New system vibrates airplane wings to shake off the ice

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Source: New Atlas | New TechBy: Michael FrancoDate: 11/18/2025, 9:38:00 AM
While most planes use heat to melt ice that can form on the wing either before takeoff or during flight, the process is highly energy intensive and can impact engine efficiency. A new process from German researchers shakes the ice…
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