UAI Academic Proposes Smart Windows Using Nanotechnology to Combat Climate Change
UAI Academic Proposes Smart Windows Using Nanotechnology to Combat Climate Change
January 2, 2025 Francisco Ramírez Discusses Smart Windows Technology Using Nanometric Vanadium Dioxide The global climate emergency has scientists worldwide striving to develop sustainable solutions to mitigate rising temperatures and their impact on humanity. Among the most innovative fields in this pursuit is the use of nanotechnology to create smart materials that help combat the effects of global warming. Divergentes recently interviewed Francisco Ramírez, PhD…
Interview with Francisco Ramírez, Researcher and Professor at CENTRA, UAI
January 2, 2025 See interview LitoralPress
Researching Smart Materials for Energy Efficiency – Interview with Francisco Ramírez
January 2, 2025 Column by Leopoldo Soto, Physicist and Researcher at CCHEN Topics: Researching Smart Materials for Energy Efficiency Featuring: Francisco Ramírez Cuevas, PhD in Mechanical Engineering, CENTRA UAI. See the interview on LitoralPress.
“Thermochromic Antennas” Created for Smart Materials to Enhance Energy Efficiency
January 2, 2025 These smart materials enable the regulation of radiative cooling in response to temperature changes between day and night or between winter and summer. The study employs tiny crystals, referred to as “thermochromic antennas,” which can adjust their thermal emissivity based on ambient temperature. These crystals can be incorporated into paints, roofs, clothing, and other materials, offering a flexible and adaptable solution. An…
It costs between $45,000 and $160,000 per month to heat an average home in the central zone
May 7, 2023 Comparing Heating Systems: Costs, Efficiency, and Environmental Impact With the arrival of May, cold temperatures are becoming a constant across most of Chile, prompting many to begin their annual heating routine. As homeowners evaluate their options, costs, efficiency, and environmental impact are key considerations. To aid in decision-making, the Ministry of Energy has launched an online platform allowing users to compare different…
This is how the films that adhere to windows work to reduce heat
January 25, 2023 After seeing the temperature change in her office following the installation of solar control films, administrative assistant Soledad Pizarro decided to install them on two large windows in her living room. “From 12:30 to 5 p.m., the sun was relentless. We had to retreat to the kitchen,” she recalls. She spent $200,000. Now, she rarely uses the air conditioner and can spend…