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Novel PTFE/PI Nanofibrous Composite Membranes Enabling High‐Flux Desalination and Durable Anti‐Scaling in Membrane Distillation

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, Volume 9, Issue 5, September 2026.
Schematic illustration comparing the MD performance of pure PTFE NFMs and PTFE/PI NFMs. Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) membranes are widely recognized for their low surface energy and strong resistance to salt accumulation in membrane distillation (MD) processes.
Yuan Liu, Guangda Wang, Xiaoying Wei, Xuefeng Zhu, Rujia Zou, Zheyi Meng, Liping Zhu, Meifang Zhu   +7 more
wiley   +1 more source

One-step sprayable durable superhydrophobic coatings based on discrete epoxy binders: fabrication and performance. [PDF]

RSC Adv
Liu X, Liu X, Zhang X, Wang L.
europepmc   +1 more source

Fish Scales: A Multifunctional Biomaterial from Nature

ENERGY &ENVIRONMENTAL MATERIALS, Volume 9, Issue 5, September 2026.
Fish scales demonstrate nature's solution to impact protection through overlapping multilayered architecture. This biological design combines mineralized surfaces with collagen networks to achieve both flexibility and fracture resistance. The structural principles inspire advanced protective materials and biomedical implants, where damage tolerance ...
Liyao Dong, Xiaojie Sun, Xiguang Chen
wiley   +1 more source

Roles of adhesives in forming mechanically robust superhydrophobic coatings. [PDF]

Chem Sci
Wei J, Mao M, Li B, Zhang J.
europepmc   +1 more source

Strength and Hydrophobicity of Superhydrophobic Concrete Based on Hydration Products and Surface Microstructure: Influence of Curing Temperature, Humidity, and Mesh-Coating. [PDF]

Materials (Basel)
Zhou K, Luo J, Wang Y, Yang L, Chen C, Liu W, Xu Y.   +6 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Structure–Function–Stability Relationships of Polyphenol‐Based Food Preservation Systems Across Major Polyphenol Classes

Food Frontiers, Volume 7, Issue 5, September 2026.
Polyphenol stabilization and integration enable active food packaging with antioxidant, antimicrobial, freshness indicating, and controlled‐release functions under real storage conditions. ABSTRACT Polyphenols are increasingly explored as functional components in active and intelligent food preservation systems because of their antioxidant ...
Simin Wang, Yan Liu, Yangkun Xing, Minxuan Fan, Jianfeng Wang, Li Fan, Bo Xia   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

Hydrophobic and Superhydrophobic Coatings: Materials, Fabrication Strategies, and Durability Challenges. [PDF]

Int J Mol Sci
Shapagina NA, Dushik VV.
europepmc   +1 more source

Beyond Thermal Comfort: A Comprehensive Review of Multifunctional Personal Thermal Management Wearables

FlexTech, Volume 2, Issue 2, Page 48-79, September 2026.
Regulation strategies, material platforms, and application scenarios of personal thermal management wearables. ABSTRACT Personal thermal management (PTM) has emerged as a vital frontier for protecting individual health, mitigating societal energy burdens, and combating global climate change.
Zhihan Zhang, Haiwen Luan
wiley   +1 more source

Functional surface engineering for cultural heritage protection: the role of superhydrophobic and superoleophobic coatings - a comprehensive review. [PDF]

Beilstein J Nanotechnol
Lama GC, Lavorgna M, Verdolotti L, Recupido F, Buonocore GG, Bhushan B.   +5 more
europepmc   +1 more source

Recent advances in multifunctional soft robots: A materials–structures–systems co‐design perspective for synergistic integration

FlexMat, Volume 3, Issue 3, Page 452-501, September 2026.
Abstract Soft robots, engineered from highly compliant materials, offer superior adaptability and safety in unstructured environments compared to their rigid counterparts. Recent advancements, fueled by bio‐inspiration and material programmability, have led to the rapid co‐evolution of their core modules: actuation, sensing, protection, energy, and ...
Qiulei Liu, Zicao Peng, Chong Sun, Haitao Yang   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source