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Hyper-Black Spray Paints

The Vantablack S-VIS Spray Paint is As Black As Can Be

— March 15, 2016 — Tech
The Vantablack coating has recently been getting a lot of attention for being the blackest of black coatings ever developed; now however, the Surrey Nanosystems invention is available in the form of a black spray paint -- the blackest black spray paint ever made.

The Vantablack S-VIS coating is capable of trapping 99.8 per cent of visible, infrared and ultraviolet light, meaning that it is 17 times less reflective than the hyper-black paint used in NASA's Hubble telescope. This spray paint is easy to apply and can be used to coat large and complex objects made out of a wide variety of materials, although a number of pre- and post-application steps are required.

This black spray paint could have applications in a number of domains and could be used for everything from commercial products like cameras to high-tech space technologies.

Trend Themes
1. Hyper-black Coatings - Opportunity exists for developing other products and materials with hyper-black coatings that offer superior light absorption.
2. Spray-on Vantablack - The development of spray-on Vantablack paint opens up new possibilities for easily applying the blackest black coating on various surfaces.
3. Light-absorbing Technologies - Advancements in light-absorbing materials like Vantablack spray paint pave the way for innovations in various industries that require reduced reflectivity.
Industry Implications
1. Consumer Electronics - The hyper-black spray paint can be used to enhance the aesthetics of electronic devices, such as smartphones and laptops, through ultra-black coatings.
2. Automotive - The development of hyper-black spray paints opens up opportunities for creating sleek and ultra-black car finishes, providing a unique and luxurious look.
3. Space Technology - The use of Vantablack spray paint in space technologies allows for better light capture and reduction of reflections, leading to improved imaging systems and instruments.
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