Frost spreads across surfaces via suspended ‘ice bridges’

According to Physics World, researchers have discovered a previously unknown way frost spreads across surfaces—through suspended ice bridges on superhydrophobic, or super water-repellent, materials. This finding could reshape how scientists design anti-icing techniques, opening new pathways to prevent ice buildup on aircraft, power lines, and other critical infrastructure.

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