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  • Nanotechnology
  • Sustainable Energy

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  • Passive radiative cooling (PRC) materials offer energy-free cooling via infrared radiation, crucial for global warming and energy solutions.
  • Existing PRC materials face limitations in transparent applications due to opacity, poor adhesion, and reduced transmittance from functional particles.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a bioinspired passive radiative cooler (BPRC) for transparent substrates, enhancing temperature regulation.
  • To achieve wavelength-selective optical modulation and mechanical stability in transparent PRC materials.

Main Methods:

  • A bioinspired design mimicking human skin's hierarchical structure and thermal management.
  • Integration of wavelength-selective optical properties and mechanical stabilization techniques.

Main Results:

  • The BPRC achieved 89.5% visible transmittance, comparable to bare glass, with 34% higher UV shielding.
  • A maximum temperature reduction of 7.4 °C was observed under 653.35 W/m² irradiation, with simulated energy savings up to 11.5%.
  • The BPRC demonstrated strong adhesion (0.5 MPa bond strength) and excellent mechanical durability.

Conclusions:

  • This bioinspired approach provides a feasible strategy for mass-producing highly transparent PRC materials.
  • The developed BPRC shows significant potential for energy-efficient buildings and photovoltaic systems.