화학공학소재연구정보센터
Journal of Adhesion Science and Technology, Vol.30, No.10, 1059-1071, 2016
In situ preparation of recoverable superhydrophobic coatings for various environments
A superhydrophobic coating was synthesized by in-situ reaction of fumed silica nanoparticles and a co-precursor which contains methyltrimethoxysilane (MTMS), propyltrimethoxysilane (PTMS), and diphenyldimethoxysilane (DPDS). The superhydrophobic surface was achieved by the spray of above mixtures on the substrates. Micro/nano structure of the surface was controlled by the silica nanoparticles. The wetting behavior of the surface was enhanced after coated and obtained a maximum 154(o) static water contact angle and a minimum 1(o) sliding angle. The surface retained its superhydrophobicity as well as good corrosive resistance and adhesion at a high temperature of 460 degrees C. Damage to the superhydrophobic coatings caused by extremely low temperature or mechanical force could be easily repaired through a heat treatment or a new spray.