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Multifunctional superhydrophobic surfaces (MSHSs) offer advanced material properties for diverse applications. Enhancing durability through self-healing mechanisms is key for next-generation MSHSs, improving performance and lifespan.

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  • Surface wetting properties significantly impact material performance and applications.
  • Superhydrophobic surfaces (SHSs) exhibit water repellency due to low surface energy and micro/nanostructure roughness.
  • Recent attention has focused on SHSs due to their diverse applications and fabrication methods.

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  • To review the current state of Multifunctional Superhydrophobic Surfaces (MSHSs), which combine superhydrophobicity with additional properties.
  • To investigate surface structures and agents employed in MSHSs.
  • To highlight key parameters for the next generation of MSHSs, focusing on durability and scalability.

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  • Review of existing literature on SHSs and MSHSs fabrication.
  • Analysis of surface structures and superhydrophobic agents used in MSHSs.
  • Categorization of MSHS functions into self-cleaning, restrictive, and smart properties.

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  • MSHSs are developed with functions like self-healing, anti-bacterial, anti-fouling, and stimuli-responsiveness.
  • Durability and scalability of mechanochemically robust MSHSs present significant challenges.
  • Incorporating self-healing capabilities enhances the durability and lifespan of SHSs and MSHSs.

Conclusions:

  • The development of durable, self-healing MSHSs is crucial for advancing material performance and extending surface lifespan.
  • Future MSHSs require focus on durability, stability, multifunctionality, responsiveness, and environmental friendliness for large-scale applications.
  • Specific morphology and functional groups are key to the diverse applications of MSHSs.