Scientists develop game-changing ‘glass brick’ that could revolutionize construction: ‘The highest insulating performance’::The team of scientists developed an aerogel glass brick, which is a translucent and thermally insulating material.

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    10 months ago

    It’s more for public buildings with glass fronts. “Revolutionize construction” is a questionable headline. Aerogels have use for replacing insulation in other ways, though.

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      10 months ago

      “Revolutionize construction” is a questionable headline.

      How about: revolutionize one very specific part construction under certain niche circumstances? Rolls off the tongue!