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Floating drones with water-skimming teeth can capture microplastics

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In recent years, microplastics have garnered significant attention due to their detection in tap and bottled water, as well as in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
The article from TechXplore discusses a novel method developed by researchers at the University of Warwick to detect microplastics in water using drones equipped with a device called the "River Litter Skimmer." This device, which resembles a set of teeth, is designed to skim the surface of water bodies to collect microplastics. The project, named "Drones Skimming Teeth," aims to address the growing problem of microplastic pollution by providing a scalable and efficient means of sampling and analyzing these pollutants. The drones can cover large areas of water quickly, making the detection process more effective than traditional methods. The collected samples are then analyzed to understand the distribution and concentration of microplastics, which could help in formulating strategies to mitigate their environmental impact.

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