Two-phase internal flow is ubiquitous to many systems due to its ability to transfer large
amounts of heat effectively. Recent advances motivated by sustainability have pushed …

In recent years, superhydrophobic coatings on aluminum alloys have attracted great
attention due to their excellent anti-corrosion resistance. In this paper, the theoretical model …

Since their discovery a decade ago, slippery liquid infused porous surfaces (SLIPSs) or
lubricant infused surfaces (LISs) have been demonstrated time and again to have immense …

The rapid anthropomorphic emission of greenhouse gases is contributing to global climate
change, resulting in the increased frequency of extreme weather events, including …

The greater geometrical design freedom offered by additive manufacturing (AM) as
compared to the conventional manufacturing method has attracted increasing interest in AM …

Recent advancements in surface nano-engineering have spurred intense interests in their
implementation for enhancing condensation heat transfer. When appropriately designed …

The surface free energy of rare earth oxides (REOs) has been debated during the last
decade, with some reporting REOs to be intrinsically hydrophilic and others reporting …

Water vapor condensation on metallic surfaces is critical to a broad range of applications,
ranging from power generation to the chemical and pharmaceutical industries. Enhancing …

For the challenge of burgeoning anti-icing applications in the space vehicles and airplanes
territory, droplet self-dislodging phenomena provide a promising prospect owing to a …

The frost propagation process on surfaces plays a crucial role in the initial stages of surface
condensation frosting, making it a significant aspect of the entire process. To investigate the …