Method for manufacturing low-friction and anti-fouling surfaces biomimicking the epidermis of marine organisms

Method for Manufacturing Low-Friction and Anti-Fouling Surfaces Biomimicking Marine Organism Skin

This technology describes a method for manufacturing low-friction and anti-fouling surfaces with lubricant-containing spherical cavities, biomimicking the mucus secretion structure of marine organisms.

Existing anti-fouling surfaces had limitations, as their performance degraded over time, necessitating frequent repainting of ship hulls.

This technology maintains excellent drag reduction and anti-fouling performance over a long period by retaining liquid lubricant within spherical cavities and preventing its loss. It can also be applied to large-area surfaces.

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Key Features:

• Biomimicry of marine organism mucus secretion structure
• Surface with lubricant-containing spherical cavities
• Introduction of oleophobic nanoparticles to prevent lubricant loss
• Long-lasting low-friction and anti-fouling performance and large-area application