Recent Advances in Superhydrophobic Materials Development for Maritime Applications.

ABSTRACT: Underwater superhydrophobic surfaces stand as a promising frontier in materials science, holding immense potential for applications in underwater infrastructure, vehicles, pipelines, robots, and sensors. Despite this potential, widespread commercial adoption of these surfaces faces limitations, primarily rooted in challenges related to material durability and the stability of the air plastron during prolonged submersion. Factors such as pressure, flow, and temperature further complicate the operational viability of underwater superhydrophobic technology. This comprehensive review navigates the evolving landscape of underwater superhydrophobic technology, providing a deep dive into the introduction, advancements, and innovations in design, fabrication, and testing techniques. Recent breakth

SUBMITTER: Tang ZQ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11040384 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature