Physics of Fluids,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
36(12)
Published: Dec. 1, 2024
A
novel
approach
for
fabricating
deformable
microlens
arrays
using
template-induced
self-assembly
technology
is
introduced.
By
utilizing
shear
flow
at
cavity
openings
and
hydrophobic
sliding
interstitial
gaps,
this
method
achieves
precise
liquid
formation
without
the
need
complex
mechanical
systems.
The
process
employs
a
template
immersed
in
glycerol
bath,
where
interfacial
forces
enable
pinning
of
droplets
within
specific
microcavities.
combination
theoretical
modeling
finite
element
simulations
was
used
to
investigate
effects
radius,
pulling
speed,
static
contact
angle
on
height.
Findings
reveal
that
larger
radii
higher
angles
enhance
However,
increased
speeds
initially
raise
level
before
subsequent
decrease.
Experimentally,
uniform
were
successfully
fabricated,
demonstrating
consistent
surface
shapes
with
height
43
μm
remarkable
imaging
tunability
under
thermal
stimuli,
achieving
2.22-fold
focal
length
expansion.
This
work
advances
understanding
droplet
manipulation
offers
promising
applications
microfluidics,
optical
systems,
engineering.
Science Bulletin,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Sept. 1, 2024
Interfacial
solar
evaporation
(ISE)
has
emerged
as
a
promising
technology
to
alleviate
global
water
scarcity
via
energy-efficient
purification
of
both
wastewater
and
seawater.
While
ISE
was
originally
identified
developed
during
studies
simple
double-layered
two-dimensional
(2D)
evaporators,
observed
limitations
in
rate
functionality
soon
led
the
development
three-dimensional
(3D)
which
is
now
recognized
one
most
pivotal
milestones
research
field.
3D
evaporators
significantly
enhance
rates
beyond
theoretical
limits
2D
evaporators.
Furthermore,
could
have
multifaceted
functionalities
originating
from
various
functional
surfaces
structures.
This
review
summarizes
recent
advances
focusing
on
rational
design,
fabrication
energy
nexus
derivative
functions
for
improving
performance
exploring
novel
applications.
Future
prospects
are
also
proposed
based
in-depth
understanding
fundamental
aspects
requirements
practical
Advanced Electronic Materials,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Feb. 9, 2025
Abstract
Water
and
energy
are
the
cornerstones
of
human
development,
with
more
than
half
world's
population
facing
water
scarcity
issues.
Atmospheric
moisture
is
widely
distributed
around
globe,
rational
utilization
can
create
tremendous
value.
Here,
sources
hygroscopic
materials,
methods
manufacturing
hydrogels,
properties
these
potential
applications
concluded.
To
make
hydrogels
high
hydrophilicity,
ultrasonic
oscillation,
freeze
drying,
spin
coating
be
used
as
synthesis
strategies.
The
main
focus
on
characteristic
parameters
uptake,
dehydration
temperature,
conductivity,
mechanical
stability,
swelling
behaviors,
heat
transfer
coefficient.
These
unique
features
will
affect
performances
assembles,
devices,
instruments.
Subsequently,
summarized,
such
harvesting
splitting
fuel
production,
dehumidification,
thermal
management
in
electronic
solar
evaporation,
electricity
production.
Finally,
future
directions
issues
interest
proposed
to
promote
diverse
development
relational
systems.
Small,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
20(43)
Published: June 28, 2024
Salt
deposition
is
a
disturbing
problem
that
limits
the
development
of
passive
solar-driven
interfacial
evaporation.
Inspired
by
fluid
control
mechanism
Tesla
valve,
novel
solar
evaporator
proposed
with
valve-like
water
transport
structure
to
prevent
salt
accumulation
at
evaporation
interface.
A
unique
"ion
diode"
resistance
this
significantly
achieved
optimizing
two
asymmetric
structures,
consisting
one
side
and
wide-leg
side,
which
establish
reverse-suppressing
forward-accelerating
channel.
In
contrast
limited
ion
migration
typical
symmetric
evaporator,
such
channel
caused
water/salt
ions
difference
between
supply
reinforces
on
thus
leading
an
apparent
unidirectional
from
bulk
through
side.
Consequently,
rate
3.25
kg
m
Advanced Sustainable Systems,
Journal Year:
2025,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: Jan. 29, 2025
Abstract
Freshwater
scarcity
and
the
global
transition
to
renewable
energy
necessitate
transformative
solutions.
Interfacial
solar
vapor
generation
(ISVG)
has
emerged
as
a
pivotal
technology,
leveraging
for
efficient
alongside
desalination
freshwater
production.
This
review
comprehensively
examines
coupling
mechanism
of
ISVG‐enabled
water‐electricity
water‐hydrogen
cogeneration
systems
driven
by
photocatalysis
ISVG,
well
highlighting
advancements
in
materials
system
integration
that
enhance
performance
resource
efficiency.
