Application of superhydrophobic in energy storage

Are superhydrophobic surfaces suitable for energy-related applications?

The superhydrophobic surfaces have potential applications and are worthy further investigations. We provide here a review of the fabrications, characterization and the emerging energy-related applications of superhydrophobic surfaces on the basis of the recent progresses of the research and development in this field.

What are the new applications of superhydrophobicity?

In this paper we will discuss the recent theoretical advances in superhydrophobicity, the relation of superhydrophobicity to the more general type of “superphobic” surfaces, and new potential applications of superphobicity such as new energy technology, green engineering, underwater applications including antifouling, and optical applications.

Can superhydrophobic surfaces improve system performance?

Recent progress on superhydrophobic surfaces is reviewed. The superhydrophobic surfaces are gradually used in the energy-related applications. Application of superhydrophobic surfaces can enhance the system performance. The further research topics are proposed.

Can superhydrophobic features be functionalized on metal surfaces?

If the superhydrophobic features can be functionalized on various metal surfaces, it will be significant and beneficial in many industrial applications for saving energy and energy storage . For example, it can drag reduction, anti-fouling, and enhance heat transfer performance.

What makes superhydrophobic surfaces unique?

The uniqueness of superhydrophobic surfaces arises from various phenomenal advances, and its progress is expected to continue for decades in the future. In this Review Article, we discuss recent progress made in defining physical aspects of numerical modeling, experimental practices adopted, and applications of superhydrophobic surfaces.

Can superhydrophobic surfaces be used as heat transfer surfaces?

Therefore, it is necessary to investigate the boiling heat transfer on superhydrophobic surfaces. The hydrophobic (PTFE) and superhydrophobic (SWR (super-water-repellent)) surfaces were used as heat transfer surfaces in the pool boiling experiments .