A microstructure determines macro functionality. A controlled periodic structure gives the
surface specific functions such as controlled structural color, wettability, anti-icing/frosting …

To deal with the hazards of ice accumulation in the industry and daily life, clean and efficient
anti-icing solutions are urgently needed. Solar energy is a powerful and clean energy …

Ice formation and accumulation on surfaces has a negative impact in many different sectors
and can even represent a potential danger. In this review, the latest advances and trends in …

Ice accumulation significantly affects the operation of infrastructure and the safety of
transportation. Passive icephobic materials utilize inherent properties to achieve anti-icing …

Anti-icing gels inhibit ice formation and accretion; however, current iterations face prevalent
drawbacks such as poor strength, weak substrate adhesion, and limited anti-icing …

Ice accretion endangers the safety and reliability of equipment operation in frigid regions.
Silicone polymer icephobic coatings present themselves as an effective strategy. However …

Outdoor icephobic coatings are prone to damage, particularly in extreme weather conditions
like freezing temperatures and acid rain. Damage to the coating will result in a loss of …

The accumulation of ice and snow will have a great impact on industry and people's lives.
People usually adopted active deicing method for deicing in the past, which is characterized …