Robust and durable surperhydrophobic F-DLC coating for anti-icing in aircrafts engineering
Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews (RGC: 21, 22, 62) › 21_Publication in refereed journal › peer-review
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Original language | English |
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Article number | 126468 |
Journal / Publication | Surface and Coatings Technology |
Volume | 404 |
Online published | 2 Oct 2020 |
Publication status | Published - 25 Dec 2020 |
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Abstract
The nose cones of plane engines adjust the airflow direction and guarantee steady operation but they are vulnerable to icing at high altitude leading to potential hazards and accidents. Superhydrophobicity is effective against icing but most organic superhydrophobic materials are not suitable for engineering applications. Herein, a mechanically robust superhydrophobic coating is prepared on stainless steel by incorporating laser-textured micro/nano structures into the plasma-coated multilayered structure of Cr/CrC/DLC/F-DLC. The multilayered coating shows a stable surface contact angle of >150° in addition of robust mechanical properties even in harsh environments such as prolonged ultraviolet light irradiation, wear, and corrosion. Tests conducted under simulated working conditions reveal significantly reduced ice accumulation on the coating because of easy roll-off of droplets consequently giving rise to excellent anti-icing properties.
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- Anti-icing, Engineering applications, F-DLC, Mechanical properties, Superhydrophobicity
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Robust and durable surperhydrophobic F-DLC coating for anti-icing in aircrafts engineering. / Liu, Liangliang; Tang, Wei; Ruan, Qingdong et al.
In: Surface and Coatings Technology, Vol. 404, 126468, 25.12.2020.Research output: Journal Publications and Reviews (RGC: 21, 22, 62) › 21_Publication in refereed journal › peer-review