Dropwise condensation (DWC) on non-wetting surfaces has remarkable potential to
enhance heat transfer performance compared to filmwise condensation on wetting …

With the continuous development and extensive research of electrocatalytic technology, the
unclear dynamic catalytic reaction process limits the in-depth study of reaction regulation …

Sea squirt, as a highly invasive species and main biofouling source in marine aquaculture,
has seriously threatened the biodiversity and aquaculture economy. On the other hand, a …

The accretion of frost on heat exchanging surfaces through the freezing of condensed water
in cold and humid environments significantly reduces the operating efficiency of air-source …

Solid-liquid interactions are central to diverse processes. The interaction strength can be
described by the solid-liquid interfacial free energy (γ SL), a quantity that is difficult to …

Surface condensation control strategies are crucial but commonly require relatively tedious,
time-consuming, and expensive techniques for surface-chemical and topographical …

The calculation of the interfacial free energy between two thermodynamic phases is crucial
across various fields, including materials science, chemistry, and condensed matter physics …

Micro and nanostructures can delay frost and ice buildup, improve defrosting efficiency, and
reduce water retention. Here, we examine the impact of nanostructures on aluminum …

The theory of interfacial properties in liquid-liquid or liquid-vapour systems is nearly 200
years old. The advent of computational tools has greatly advanced the field, mainly through …

Laser fabrication of metallic superhydrophobic surfaces (SHSs) for anti-frosting has recently
attracted considerable attention. Effective anti-frosting SHSs require the efficient removal of …