Gao Hui, Yin Tianjun, Ma Jieyin, Zhou Yuqin, Li Ke, Bao Jiayi
School of Aeronautic Science and Engineering, Beihang University, Beijing 100191, China.
College of Aeronautical Engineering, Civil Aviation University of China, Tianjin 300300, China.
Molecules. 2025 Apr 22;30(9):1865. doi: 10.3390/molecules30091865.
Photothermal superhydrophobic surfaces with micro/nano-structured morphologies have emerged as promising candidates for anti-icing and deicing applications due to their exceptional water repellency and efficient solar-to-thermal conversion. These surfaces synergistically integrate the passive icephobicity of superhydrophobic coatings with the active heating capability of photothermal materials, offering energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solutions for sectors such as aviation, wind energy, and transportation. Hence, they have received widespread attention in recent years. This review provides a comprehensive overview of recent advances in photothermal superhydrophobic coatings, focusing on their anti-icing/deicing mechanisms, surface wettability, and photothermal conversion performance for anti-icing/deicing applications. Special emphasis is placed on material categories, including metals and their compounds, carbon-based materials, and polymers, analyzing their structural features and application effectiveness. Furthermore, the application of anti-icing/deicing in various fields is described. Finally, perspectives on future development are presented, including pursuing fluorine-free, cost-effective, and multifunctional coatings to meet the growing demand for innovative, sustainable anti-icing/deicing technologies.
具有微/纳米结构形态的光热超疏水表面因其卓越的疏水性和高效的太阳能-热能转换能力，已成为防冰和除冰应用的有前景的候选材料。这些表面将超疏水涂层的被动疏冰性与光热材料的主动加热能力协同整合，为航空、风能和交通运输等领域提供了节能且环保的解决方案。因此，它们近年来受到了广泛关注。本综述全面概述了光热超疏水涂层的最新进展，重点关注其防冰/除冰机制、表面润湿性以及用于防冰/除冰应用的光热转换性能。特别强调了材料类别，包括金属及其化合物、碳基材料和聚合物，分析了它们的结构特征和应用效果。此外，还描述了防冰/除冰在各个领域的应用。最后，给出了对未来发展的展望，包括追求无氟、经济高效且多功能的涂层，以满足对创新、可持续防冰/除冰技术不断增长的需求。
