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Fabrication of Superhydrophobic Metal Surfaces for Anti-Icing Applications
Published on: August 15, 2018
Hierarchical Structures for Superhydrophobic and Superoleophobic Surfaces
Hannu Teisala1, Hans-Jürgen Butt1
1Department of Physics at Interfaces , Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research , Ackermannweg 10 , D-55128 Mainz , Germany.
Abstract:
Many surfaces possessing robust super liquid repellency are hierarchically structured on the nano- and micrometer scales. Several examples are found in nature, such as the self-cleaning leaves of lotus plants and anisotropic, water-guiding rice leaves. Each surface design has unique properties optimized for specific wetting conditions. In this invited feature article, we review both natural and artificial hierarchical surface structures and their function in repelling liquids. We discuss different types of structures needed in various wetting situations and draw some general conclusions as a guideline for designing robust superhydrophobic and superoleophobic surfaces.
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