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Long-lasting superhydrophobic surfaces underwater [19-09-2023]
Superhydrophobic surfaces submerged underwater are capable of trapping air, known as a plastron. However, plastrons to date have had a short lifespan, rendering them impractical for engineering applications. Ultra-slippery superhydrophobic titanium surfaces can conserve the air plastron for months. Our surfaces significantly decrease blood adhesion and impede bacteria, algae, barnacles, and mussels when submerged. The research just was published in Nature Material.
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