What products use the lotus effect?

The lotus effect in the building materials industry

• Self-cleaning glass facades, solar modules and windows.
• Self-cleaning nano-based facade coatings and plasters.
• Self-cleaning roof tiles.
• Nano-sealing in sanitary areas (shower glass wall, tiles, etc.)

What is meant by lotus effect?

The lotus effect refers to self-cleaning properties that are a result of ultrahydrophobicity as exhibited by the leaves of Nelumbo, the lotus flower. Dirt particles are picked up by water droplets due to the micro- and nanoscopic architecture on the surface, which minimizes the droplet’s adhesion to that surface.

How does lotus effect work?

Lotus plants have superhydrophobic surfaces. Water drops that fall onto them bead up and roll off. These leaves not only stay dry, but the droplets pick up small particles of dirt as they roll, so that the lotus leaves are even self-cleaning.

What happens when water falls on lotus leaf?

The contact area between water and dirt is reduced, making the leaf highly water repellent, or hydrophobic. The wax is also capable of self-regeneration. When water drops fall on this surface, they roll down, carrying dirt particles with them. Even glue cannot stick to the surface of the lotus leaf.

Does Lotus tea help lose weight?

Lotus flower tea, or lotus leaf tea, has been used for years for everything from digestion to circulation. It is rich in an amino acid called taurine, which helps the body burn fat. For this reason, many people use lotus leaf tea for weight loss. Lotus tea also contains L-carnitine, another amino acid.

What is the common name of lotus?

National Flower: Lotus Botanical Name: Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn.

What is the characteristic of lotus?

Description : Lotus is the water plant. It has broad floating leaves and bright fragrant flowers. The leaves and flowers float and have long stems that contain air spaces. It has many petals overlapping in the symmetrical pattern.

What are the benefits of lotus?

Lotus contains chemicals that decrease swelling, kill cancer cells and bacteria, reduce blood sugar, help the breakdown of fat, and protect the heart and blood vessels. Chemicals in lotus also seem to protect the skin, liver, and brain.

What happens when lotus is exposed to direct sunlight?

Heat and Light Lotus flowers can handle some level of shade. This is even more so when the climate is warm. However, the plants thrive more when they are exposed to full sunlight. This is the type of situation that helps their blooming and growth the most.

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Why is the lotus flower so special?

The Lotus flower is regarded in many different cultures, especially in eastern religions, as a symbol of purity, enlightenment, self-regeneration and rebirth. Its characteristics are a perfect analogy for the human condition: even when its roots are in the dirtiest waters, the Lotus produces the most beautiful flower.