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This revolutionary technology relies on nickel and titanium instead of harmful gases, making it a potential eco-friendly alternative to conventional air conditioning systems. The team highlights the broader applications of elastocaloric materials, noting how they could even enhance the performance of electric vehicle batteries, paving the way for a future where energy-efficient and sustainable cooling systems are commonplace. Despite the promising results, commercial products based on this technology are still under development and not yet available on the market.