Innovative water -repellent coating: description and application
At the University of Sydney, scientists invented a special coating that can maintain the surface of any material from the harmful effects of moisture. This coating has an innovative structure, because it is made of spherical nanoparticles clusters. They are binded by a very strong way, while reminding raspberries in the shape of a berry. In addition to maintaining the surface of the object dry, similar material, depending on the type of elements used, can also absorb moisture, which is achieved by using charged particles.
Nature itself was able to inspire scientists to such an invention. Inventors thought about a feature of rose petals to push water. Therefore, the scientists have learned to create a material capable of both pushing moisture and absorb it. In addition, the surface will not need cleaning, bacteria will not fall on it. Moreover, even fungus and mold will not be able to develop in such conditions. Similar information sounded in a statement by the leading researcher Andrew Telford.
Where can the use of innovative material be found? First of all, this is the construction area. This coating could also provide excellent assistance in getting rid of excessive condensate collected in the cabins of aircraft. In medicine, such material could also find good use, as it is resistant to any type of bacteria. Therefore, it can be easily used outside the sterile operating rooms.