Riblet
processing
Improving energy efficiency with fine structures
Riblets form a fine artificial structure with a shark-skin-like pattern. It is widely understood that frictional resistance is reduced by using a fine triangular convex structure on a surface that is in contact with air or water. Nikon adds a fine structure called a riblet structure to various products utilizing our proprietary laser processing technology to reduce equipment energy losses and contribute to improving fuel consumption and reducing CO2 emissions.
![Download some materials related on the riblet](/img/solution/re/img_dl_ribret_en_01.png)
Download some materials related on the riblet
Some research papers on performance evaluation of the riblet and a leaflet about the riblet processing are posted on the download page.