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  • Biomimetics and Materials Science
  • Sustainable Engineering
  • Water Resource Management

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  • Nature-inspired technologies offer effective solutions for water scarcity.
  • Real-world application of water collection technology faces challenges in natural environments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop an efficient water-collecting windmill for complex windy environments.
  • To integrate biomimetic strategies for enhanced water harvesting capabilities.

Main Methods:

  • Developed a windmill with unique directional grooves and a molecular slippery layer on blades.
  • Incorporated rotatable blades and wind-sensing capabilities for optimal performance.
  • Integrated liquid-manipulation strategies from rice leaves, cacti, pitcher plants, and butterflies.

Main Results:

  • Achieved unprecedented water-collecting performance in static, strong, and intermittent wind conditions.
  • Demonstrated efficient water deposition and directional drainage.
  • The windmill effectively utilizes wind power by adjusting its orientation.

Conclusions:

  • The developed water-collecting windmill is a promising solution for water scarcity in challenging environments.
  • This work provides significant guidance for designing smart water-harvesting materials and devices.
  • The biomimetic design enhances efficiency and adaptability in diverse wind conditions.