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Formation of Wrinkled Nanostructures via Surface–Bulk Curing Disparity in Ethyl Cyanoacrylate: Toward Superhydrophobic Surface Applications

Nanomaterials
Superhydrophobic surfaces, known for their exceptional water-repellent properties with contact angles exceeding 150°, are highly regarded for their effectiveness in applications including self-cleaning, antifouling, and ice prevention.
Changwoo Lee, Heon-Ju Choi, Kyungeun Jeong, Kyungjun Lee, Handong Cho   +4 more
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Printed Wearable Sweat Rate Sensor for Continuous In Situ Perspiration Measurement

Advanced Intelligent Systems, Volume 7, Issue 3, March 2025.
A wireless wearable sweat rate sensor system is presented, featuring digital 3D direct‐write printing on a flexible substrate with microfluidic layers for continuous, real‐time monitoring. Printed encapsulated metal electrodes are used for capacitance measurements, achieving high sensitivity (0.01 μL min−1) while maintaining a compact and lightweight ...
Mohammad Shafiqul Islam, Sangwon Cha, Md Farhad Hassan, Wenxin Cai, Tahsin Sejat Saniat, Cedar Rose Leach, Yasser Khan   +6 more
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An Exploratory Study on Graphene‐Based Hybrid Epoxy Coatings for Corrosion Resistance and Self‐Healing

Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Corrosion of metallic process equipment in chemical, marine, and offshore industries leads to significant maintenance costs and safety concerns. Conventional epoxy coatings, though widely applied, often deteriorate under harsh conditions due to microcracking, moisture ingress and lack of self‐healing capability.
Thean Nam Low, Peck Loo Kiew, Mui Yen Ho, Ping Ping Chung, Maxine Swee Li Yee, Muhammad Fadhirul Izwan Abdul Malik   +5 more
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Development of a Novel Superhydrophobic Sawdust–Perspex Composite Disc for Efficient Oil–Water Separation

Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Water pollution by oil and organic substances causes serious problems that threaten the ecosystem. Superhydrophobic materials represent an effective solution for removing oil from water. The present paper investigates the development of a low‐cost, superhydrophobic composite for oil–water separation.
Zienab A. Ahmed
wiley   +1 more source

Biopolymer‐Coated Paper Composites for Sustainable Packaging

Asia-Pacific Journal of Chemical Engineering, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Conventional plastic packaging, though dominant in food and flexible applications, poses serious environmental concerns due to its persistence and limited recyclability. To address this challenge, this study develops bio‐based coated paper composites as sustainable alternatives. Paper, while biodegradable, lacks adequate barrier properties. To
Shane Annabella Nusa Pratiwi, Peter J. Halley, Emilie Gauthier   +2 more
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SUPERHYDROPHOBIC SURFACES FOR DRAG REDUCTION

Istituto Lombardo - Accademia di Scienze e Lettere - Rendiconti di Scienze, 2014
Properties of superhydrophobic materials are examined in light of their possible use for drag reduction in naval applications. To achieve superhydrophobicity a low-surface-energy material must be structured so as to minimize the liquid-solid interactions.
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Fiber‐type soft bioelectronics for wearable and implantable sensing and therapy

BMEMat, EarlyView.
Fiber‐type soft bioelectronics are emerging as versatile platforms for wearable and implantable health monitoring and therapeutic applications. These bioelectronics use organic and inorganic matrices combined with advanced fillers, which feature high conductivity, electrochemical sensitivity, softness, and biocompatibility.
Haneul Kim, Hak Yong Kim, Ja Hoon Koo, Gi Doo Cha, Dae‐Hyeong Kim, Hye Jin Kim   +5 more
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Toward personalized healthcare: Advances in two‐dimensional nanomaterial‐based flexible electrochemical sensors for physiological monitoring

BMEMat, EarlyView.
This review provides an overview of the properties, composites and application of two‐dimensional (2D) nanomaterials for wearable electrochemical biosensors. Also, the challenges and future prospects of utilizing 2D nanomaterials in wearable electrochemical biosensor applications are discussed.
Kou Zhang, Lu Han, He‐Qing Cai, Xin‐Yu Xue, Yi‐Fei Song, Wu‐Lin Xin, Ying‐Ze Wang, Peng Liu, Juan Liu   +8 more
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Recent Strategies Toward Durable and Ion‐Tolerant Transition Metal‐Based Electrocatalysts in Seawater Electrolysis

Carbon Energy, EarlyView.
Recent strategies address these challenges through ion‐specific regulation, encompassing chloride‐tolerant and chloride‐regulating anodes together with cathode designs that suppress OH− accumulation and Mg2+/Ca2+ coupling. This ion‐management‐oriented framework provides general guidelines for achieving stable, selective, and scalable seawater ...
Lina Li, Wenda Zhang, Xinti Yu, Ning Han, Zhangxing Chen, Heng Zhao   +5 more
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Polyvinylidene Fluoride: A Growing Specialty Polymer with Many Facets

Chinese Journal of Chemistry, EarlyView.
Comprehensive Summary Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF), the second largest produced fluoropolymer, exhibits outstanding chemical, physical, electroactive and electrochemical properties and is involved in many High‐Tech applications. This review reports recent novelties in synthesis, characterization, processes and applications. Recent preparation studies
Bruno Améduri
wiley   +1 more source