Anti-ice coatings
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Multifunctional MXene coating offers anti-icing and self-healing
Researchers have developed a multifunctional polyurethane coating combining polydopamine-modified MXene with a Diels-Alder reversible network. The hybrid system delivers anti-icing performance, long-term...
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Fluorine-free superhydrophobic coating sets new standards for durability and eco-friendly performance
A robust, fluorine-free superhydrophobic coating demonstrates exceptional durability, anti-icing, corrosion resistance, and self-cleaning properties, offering sustainable solutions for multifunctional...
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Janus particle microcapsules enable innovative anti-icing coating with photothermal and superhydrophobic properties
Researchers have developed a multifunctional anti-icing coating that combines Janus particles and phase-change microcapsules to store thermal energy, efficiently utilise solar energy, and ensure outstanding...
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Abrasion-resistant coating against ice
Researchers have discovered that an abrasion-resistant coating produced by initiated chemical vapor deposition can effectively delay the formation of ice crystals and reduce the adhesion of ice layers....
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Review on superhydrophobic coating for blade of wind turbines
To achieve the goal of carbon neutrality and peak carbon dioxide emissions, and reduce the development and utilisation of fossil energy, wind power, as a typical clean energy source, has the advantages...
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New way to long-lasting deicing
Researchers have presented sturdy oil-impregnated polyurethane coatings with long-lasting and high-efficient deicing performance.
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Super slippery surface for heritage conservation
A new paper introduces a biomimetic super slippery surface with excellent and durable anti-icing property for immovable heritage conservation.
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Anti-icing with photothermal conversion materials
A new review article gives an overview on the recent progresses in anti-icing and deicing applications of photothermal conversion materials.
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Durable anti-icing coating
Researchers describe a mechanically robust superhydrophobic polyurethane coating for anti-icing application.
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Wind turbines coating for anti-icing applications
Researchers have demonstrated the use of an electrothermal superhydrophobic epoxy nanocomposite coating for anti-icing/deicing of wind turbines.
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Wave-transparent anti-icing coating
In a new work, an electrothermal film with two-dimensional periodic structural MWCNTs-polymer is proposed to improve its electromagnetic transmittance and address the issue of strong reflection.
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Bio-inspired coating for anti-icing applications
Reserachers have decribed a surface with a reversible superhydrophobic and slippery performance, similar to Lotus leaves and fish skin, that can significantly improve the anti-icing and de-icing performance....
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For polar regions: Robust anti-icing surface
A new project presents a robust and reusable lubricant-infused surface with anticorrosion and anti-icing properties.
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Graphite flakes based anti-icing coatings
Scientists recently described electrothermal/photothermal superhydrophobic coatings based on micro/nano graphite flakes for efficient anti-icing and de-icing.