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  • Surface Science
  • Tribology

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  • Ice accretion on surfaces causes significant problems in daily life and industry.
  • Developing durable icephobic surfaces is crucial for preventing ice accumulation and its consequences.
  • Liquid infused surfaces (LIS) show promise as effective ice-repellent materials.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide an overview of ice formation and de-icing strategies.
  • To highlight the anti-icing performance of liquid infused surfaces (LIS).
  • To review recent advancements in ice nucleation theory and ice adhesion reduction on LIS.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive review of existing literature on ice nucleation and adhesion mechanisms.
  • Systematic evaluation of LIS anti-icing performance based on water repellence, condensation-frosting, long freeze process, and ice adhesion.
  • Analysis of LIS advantages, disadvantages, and potential mitigation strategies.

Main Results:

  • LIS demonstrate excellent anti-icing properties, inspired by natural surfaces like Nepenthes.
  • Understanding ice nucleation and adhesion mechanisms is key to LIS effectiveness.
  • LIS performance is validated across various conditions, including water repellence and low ice adhesion.

Conclusions:

  • LIS represent a promising approach for durable icephobic coatings.
  • Further research is needed to address the limitations and optimize LIS for widespread application.
  • LIS offer a passive strategy to combat ice-related challenges across diverse sectors.