Abstract
A simple and time-saving approach for preparing self-cleaning superhydrophobic silica coatings using a dip-coating technique is reported in this study. Commercially available silica particles were modified with methyl groups using methyltrichlorosilane as a modifying agent. By adopting a multi-layer deposition process, a superhydrophobic silica coating with a water contact angle of 153°±2° and roll-off angle of 8°±1° was obtained. The prepared silica coating exhibited excellent self-cleaning performance; moreover, it was able to maintain superhydrophobicity under the impact of a water jet. This method could be an effective strategy for fabricating self-cleaning superhydrophobic surfaces for promising industrial applications.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 3017-3023 |
Number of pages | 7 |
Journal | Ceramics International |
Volume | 41 |
Issue number | 2 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2015 Mar 1 |
Keywords
- Dip coating
- Interface
- Self-cleaning
- Silica
- Superhydrophobic
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Materials
- Ceramics and Composites
- Process Chemistry and Technology
- Surfaces, Coatings and Films
- Materials Chemistry