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Neil’s Guide to Heat Transfer Physics
StarTalk Radio
Insulation: Creating a Heat Prison
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Exploring the science of heat transfer and insulation, the chapter discusses methods such as using double pane windows and hollow fiber materials for effective thermal control. The conversation delves into concepts like conduction, convection, and radiative heat transfer, emphasizing the importance of creating vessels that impede heat flow. It also touches on unique tactics such as using aerogel-filled hollow fibers inspired by polar bear fur to enhance insulation.
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