Biomimetic Liquid-Repellent Surfaces by Ultrafast Laser Processing

This review is focused on the realization of liquid-repellent surfaces, inspired by two biological models: “dry” superhydrophobic leaves and “slippery” liquid-repellent carnivorous plants using ultrafast laser processing. After a short introduction to a biomim...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Elena Fadeeva, Boris Chichkov
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2018-08-01
Series:Applied Sciences
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/2076-3417/8/9/1424