How the mako shark inspired a carbon-cutting innovation

from Saturday Extra - Separate stories podcast · host Australian Broadcasting Corporation

An Australian start-up company has been developing a drag-reducing adhesive film for use on aircraft which helps reduce fuel and lower emissions. And it was all inspired by a shark.

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