Review: Advances in bioinspired ice-proof surfaces
Bionic superhydrophobic ice-proof surfaces inspired by natural biology show great potential in daily life. They have attracted wide research interest due to their promising and wide applications in offshore equipment, transportation, power transmission, communication, energy, etc.
The flourishing development of superhydrophobic ice-proof surfaces has been witnessed due to the availability of various fabrication methods. These surfaces can effectively inhibit the accumulation of ice, thereby ensuring the safety of human life and property. A recently published review highlights the latest advances in bio-inspired superhydrophobic ice-proof materials. Firstly, several familiar cold-resistant creatures with well-organised texture structures are listed briefly, which provide an excellent template for the design of bioinspired ice-proof surfaces.
Progress in improving the durability of ice-proof surfaces
Next, the advantages and disadvantages of the current techniques for the preparation of superhydrophobic ice-proof surfaces are also analysed in depth. Subsequently, the theoretical knowledge on icing formation and three passive ice-proof strategies are introduced in detail. Afterward, the recent progress in improving the durability of ice-proof surfaces is emphasised. Finally, the remaining challenges and promising breakthroughs in this field are briefly discussed.
The rewview has been published in Nanoscale, Issue 16, 2022.
