Vantablack: Darkest Material Known To Help Scientists In Space
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23 June 2025
Vantablack is a super-black material developed by Surrey NanoSystems
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It absorbs up to 99.965% of visible light, which makes it one of the darkest materials known
It utilises vertically aligned carbon nanotubes to create a surface that absorbs light rather than reflecting it
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Vantablack can help reduce the reflectivity of satellites, making the night sky darker and allowing for better astronomical observations
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It can enhance the accuracy of optical instruments in space by minimising glare and boosting contrast
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A satellite coated with Vantablack 310, a version optimised for space conditions, is set to launch in 2026
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The Jovian-1 CubeSat will test the effectiveness and durability of Vantablack in low Earth orbit
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It will pave the way for its potential use in future space missions
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