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¹School of Energy and Power Engineering, Jiangsu University, Zhenjiang 212013, China.

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Area of Science:

Surface science and nanotechnology
Biomimetic engineering
Energy harvesting technologies

Background:

Jumping-droplet condensation offers potential for energy harvesting, water collection, and thermal management.
Current limitations in efficiency and durability hinder practical applications of jumping-droplet condensation.

Purpose of the Study:

To develop a sustainable surface structure for efficient and durable jumping-droplet condensation.
To investigate droplet dynamics and heat transfer enhancement using biomimetic design.

Main Methods:

Molecular dynamics simulations to verify the proposed wedge-walled rhombus lattice structure.
Analysis of droplet nucleation, migration, coalescence, and departure behavior.
Evaluation of heat transfer enhancement and surface renewal capabilities.

Main Results:

The wedge-walled rhombus lattice structure enables uniform droplet nucleation and efficient departure.
Achieved a 3-fold enhancement in heat transfer during long-term condensation without external energy input.
Demonstrated sustainable control over the full droplet lifecycle, ensuring stability and durability.

Conclusions:

The biomimetic surface design overcomes limitations in jumping-droplet condensation efficiency and durability.
Provides fundamental insights into droplet dynamics for optimizing nanostructure surfaces.
Opens new possibilities for droplet manipulation, self-cleaning, and electronics cooling applications.