The lotus effect

The video discusses the challenges posed by space dust, which can damage space suits and equipment. It introduces the Lotus plant, whose leaves repel dust, dirt, and water due to tiny hairs on their surface, a phenomenon known as the Lotus effect. Scientists have replicated this effect to create a synthetic material with similar properties, which can be used to protect astronauts and equipment from space dust and keep clothes clean on Earth. This innovation demonstrates how nature's secrets can inspire technological advancements.

What challenges does space dust pose to astronauts and equipment?

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In what ways could the synthetic material inspired by the Lotus effect be useful on Earth?

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