Triboelectrically Empowered Biomimetic Heterogeneous Wettability Surface for Efficient Fog Collection.
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DOI: 10.1021/acs.nanolett.4c03441
Abstract: Biomimetic engineering surfaces featuring heterogeneous wettability are vital for atmospheric water harvesting applications. Existing research predominantly focuses on the coordinated regulation of surface wettability through structural and chemical modifications, often overlooking the prevalent triboelectric charge… read more here.
Keywords: triboelectric charge; surface; heterogeneous wettability; wettability ... See more keywords
Bouncing dynamics and directional migration of two off-center droplets impacting on a homogeneous/heterogeneous wettability surface
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DOI: 10.1063/5.0228630
Abstract: Horizontal transport of droplets is important for anti-icing, self-cleaning, and water collection technologies. In this paper, the bouncing dynamics of two off-center droplets impacting on a solid surface are explored via numerical simulations. Two kinds… read more here.
Keywords: wettability surface; surface; heterogeneous wettability; droplet ... See more keywords
Enhanced air layer stability of hierarchical grooves with heterogeneous wettability surfaces
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DOI: 10.1063/5.0284950
Abstract: The air layer on the underwater vehicle effectively transforms solid–liquid contact into air–liquid contact, leading to a significant reduction in frictional resistance. However, the short reservation time and small volume of the air layer severely… read more here.
Keywords: air layer; air; step; heterogeneous wettability ... See more keywords