Broccoli-Inspired Fractal Superhydrophobic Surface

Survives 2800 abrasion cycles

Self-similar multilevel fractal structure inspired by Romanesco broccoli greatly improves durability, retaining near-original contact angle after harsh abrasion.

Xiao, Liu · Wang, Wenjun · Pan, Aifei · Mei, Xuesong · Liu, Bin · Wang, Haitao

Surfaces and Interfaces 2025

Specifications

angle rolling angle

{'zh': '162.21', 'en': '<1'} °

压力下

{'zh': '2800', 'en': ''} 次

磨损后滑动角

{'zh': '37.92', 'en': ''} °

Advantages

Significant self-cleaning effect