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Chemistry, Physical
Wei Huang, Jinxia Huang, Zhiguang Guo, Weimin Liu
Summary: This paper reviews the research progress of ice nucleation and the application of superhydrophobic surfaces in anti-icing. The benefits and drawbacks of anti-icing superhydrophobic surfaces are summarized, along with discussions on deicing methods and challenges in the field. Several applications of icephobic materials are also illustrated.
ADVANCES IN COLLOID AND INTERFACE SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Maciej Psarski, Agnieszka Lech, Grzegorz Celichowski
Summary: A novel approach utilizing plasmonic heating of silver nanowires has been proposed for remote frost removal on superhydrophobic surfaces. The nanostructures exhibit high stability and heat resistance, and the plasmonic resonance is achieved by adjusting the dimensions of the nanowires and the protective shell.
Article
Thermodynamics
Haixiang Zhang, Xiwen Zhang, Feng He, Cunjing Lv, Pengfei Hao
Summary: Superhydrophobic surfaces have been widely studied for anti-icing applications. This work investigates the impact of supercooled drops on surfaces with different micropatterns and reveals the dynamic freezing modes and their phase diagrams. Hierarchical SHSs show better anti-icing performances than single-tier SHSs, and capillary evacuation plays a significant role in reducing contact time and area.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF HEAT AND MASS TRANSFER
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yiming Jian, Hongtao Gao, Yuying Yan
Summary: A durable fluorine-free superhydrophobic MNSS-TMES/H-SiO2 coating with self-cleaning performance, higher defrosting efficiency, and the ability to delay icing was prepared using a simple chemical etching process, showing great prospects in practical applications.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Binbin Zhang, Weichen Xu, Da-Hai Xia, Xiaoqiang Fan, Jizhou Duan, Yao Lu
Summary: By endowing metallic surfaces with special wettability and unique interfacial contacts, superhydrophobic and lubricant-infused ultraslippery surfaces were achieved, showing improved ice overdelay and corrosion-resisting performance. The lubricant-infused ultraslippery surfaces exhibit superior mechanical robustness and long-term corrosion resistance, offering better application potential under challenging service environments.
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Guannan Ju, Lei Zhou, Jiao Li, Chengzhuang Su, Lina Zhang
Summary: A robust superhydrophobic composite with a rigid micro-skeleton structure was fabricated using an equipment-free and low-cost dip-coating method. The composite exhibited excellent water-repellent properties due to the rigid micro-skeleton formed by chromium microparticles and low-surface-energy coating-modified copper powders. The composite also displayed durability against abrasion, corrosion, temperature processes, and UV irradiation, and demonstrated good anti-icing/frosting performance at -20 degrees Celsius.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Review
Thermodynamics
Gao Runmiao, Song Mengjie, Chao Christopher Yu Hangb, Lin Shenglun, Zhang Long, Zhang Xuan
Summary: Frosting is a common phase change phenomenon that has negative effects on various applications. Superhydrophobic surfaces are increasingly being studied as a passive anti-frosting strategy. This study introduces the preparation methods of superhydrophobic surfaces and reveals the mechanisms of anti-frosting from the perspectives of condensation frosting and defrosting. The results provide insights into the preparation, prevention, and removal of frost on superhydrophobic surfaces.
APPLIED THERMAL ENGINEERING
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Wuseok Kim, Jakyung Eun, Sangmin Jeon
Summary: The study found that the anti-splashing properties of superhydrophobic surfaces are related to the pore structures, with sealed air pockets leading to more splashing and open air pockets providing better anti-splashing performance.
APPLIED SURFACE SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yanlong Shi, Xiaojuan Feng
Summary: The study successfully fabricated a superhydrophobic ZnO surface by combining anodic oxidation and surface modification on zinc substrate, improving the corrosion resistance and icing-delay ability of metal materials in practice. The optimal superhydrophobic ZnO surface exhibited excellent water contact angle and roll-off angle, showing outstanding self-cleaning property.
APPLIED PHYSICS A-MATERIALS SCIENCE & PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yiming Jian, Hongtao Gao, Yuying Yan
Summary: A durable fluorine-free superhydrophobic coating with self-cleaning performance, higher defrosting efficiency, and the ability to delay icing has been successfully prepared.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Lansheng Zhang, Paul C. Uzoma, Xiaoyang Chu, Oleksiy V. Penkov, Huan Hu
Summary: A scalable and cost-effective fabrication approach for constructing bio-inspired micro/nanostructured surfaces is reported. The method involves silicon microstructure etching, nanowires deposition, and fluorocarbon thin film deposition, resulting in hierarchical micro/nanostructured surfaces with excellent anti-icing properties and promising applications.
FRONTIERS IN BIOENGINEERING AND BIOTECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Changhao Chen, Ze Tian, Xiao Luo, Guochen Jiang, Xinyu Hu, Lizhong Wang, Rui Peng, Hongjun Zhang, Minlin Zhong
Summary: A durable cauliflower-like micro-nano structured superhydrophobic surface was created using ultrafast laser ablation and wet chemical reactions. This surface exhibited high light absorption, strong durability, and superhydrophobicity. The photothermal effect significantly reduced ice adhesion strength and maintained efficient photothermal conversion capacity during long-term outdoor experiments.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
G. Y. Liu, Y. Yuan, R. J. Liao, H. Y. Xiang, L. Wang, Q. Yu, C. Zhang
Summary: In this study, a durable superhydrophobic surface with outstanding anti-icing property has been prepared via combining anodization and infusion of healing agent. The as-prepared surface can efficiently prevent icing and has excellent anti-frosting performance. Furthermore, the surface can self-heal and maintain its superhydrophobicity even after exposure to plasma treatment and abrasion damage.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Physics, Multidisciplinary
Ma Wei, Li Yang, Yao Shu-Huai, Huang Bao-Ling
Summary: This review summarizes the recent progress in solar-thermal anti-fogging/anti-icing/anti-frosting surfaces, including their fundamental knowledge, mechanisms, and latest advancements. By comparing different surfaces, the authors identify the current bottlenecks in research and suggest potential directions for future studies.
ACTA PHYSICA SINICA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yiming Jian, Hongtao Gao, Yuying Yan
Summary: This article introduces an effective method to create a superhydrophobic surface with micron-nanoscale hierarchical structures, and evaluates its hydrophobic and anti-icing properties. The results show that the micron-nanoscale hierarchical structured surface exhibits superhydrophobicity and excellent anti-icing performance, along with chemical stability and mechanical durability.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deyong Zheng, Huihui Jin, Yucong Liao, Pengxia Ji
Summary: In this study, a highly stable and efficient catalyst, fluorine-doped Co3O4 (F-Co3O4), was developed for hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The F-Co3O4 catalyst exhibited a remarkable reduction in overpotential and demonstrated excellent stability for over 100 hours.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziwen Lv, Jintao Wang, Fengyi Wang, Jianqiang Wang, Fuquan Li, Hongtao Chen
Summary: Adding Cu6Sn5 nano particles can effectively inhibit the overgrowth of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces of solder joints in electronic devices, providing a solution to this issue. A new growth mechanism of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces was identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jun Wang, Jiawei Chen, Wanru Liao, Fangyang Liu, Min Liu, Liangxing Jiang
Summary: A BiOI/AgI/Ag plasmonic heterostructure photocathode was successfully designed through electrodeposition, ion-exchange, and illumination methods. This photocathode exhibits superior performance in photoelectrochemical water splitting.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxiao Liu, Xianxian Zhou, Xiaotao Ma, Qinbo Yuan, Shibin Liu
Summary: In this study, the authors propose a method to accelerate the reaction of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries using a Ni@OC Mott-Schottky heterojunction as a catalyst. The experimental results demonstrate that the charge redistribution at the Ni@OC interface accelerates electron transfer and enhances catalytic activity, leading to improved reaction kinetics and battery performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dayou Ma, Mohammad Rezasefat, Joziel Aparecido da Cruz, Sandro Campos Amico, Marco Giglio, Andrea Manes
Summary: The matrix has a significant effect on the impact resistance of composite materials. Replacing a brittle polymer with a more flexible one can improve impact resistance, but it poses challenges to standard testing methods. This study designs a new fixture for testing the low-velocity impact of soft composites and investigates the effect of the fixture on the mechanical performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lingchang Wang, Qihang Yang, Huzhen Li, Ming Wei, Qian Wang, Zhenzhong Hu, Mengmeng Zhen
Summary: Bronze titanium dioxide (TiO2(B)) is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high specific capacity. However, its practical applications are hindered by poor conductivity and limited electrochemical kinetics. In this study, TiO2(B)-carbon nanosheets heterostructures are synthesized to enhance the cycling performance and rate capability of TiO2(B).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Atul Thakur, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Fayu Wan, Preeti Thakur
Summary: In this study, BaFe12O19 and BaFe12O19: Epoxy (50:50) nanocomposites were synthesized using the co-precipitation method. The structural information and material properties, such as crystallite size and electrical conductivity, were characterized by XRD, FESEM, EDX, and TEM techniques.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyu Wu, Xinyan Ma, Yong Yang
Summary: A well-defined CoS2@NC(CS-500) hierarchical binder-free catalyst cathode is constructed through in-situ grown of ZIF-67 on carbon cloth and high-temperature carbonization. The cathode shows excellent reaction kinetics and electrochemical performance, providing inspiration for developing advanced Li-CO2 battery catalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana M. Posokhova, Vladimir A. Morozov, Kirill N. Boldyrev, Dina Deyneko, Erzhena T. Pavlova, Bogdan I. Lazoryak
Summary: This study explores the impact of synthesis method and composition on the structure and luminescence properties of K5Eu1-xHox(MoO4)4 with the palmierite-type matrix. The co-doping of Eu3+ and Ho3+ ions plays a critical role in manipulating charge transfer and luminescence efficiency in the visible and infrared regions.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Yeting Tao, Jingsheng Wang, Youtian Tao
Summary: A new electron-transport material iTPyBI-CN is developed through non-catalytic C-N coupling reaction. It exhibits better electroluminescence efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes compared to the commercial material TPBI, due to its twisted geometry and higher energy levels.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhu, Feng Huang, Shuo Li, Yang Zhou
Summary: This article combines XRD analysis and microscopic structural observation to investigate the changes in limestone after high-temperature treatment. It finds that 500 degrees C is the critical temperature for crystalline and spatial arrangement changes in limestone, and the thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and heat storage coefficient gradually decrease after thermal treatment.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Haekal Habibie, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Abdi Wira Septama, Faiza Maryani, Vivi Fauzia
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of zinc oxide nanostructure from zinc recovered from galvanization ash and highlights its potential as a sustainable source of zinc and as an antibacterial agent.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Li, Yixin Xing, Wei Gu, Shousi Lu
Summary: In this study, PC@CaP microparticles were fabricated using biomimetic mineralization. The results showed that under environmental stress, PC@CaP exhibited improved stability and antioxidative activity, indicating its potential use in high-added value fields.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yan Liu, Shunyou Chen
Summary: In this study, TNTs were used as a drug carrier and modified with ZIF-8 and silk fibroin to obtain a new drug loading platform. The results showed that this drug-loaded platform had a good drug release effect in vitro and could promote cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhui Zhu, Wentao Wang, Qing Zhen, Xinning Huang, Shixin Li, Shaochang Wang, Xiaoping Ma, Xiaoxia Liu, Yalong Jiao, Kai Sun, Zhuangzhi Li, Huaixin Yang, Jianqi Li
Summary: A type of stacking fault is revealed in e-InSe crystal, which is associated with a small stacking-fault energy and shows exceptional plasticity.