| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 179630 | Electrochemistry Communications | 2013 | 4 Pages |
A novel and widely applicable method for creating superhydrophobic surface is demonstrated. Firstly, highly porous and hierarchically nano/micro-structured silica films are fabricated onto conducting substrates by electrodeposition. And then, an environmentally compliant organo-grouped alkoxysilane film is self-assembled onto the silica films to form a superhydrophobic surface. The achieved superhydrophobic surface shows satisfactory chemical stability both in acidic and basic conditions.
Graphical abstractFigure optionsDownload full-size imageDownload as PowerPoint slideHighlights► A superhydrophobic surface is fabricated on electrodeposited silica (E-SiO2) films. ► E-SiO2 films exhibit universality in superhydrophobic surface fabrication. ► High roughness of E-SiO2 films benefits the formation of superhydrophobicity.
