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Wallpaper made of moth wings is an excellent absorber of sound

07 Jul 2022
Photo of a moth
Stealthy flier: the Antheraea pernyi moth is very good at absorbing ultrasound. (Courtesy: University of Bristol)
When moth wings are used to coat hard, artificial surfaces, they can significantly reduce the reflec

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