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What is The Lotus Effect in Detail? An Example of SiO2 and Other Hydrophobic Materials
The Lotus effect means the self-cleaning properties of the lotus flower that come out as a result of ultra-hydrophobicity. In this method, all the dirt particles are extracted out by water droplets because of the miniature work done on the surface as a result of which the adhesion of droplets is minimized.However, these properties are not only found in this flower but a few other flowers as well. They have a huge impact on the factors in which they play a role despite being at a certain level. T
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26th Jul 2021
Following the Natures Lead: Lotus Effect Self-Cleaning
Lotus effect is a coined
term for self-cleaning properties. The excellent water repellency and
self-cleaning ability of lotus leaves have inspired the construction of manmade
self-cleaning surfaces. The lotus effect is based on the micro/nano-structures creating
roughness on the surface and the hydrophobic wax coating on the lotus leave.These features make it difficult for dirt, dust, and water to adhere to the surface, helping to keep it clean. Such self-cleaning surfaces are utilized in va
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1st Sep 2020
Framed: Nanoparticles in Paints
The paint industry has also taken
full advantage of nanotechnology and has incorporated it to build more
efficient, durable, anti-corrosive, adhesive, and super flexible paints. With
the help of nanomaterials, the paints with anticorrosive, insect’s killer, self-cleaning
effects have come into existence. Therefore, this article aims to discuss such
paints and their role in detail.
Background
The anticorrosive protection by
means of organic coatings (anticorrosive paints) acts by diffe
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29th Jan 2020
Lotus Effect in Nanotechnology
The term
"lotus effect" refers to water repellency and self-cleaning, seen in
graphic mode as a drop that is kept on a surface instead of being absorbed. The
origin of this expression has to do with a flower, known as “lotus flower”,
which is a scientific mystery because it has not been possible to discover why
it does not get wet. The hydrophobic characteristic of the lotus flower has
been imitated for useful effects of human life, being one of the main tasks of
nanotechnology research.L
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26th Sep 2019