Abstract
The University of Central Florida invention offers a biodegradable hydrophobic or omniphobic coating with tailorable properties for various applications. The technology’s hydrophobic modifications, surface functionalization, and surface roughness modifications enable low contact angle hysteresis for easy roll-off and self-cleaning properties.
The UCF composite is based on polymer substrate(s) or functionalized polymer substrate(s), filler(s), inorganic(s), binder(s), lycopodium, or a combination of materials. The lycopodium may be functionalized with suitable end groups for better adhesion or to impart beneficial properties. The polymer(s) and other constituents may be deposited on the substrate by various methods including spin coating, dip coating, spray coating, sputter coating, electrospinning, solvent casting, or extrusion. Binders and chemicals are incorporated in suitable chronology with or without the solvents of choice.
Partnering Opportunity
The research team is seeking partners for licensing, research collaboration, or both.
Stage of Development
Prototype available.
Benefit
Inexpensive, easy fabricationNon-toxic as well as biodegradable and biocompatible materialsFlexibile substrateIncludes the effects of dynamic contact angles and contact angle hysteresis values to determine super-repellent behavior of the coated surfacesMarket Application
Hydrophobic fabricsBandages and wound healingBiosafe superhydrophobic coatingsDust repellency
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