing inspiration from our mucus-covered nasal hairs, which can trap and retain particulate matter thanks to strong adhesive forces. 

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Robert Scoble from Openverse Image source link: https://openverse.org/image/0fe7b195-ddc3-4a9e-9c1e-45a7705fa358?q=air+filter&p=32

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