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Phanindhar Shivapooja1, Qiming Wang, Beatriz Orihuela
1Department of Biomedical Engineering, Duke University, Durham, NC 27708, USA.
Abstract:
Dynamic change of the surface area and topology of elastomers is used as a general, environmentally friendly approach for effectively detaching micro- and macro-fouling organisms adhered on the elastomer surfaces. Deformation of elastomer surfaces under electrical or pneumatic actuation can debond various biofilms and barnacles. The bio-inspired dynamic surfaces can be fabricated over large areas through simple and practical processes. This new mechanism is complementary with existing materials and methods for biofouling control.

