Non-Newtonian Fluid Proposed For Road Barriers
A new proposal suggests filling road barrier cavities with a non-Newtonian fluid to improve safety. The fluid is designed to remain soft during slow impacts, such as when a vehicle carefully crosses a barrier, to allow wheels to pass easily. This mechanism aims to prevent cyclists and scooter riders from experiencing strong impacts and losing balance. The technology sits at the intersection of physics and practical application. The fluid remains liquid during normal movement but instantly hardens upon high-energy impact to resist force and dissipate speed. The invention is described as an innovative solution developed by young researchers.
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Sources · 7 independent
Radio Zvezda
“Она предложила заполнить полости дорожных ограждений... не этоновская жидкость ведёт себя необычно. При медленном плавном воздействии... она остаётся мягкой, позволяя колёсам легко преодолевать препятствие.”
Radio Zvezda
“when a driver tries to pass more energetically, the liquid instantly hardens. It resists the impact, effectively dissipating speed and performing its main function as a road barrier.”
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