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Polymer Science
Shiwei Li, Luyan Yu, Jianhua Xiong, Ying Xiong, Shuguang Bi, Heng Quan
Summary: In this study, a superhydrophobic and flame-retardant coating made of chitosan, ammonium polyphosphate, and TiO2-SiO2-HMDS composite was successfully applied to cotton fabric using layer-by-layer assembly and dip-coating procedures. The coating enhanced the flame retardancy, water-repellency, and UV protection properties of the cotton fabric.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Yuxuan Zhang, Shuwen Zhou, Zaosheng Lv, Lixia Fan, Yanfen Huang, Xuegang Liu
Summary: This study fabricated superhydrophobic composite coatings with self-cleaning properties by mixing fluorine resin, carbon nanotubes, and SiO2 nanoparticles. The results showed that the superhydrophobic composite coatings exhibited the best self-cleaning performance and contact angle hysteresis at a mass ratio of CNTs to SiO2 of 2:3 and a nanoparticle addition of 75 wt. %. Furthermore, the coatings demonstrated good chemical resistance, thermal stability, and mechanical stability.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
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Polymer Science
Jingyu Shang, Yongfeng Jiang, Wenhua Wang
Summary: An efficient, eco-friendly, and cost-effective sol-gel method is developed for preparing superhydrophobic surfaces using all-in-one suspension. Superhydrophobic coatings with excellent stability and resistance to UV radiation are prepared on steel substrates by forming a micro- and nano-scaled hierarchical rough structure.
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Manideepa Dhar, Avijit Das, Arpita Shome, Angana Borbora, Uttam Manna
Summary: This study developed a reaction mixture by combining small molecules with crosslinkers to create highly abrasion tolerant superhydrophobicity, capable of restricting the tensile and compressive deformations of soft substrates, increasing compressive and tensile moduli, and resisting physical erosion and rupture under severe conditions.
MATERIALS HORIZONS
(2021)
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Polymer Science
Manawwer Alam, Mohammad Altaf, Naushad Ahmad
Summary: The researchers have developed a nanocomposite coating material using vegetable oil as a renewable resource, which exhibits excellent scratch resistance, corrosion protection, and high-temperature stability; this material is significant for eco-friendly and renewable resource alternatives to petro-based chemicals.
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Engineering, Environmental
Zhanpeng Ye, Shuangyang Li, Shuyue Zhao, Liandong Deng, Jianhua Zhang, Anjie Dong
Summary: The study proposes a simple and universal coating strategy to optimally combine superhydrophobic and antibacterial properties on textiles, resulting in coatings with significant antibacterial activity, excellent waterproofing, and bacterial shielding function. The F/Q-MSNs coatings exhibit good resistance to sandpaper abrasion, washing, and strong acid/alkaline solutions, while maintaining the textiles' original breathability and deformability.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2021)
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Engineering, Environmental
Saurav Kumar, Manideepa Dhar, Biswa Mohan Prusty, Debasmita Sarkar, Avijit Das, Debasis Manna, Uttam Manna
Summary: By strategically selecting small molecules and forming nanoparticles, a simple reaction method was used to prepare waterborne, optically transparent, physically and chemically durable solid slippery coating and deformable superhydrophobic coating on porous and fibrous substrates.
CHEMICAL ENGINEERING JOURNAL
(2023)
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Materials Science, Composites
Se Shi, Shenli Meng, Peiqi Zhao, Guoping Xiao, Yihui Yuan, Hui Wang, Tao Liu, Ning Wang
Summary: A superhydrophobic and antibacterial membrane was successfully fabricated and immobilized on substrates directly in seawater through underwater adhesion technology. The obtained membranes exhibited good flexibility, mechanical strength, and long-term resistance to marine microorganism adhesion and multiplication.
COMPOSITES COMMUNICATIONS
(2023)
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Materials Science, Composites
Lisheng Wu, Junchen Luo, Yiyao Li, Weimiao Zhang, Ling Wang, Xuewu Huang, Wei Xiao, Longcheng Tang, Jiefeng Gao
Summary: A novel emulsion dipping based strategy was proposed for the preparation of superhydrophobic and conductive multifunctional coating, which exhibits excellent durability, high temperature tolerance, and corrosion resistance. The coating shows stable conductivity and superhydrophobicity even after experiencing abrasion, bending, acid, and ultrasonication treatment, demonstrating outstanding stability and durability.
COMPOSITES SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2021)
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Chemistry, Physical
Fengxin Xue, Xueting Shi, Wenxia Bai, Jin'e Li, Yanwen Li, Shuyi Zhu, Yanhua Liu, Libang Feng
Summary: Superhydrophobic surfaces have significant advantages in interface issues, but are limited by poor wear resistance and environmental durability. This study developed a low-cost and eco-friendly spray-coating method to fabricate superhydrophobic surfaces using an all-in-one suspension. The durability and stability of the materials were enhanced with the use of an inorganic AP binder. The resulting superhydrophobic materials maintained their excellent performance even in harsh environments.
COLLOIDS AND SURFACES A-PHYSICOCHEMICAL AND ENGINEERING ASPECTS
(2022)
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Materials Science, Ceramics
Chong Ke, Chenhua Zhang, Yongdong Jiang
Summary: A novel rapid thermal process was used to fabricate oxide-based coatings with micro-nano hierarchical roughness on glass substrates. The optimized coating, after being decorated with fluorosilane, achieved a water contact angle of 154°. The coating exhibited high transparency and mechanical strength. The effects of SiO2 nanoparticle loading, SiO2 particle size, and rapid thermal processing temperature on the properties of the coatings were systematically investigated, and the formation mechanism of the coatings' morphology and microstructure was explained.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
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Energy & Fuels
Oyunchimeg Erdene-Ochir, Doo-Man Chun
Summary: By coating the hydrophobic polypropylene (PP) surface with a thick layer of hydrophobic silica nanoparticles (SNPs) using a compression molding process, the study demonstrated improvement in the superhydrophobic tendency and enhanced durability of the surface under various mechanical and chemical conditions. The results highlight the robustness of the superhydrophobic coating with SNPs.
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Polymer Science
Oyunchimeg Erdene-Ochir, Van-Ta Do, Doo-Man Chun
Summary: A facile and low-cost method was presented to fabricate flexible superhydrophobic films with excellent mechanical durability and chemical stability using a hot-roll lamination process. The films displayed outstanding superhydrophobic properties and maintained high contact angles and low sliding angles even after multiple tests, showcasing promising self-cleaning and water droplet bouncing performance.
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Chemistry, Physical
Kui Zheng, Jie Zhu, Haifeng Liu, Xingquan Zhang, Enze Wang
Summary: Polymethyltriethoxysilane-polymethylhydrosiloxane superhydrophobic coatings were fabricated on glass substrates using spraying technology. The coatings showed excellent water repellency with a water contact angle of approximately 153 degrees. Additionally, the coatings exhibited good thermal stability and self-cleaning properties.
JOURNAL OF DISPERSION SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
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Engineering, Chemical
Hung Pak Ming, Cheuk Ying Chan, Suhas Mutalik, Muhammad Waseem Younas, Akanksha Pragya, Nuruzzaman Noor
Summary: In this study, hydrophobic-coated polyester substrates were prepared using a sonochemical coating process. The performances and morphological variations of amorphous nano-dimensional silica and nanocrystalline cupric oxide hydrophobic coatings were compared. The results showed that the coatings exhibited highly hydrophobic properties and good separation efficiency.
INDUSTRIAL & ENGINEERING CHEMISTRY RESEARCH
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
S. Ramakrishna, K. S. Santhosh Kumar, Dona Mathew, C. P. Reghunadhan Nair
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2015)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Kamakrishna Sukamanchi, Dona Mathew, Santhosh K. S. Kumar
ACS SUSTAINABLE CHEMISTRY & ENGINEERING
(2017)
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Chemistry, Physical
S. Ramakrishna, Dona Mathew, K. S. Santhosh Kumar
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2017)
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Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Midhun Sasikumar Saji, Chandan Sahu, Ramakrishna Sukamanchi, Santhosh Kumar Kalamblayil Sankaranarayanan, Dona Mathew, Satheesh Chandran Maniyeri
Summary: Adhesive marbles formed from chemically linked superomniphobic hybrid perfluorinated carbon black-silica nanoparticles (PCBSN) encapsulating adhesives such as water, epoxy, and silicone, exhibit remote breakability and rapid photothermal response properties.
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Chemistry, Physical
Mei Gui Vanessa Wee, Amutha Chinnappan, Runxin Shang, Poh Seng Lee, Seeram Ramakrishna
Summary: Cooling processes, from residences to industries, require a lot of energy and are essential. This study introduces MIL-101(Cr), a new desiccant, to heat exchangers for more efficient cooling. By improving the synthesis method and using a special binder, the MIL-101(Cr)-coated heat exchanger shows improved water uptake capacity and lower regeneration temperature.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Ao Zhen, Guanyu Zhang, Ao Wang, Feng Luo, Jiehua Li, Hong Tan, Zhen Li
Summary: In this study, a solvent-free microemulsion method was used to synthesize waterborne polyurethane (WPU) material with high retention of mechanical properties and satisfactory water absorption rates. The material showed excellent biocompatibility and has broad application potential in the field of biomedicine.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Wensong Ge, Rui Wang, Xiaoyang Zhu, Houchao Zhang, Luanfa Sun, Fei Wang, Hongke Li, Zhenghao Li, Xinyi Du, Huangyu Chen, Fan Zhang, Huifa Shi, Huiqiang Hu, Yongming Xi, Jiankang He, Liang Hu, Hongbo Lan
Summary: This paper reviews the research on the surface tension of eutectic gallium-indium alloys (EGaIn) in the field of stretchable electronics. It covers the principles of oxide layer formation, factors influencing surface tension, and methods for surface modification of liquid metals. The paper also discusses the applications of EGaIn surface modification in different fields and highlights the challenges still faced and the future outlook.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiang Song, Lianghao Jia, Zhengen Wei, Tao Xiang, Shaobing Zhou
Summary: This paper provides an overview of the application, preparation, and role of biomimetic structures in solar evaporators with improved evaporation rate and lifetime.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Wei Yuan, Qian Deng, Dong Pan, Xiang An, Canyang Zhao, Wenjun Su, Zhengmin He, Qiang Sun, Ran Ang
Summary: Optimizing the performance of n-type PbTe thermoelectric materials is crucial for practical applications. Dynamic doping has emerged as an effective method to improve the performance of n-type PbTe by optimizing the carrier concentration. This study demonstrates the significance of Mn alloying in enhancing the performance of Ag-doped n-type PbTe by creating a hierarchical structure to suppress thermal transport and improving the Seebeck coefficient.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Review
Chemistry, Physical
Xiaoyan Wang, Meiqi Geng, Shengjun Sun, Qian Xiang, Shiyuan Dong, Kai Dong, Yongchao Yao, Yan Wang, Yingchun Yang, Yongsong Luo, Dongdong Zheng, Qian Liu, Jianming Hu, Qian Wu, Xuping Sun, Bo Tang
Summary: This review provides a comprehensive analysis of the progress and challenges in the field of bifunctional electrocatalysts and efficient electrolyzers for seawater splitting. It summarizes recent advancements and proposes future perspectives for highly efficient bifunctional electrocatalysts and electrolyzers.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Jason K. Phong, Christopher B. Cooper, Lukas Michalek, Yangju Lin, Yuya Nishio, Yuran Shi, Huaxin Gong, Julian A. Vigil, Jan Ilavsky, Ivan Kuzmenko, Zhenan Bao
Summary: Dynamic block copolymers (DBCPs) combine the phase separation of traditional block copolymers with the supramolecular self-assembly of periodic dynamic polymers, resulting in the spontaneous self-assembly of high aspect ratio nanofibers with well-ordered PEG and PDMS domains. DBCPs with a periodic block sequence exhibit superior properties compared to those with a random sequence, including delayed onset of terminal flow and higher ionic conductivity values.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Hong Kyu Lee, Yasaswini Oruganti, Jonghyeon Lee, Seunghee Han, Jihan Kim, Dohyun Moon, Min Kim, Dae-Woon Lim, Hoi Ri Moon
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Bommaramoni Yadagiri, Sanjay Sandhu, Ashok Kumar Kaliamurthy, Francis Kwaku Asiam, Jongdeok Park, Appiagyei Ewusi Mensah, Jae-Joon Lee
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Joaquin Martinez-Ortigosa, Reisel Millan, Jorge Simancas, Manuel Hernandez-Rodriguez, J. Alejandro Vidal-Moya, Jose L. Jorda, Charlotte Martineau-Corcos, Vincent Sarou-Kanian, Mercedes Boronat, Teresa Blasco, Fernando Rey
Summary: This study investigates the synthesis of all-silica RTH zeolites using triisopropyl(methyl)phosphonium as the organic SDA. The results show the formation of two distinct crystalline phases under different synthesis conditions, with fluoride bonding to different silicon sites. It demonstrates the possibility of controlling the placement of fluoride in RTH zeolites through synthesis conditions.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Luyao Zheng, Cong Liu, Wenbiao Zhang, Boxu Gao, Tianlan Yan, Yahong Zhang, Xiaoming Cao, Qingsheng Gao, Yi Tang
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Carlos A. Campos-Roldan, Raphael Chattot, Frederic Pailloux, Andrea Zitolo, Jacques Roziere, Deborah J. Jones, Sara Cavaliere
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Sara Frank, Mads Folkjaer, Mads L. N. Nielsen, Melissa J. Marks, Henrik S. Jeppesen, Marcel Ceccato, Simon J. L. Billinge, Jacopo Catalano, Nina Lock
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JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Zi-Yang Zhang, Hao Tian, Han Jiao, Xin Wang, Lei Bian, Yuan Liu, Nithima Khaorapapong, Yusuke Yamauchi, Zhong-Li Wang
Summary: By constructing Cu-0-Cu+-NH2 composite interfaces with the assistance of SiO2, the electrochemical CO2 reduction reaction (CO2RR) achieves high Faraday efficiency and current density for C2+ production, improving the productivity of carbon cycle.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)
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Chemistry, Physical
Ting Wang, Ruijuan Zhang, Pengda Zhai, Mingjie Li, Xinying Liu, Chaoxu Li
Summary: This study successfully exfoliated COFs using a simple electrochemical method, which resulted in improved photocatalytic performance for COFs and enriched the fabrication approach of COF exfoliation.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS CHEMISTRY A
(2024)