Digest Journal of Nanomaterials and Biostructures,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
19(4), P. 1481 - 1499
Published: Nov. 1, 2024
For
many
years,
the
issue
of
microbial
adhesion
has
presented
difficulties
in
both
daily
life
and
business.
In
this
paper,
superhydrophobic
coatings
were
produced
by
adding
epoxy
resin
(EP),
butyl
acetate,
titanium
dioxide
(TiO2)
nanoparticles,
polytetrafluoroethylene
micropowder
(PTFE),
graphene
oxide
(GO)
sequentially
into
a
mug
mixing
well,
then
modifying
microscopic
particles
using
perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane
(POTS),
lastly
producing
applied
via
spraying
on
aluminum
sheet
surface.
The
micro
morphology
samples
was
analysed
SEM
EDS,
molecular
makeup
FTIR
stability,
mechanical
stability
algae
resistance
tested,
finally
rust
unwillingness
investigated
an
electrochemical
workstation
(Tafel
EIS).
outcomes
demonstrated
that
best
GO
to
nanoparticle
mass
ratio
10%
chosen
achieve
contact
angle
167.5°
sliding
2.5°.
coating
still
superior
150°
after
7
days
immersion
strong
acids
bases
as
well
3.5
wt%
Nacl
8
hours
boiling
water.
After
800
abrasion
tests
150.6°.
Algae
showed
had
good
adhesion.
In
the
field
of
smart
materials,
there
is
a
demand
to
fabricate
surfaces
with
superhydrophobic
and
conductive
features
in
cost-effective
efficient
fabrication
manner.
this
study,
high-efficiency
approach
for
fabricating
multifunctional
presented.
By
using
fiber
laser
ablating
PDMS/CNT
nanocomposite
surface,
(WCA
=
157°,
SA
7.35°)
unidirectional
groove
structures
were
fabricated
high
efficiency
3.5
s/cm2
under
spacing
75
μm
scanning
speed
500
mm/s.
Three
separate
application
scenarios
are
demonstrated.
The
results
showed
that
facilitated
nondestructive
droplet
transfer
enabled
fluid
manipulation
via
self-floating.
Its
load-bearing
capacity
was
increased
by
49.8%.
movement
on
water
accelerated
116%
after
irradiation,
it
achieved
optically
controllable
motion
complex
paths
as
light-driven
actuators.
Notably,
they
maintained
exceptional
properties,
even
when
stretched
strain
75%.
can
effectively
monitor
various
underwater
signals
such
finger
flexion,
wrist
fist
clenching,
which
exhibited
great
potential
sensor
monitoring.
ECS Journal of Solid State Science and Technology,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
13(4), P. 043010 - 043010
Published: April 1, 2024
Corrosion
is
an
undesirable
electrochemical
reaction
that
leads
to
material
degradation
and
affects
properties
like
ductility,
malleability,
conductivity,
etc.
The
consequences
of
corrosion
are
machine
failure,
bridge
failures,
buildings
collapse,
significant
economic
losses
GDP
(4-5%).
Furthermore,
can
pose
serious
safety
risks
result
in
casualties
which
makes
minimizing
the
effect
a
great
challenge.
Traditional
solutions
inhibitors,
design
modification,
paints
available
prevent
but
have
many
limitations,
such
as
cost,
durability,
stability
issues,
general
inefficiency.
In
this
context,
nanostructured
superhydrophobic
coating
(SH)
gaining
attention
for
its
prevention
efficiency
other
broad
industrial
applications.
nano
air
pockets
present
SH
exhibit
high
contact
angle
due
their
unique
combination
surface
roughness,
distinctive
nanostructure,
reduced
energy.
This
reduces
area
between
corrosive
substance,water
droplet
metal
surface,
leading
improved
resisting
corrosion.
paper,
recent
advancement
electrodeposition
develop
corrosion-resistant
coatings
on
copper
substrate
compression
with
metals
physical,
chemical,
thermal
stabilities
discussed.
papers,
scientists
observed
different
types
morphology,
texture,
energy,
give
tendencies
surfaces
from
also
disscused
.
constraints
fabrication
prospects
highlighted.
Materials,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
17(17), P. 4322 - 4322
Published: Aug. 31, 2024
The
effect
of
extreme
water
repellency,
called
the
lotus
effect,
is
caused
by
formation
a
Cassie–Baxter
state
in
which
only
small
portion
wetting
liquid
droplet
contact
with
surface.
rest
bottom
air
pockets.
Instrumental
methods
are
often
used
to
determine
textural
features
that
cause
this
effect—scanning
electron
and
atomic
force
microscopies,
profilometry,
etc.
However,
result
provides
an
accurate
texture
model,
not
actual
information
about
part
surface
wetted
liquid.
Here,
we
show
practical
method
for
estimating
fraction
has
state.
performed
using
set
ethanol–water
mixtures
angle
textured
chemically
equivalent
flat
surfaces
AlSI
304
steel,
7500
aluminum,
siloxane
elastomer.
We
showed
system
equations
can
be
solved
graphically
diagrams
introduced
paper,
returning
value
anticipate
demonstrated
will
useful
direct
evaluation
ability
textures
repel
liquids,
particularly
superhydrophobic
superoleophobic
materials,
slippery
liquid-infused
porous
surfaces,
Journal of Marine Science and Engineering,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
12(10), P. 1741 - 1741
Published: Oct. 2, 2024
Inspired
by
the
“Lotus
Leaf
Effect”
in
nature,
phenomenon
of
superhydrophobia
has
attracted
tremendous
attention
from
researchers.
Due
to
their
special
surface
wettability,
superhydrophobic
surfaces
have
been
found
broad
potential
applications
fields
marine
engineering,
medical
equipment,
and
aerospace.
Based
on
introduction
principles
advantages
disadvantages
various
preparation
methods
for
were
studied
summarized
this
paper.
The
research
progress
engineering
was
analyzed
according
self-cleaning,
anti-corrosion,
heat
transfer,
drag
reduction,
anti-fouling,
ant-icing,
oil/water
separation
properties.
Finally,
advance
practical
applications,
current
challenges
associated
with
are
highlighted,
future
development
directions
proposed.
