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  • Materials Science
  • Surface Chemistry
  • Nanotechnology

Background:

  • Heterogeneous wettability surfaces are crucial for various applications.
  • Achieving UV-resistant superhydrophobic and superhydrophilic properties simultaneously on a single surface remains a significant challenge.
  • Existing surface modification methods often lack durability and require masks.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To design and fabricate a UV-resistant heterogeneous wettability-patterned surface (UPS).
  • To combine UV-resistant superhydrophobic and superhydrophilic properties on a single surface.
  • To demonstrate the stability and functionality of the patterned surface under intense UV irradiation.

Main Methods:

  • Utilizing laser ablation on multilayer-coated structures inspired by cell membranes.
  • In situ creation of UV-resistant superhydrophobic silica patterns on superhydrophilic TiO2 nanoparticle-covered surfaces.
  • Characterizing the UV resistance and wettability stability of the fabricated surfaces.

Main Results:

  • The developed UPS exhibits UV resistance over two orders of magnitude greater than conventional methods.
  • The cell-membrane-like structure effectively regulates surface properties in hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions.
  • The heterogeneous wettability remained stable for over 50 hours of intense UV irradiation.
  • The UPS allows for controlled liquid wetting behavior in open-air systems.

Conclusions:

  • The novel laser ablation method successfully creates durable, UV-resistant heterogeneous wettability patterns.
  • The UPS demonstrates significant potential for applications in microfluidics, cell culture, energy conversion, and water collection.
  • This approach offers a robust solution for fabricating functional surfaces with tailored wettability under UV exposure.