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[–] 7 points 3 years ago

Is it possible to produce this glass in great quantities or does it only work in a laboratory?

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  • [–] 4 points 3 years ago

    What other solarpunk technologies could this work well with? I'd imagine solar panels and greenhouses.

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  • [–] 2 points 3 years ago*

    Sounds like a useful recipe, if the components are widespread. However, I notice that the press release does not disclose more - probably because of the patent application.

    • it seems likely that it's still a silicate, but what silicates have an (eutectic) melting point of 300-400C?
    • it seems sure that they dropped limestone, but what did they add to replace it?
    • if they get a patent and license it on fair terms, it might see widespread adoption
    • if they get a patent and won't license it on fair terms, bah
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