Results 11 to 20 of about 3,114,142 (295)
Nature CommunicationsPiezoceramic membranes have emerged as a prominent solution for membrane fouling control. However, the prevalent use of toxic lead and limitations of vibration-based anti-fouling mechanism impede their wider adoption in water treatment.
Yang Zhao +3 more
doaj +2 more sources
Research Progress of Marine Anti-Fouling Coatings
CoatingsThe extended immersion of ships in seawater frequently results in biofouling, a condition characterized by the accumulation of marine organisms such as barnacles and algae.
Shuo Wu, Yuantao Zhao, Wenge Li
exaly +2 more sources
Advances in the Synthesis and Application of Anti-Fouling Membranes Using Two-Dimensional Nanomaterials [PDF]
Membranes, 2021 This article provides a comprehensive review of the recent progress in the application of advanced two-dimensional nanomaterials (2DNMs) in membranes fabrication and application for water purification.
Asif Shahzad +6 more
doaj +2 more sources
Development of anti-fouling endoscope tip hood for gastrointestinal endoscopy [PDF]
Scientific ReportsThe contamination of the endoscope tip lens results in poor endoscopic imaging. To prevent the adsorption of contaminants, we applied a soft contact lens made of 2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate hydrogel to the tip of a gastrointestinal endoscope ...
Yusaku Shimamoto +6 more
doaj +2 more sources
A review on polyurethane anti-fouling coatings
Corrosion CommunicationsIn the development of marine industry, marine bio-fouling caused a significant impact on the economy and ecology. Thus, it is urgent to develop high-performance coatings with outstanding anti-fouling and biologically resistant properties.
Junwei Hu +4 more
doaj +2 more sources
Dual‐Crosslinked Betaine‐Based Amphiphilic Hydrogel as a Promising Vitreous Substitute: Anti‐Adhesion, Anti‐Fouling, and Anti‐Cell Proliferation [PDF]
Advanced ScienceDeveloping an ideal vitreous substitute remains a significant challenge in ophthalmic surgery. This study introduces a novel dual‐crosslinked betaine‐based amphiphilic polymer hydrogel (BAPHs) synthesized via in situ free radical copolymerization.
Yuting Cai +8 more
doaj +2 more sources
Bioactive Materials, 2019 Marine resources and industry have become one of the most important pillars in economic development all over the world. However, corrosion of materials is always the most serious problem to the infrastructure and equipment served in marine environment ...
Yangfan Li, Chengyun Ning
doaj +3 more sources
Bio-inspired Surfaces for Fouling Resistance, A Review [PDF]
E3S Web of Conferences, 2021 Fouling causes serious problems in daily lives and mass industrial processes. Modern industry has made lots of artificial anti-fouling surfaces especially bio-inspired surfaces with some effective strategies to tackle the fouling issue.
Xu Yichun, Yang Lixinhao, Zhang Haoran
doaj +1 more source
Analysis and Solutions of Marine Biofouling on Coarse Grids in the CFI Circulating Water Filtration System of a Nuclear Power Plant [PDF]
Cailiao Baohu, 2022 In order to solve the serious problem of marine biofouling on coarse grids in the CFI (circulating water filtration) system of a certain nuclear power plant, the operation conditions of the coarse grid, the reasons for marine biofouling and the existing ...
TIAN Bing
doaj +1 more source
Plasma Activation and its Nanoconfinement Effects Boost Surface Anti‐Biofouling Performance
Advanced Materials Interfaces, 2023 Although plasma treatment can alter polymer surface wettability and adhesiveness, scant attention has been given to plasma effects across scales and their anti‐fouling performance.
Nasim Mahmoodi +3 more
doaj +1 more source