SMRTR Science & EngineeringMay 11, 2026Interesting Engineering

UV-triggered material harvests water from air by reshaping crystals into moisture traps

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A UV-responsive crystal material developed at the University of Iowa captures atmospheric moisture by reshaping internally to trap water, currently storing 5% of its weight, with potential future applications for clean water access in water-scarce regions.

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