Abstract
This work is concerned with the design, development, and testing of nanostructured polymer surfaces with self-cleaning properties that can be manufactured by injection molding. In particular, the superimposed micro- and nanometer length scales of the so-called Lotus effect were investigated in detail with an engineering perspective on choice of materials and manufacturability by injection molding. Microscope slides with superhydrophobic properties were succesfully fabricated. Preliminary results indicate a contact angle increase from 95° for the unstructured polymer to a maximum 150°. The lowest drop roll off angles observed were in the range 1° to 5°.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Technical Proceedings of the 2012 NSTI Nanotechnology Conference and Expo |
Publication date | 2012 |
Pages | 722-725 |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
Event | Nanotech 2012: Conference & Expo - Santa Clara Convention Center, Santa Clara, United States Duration: 18 Jun 2012 → 21 Jun 2012 Conference number: 15 |
Conference
Conference | Nanotech 2012 |
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Number | 15 |
Location | Santa Clara Convention Center |
Country/Territory | United States |
City | Santa Clara |
Period | 18/06/2012 → 21/06/2012 |
Keywords
- Contact angle
- Exhibitions
- Films
- Hydrophobicity
- Injection molding
- Nanotechnology
- Polymers
- Nanocomposite films