| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1662659 | Surface and Coatings Technology | 2007 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
This paper shows the deposition of superhydrophobic PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene) films on FTO (fluorine doped tin oxide) coated glass slides, employing the electrospray technique, using a commercial PTFE particle suspension in water. Water contact angles as high as 167° were measured on the PTFE surface. Water drop sliding angles at 2° show a very low contact angle hysteresis. Scanning electron and atomic force microscopy images show the typical rough micro/nanostructure required for superhydrophobicity.
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Authors
E. Burkarter, C.K. Saul, F. Thomazi, N.C. Cruz, L.S. Roman, W.H. Schreiner,