Synergy strategy of photocatalysts and polymer resins are promising technology for marine antifouling.However,it is still a main challenge to obtain a green,safe,and efficient antifouling coatings.Herein,carbon(graphe...Synergy strategy of photocatalysts and polymer resins are promising technology for marine antifouling.However,it is still a main challenge to obtain a green,safe,and efficient antifouling coatings.Herein,carbon(graphene or CNT)modified Ti O_(2)photocatalyst was synthesized via hydrothermal and annealing process and has successfully applied in acrylate fluoroboron polymer(ABFP)composite coating.Morphology and chemical composition were detailed characterized.The graphene or CNT acted as a bridge with supplemental spatial structures(petal gaps,entanglement)and new functional groups(C-O,C-Ti-O,etc.)on Ti O_(2)particle.Carbon nanotube(CNT)modified TiO_(2)-ABFP coatings(BTCP)achieved excellent antibacterial and anti-diatom adhesion rate of 89.3%-96.70%and 99.00%-99.50%,which was 1.84-4.94-fold more than that of the single ABFP.CNT or graphene served as electronic bridges was considered as the crucial mechanism,which significantly improved the light absorption range and capacity,conductivity,and photoelectric response of Ti O_(2),and further accelerated the generation and transfer of free radicals to the surface of BTCP or FTGP.Moreover,the improvement of catalyst activity synergizes with the smooth surface,hydrophilicity,and slow hydrolysis of composite coatings,achieved long-term and efficient antifouling performance.This work provides a new insight into the modification of Ti O_(2)and antifouling mechanism of polymer coating.展开更多
Marine biofouling is the undesired attachment and formation of marine organisms on surfaces,which adversely affects ship maintenance,economic costs,and ecosystem health.Despite remarkable advancements in antifouling c...Marine biofouling is the undesired attachment and formation of marine organisms on surfaces,which adversely affects ship maintenance,economic costs,and ecosystem health.Despite remarkable advancements in antifouling coatings,developing formulations that simultaneously achieve environmental benign and high antifouling performances remains a critical challenge.Herein,drawing inspiration from the natural antifouling mechanisms including the superhydrophobicity of lotus leaves and biochemical defense of coral mucus,we developed a Superhydrophobic Antifouling Coating(SHAC)incorporating coral mucus-derived agents.This biomimetic design synergistically integrates physical anti-adhesion of superhydrophobic surfaces with chemical repellency of antifouling agents,yielding outstanding antifouling performance.The SHAC demonstrates remarkable durability(withstanding 100 abrasion cycles),sustained superhydrophobicity(contact angle>150°),and outstanding antifouling efficacy(92%bacterial and 96%algal inhibition).Marine field tests demonstrate significant reduction in fouling organism attachment over 30 days.Our work presents an eco-friendly and high-performance solution to marine biofouling,bridging the gap between sustainability and effectiveness in antifouling technology.展开更多
Bacterial contamination and marine biofouling are directly or indirectly impacting the economy,environment,and human health worldwide.Photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling technology is an effective method to p...Bacterial contamination and marine biofouling are directly or indirectly impacting the economy,environment,and human health worldwide.Photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling technology is an effective method to prevent microbial contamination and corrosion.Due to its eco-friendly nature,broad-spectrum bactericidal properties,and high efficiency,this method has recently received much attention.In this review,we have comprehensively discussed the photoinduced charge carriers transfer,main reactive oxygen species(ROS),the interactions among photocatalysts and microorganisms,as well as various antibacterial mechanisms such as oxidative stress,physical/mechanical destruction,photothermal effect,piezoelectric field effect,and triboelectric field.Different types of semiconductors,including TiO_(2),ZnO,CeO_(2),Cu-based semiconductors,Bi-based semiconductors,Ag-based semiconductors,g-C_(3)N_(4),MOF,and containing phosphorus photocatalysts are summarized in photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling activity.Besides,various improvement methods including morphological control,crystallizing,doping engineering,loading cocatalyst,and constructing heterojunction are discussed.Furthermore,a strategy for dramatically improving practice applications is proposed for the possibility of further antifouling applications.Challenges and prospects for the photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling method are also discussed to highlight design considerations.展开更多
In this study,we presented a wearable electrochemical sensor for accurate and reliable cortisol detection in sweat.The sensor was built upon a novel platform by combination of conducting polyaniline(PANI)hydrogel and ...In this study,we presented a wearable electrochemical sensor for accurate and reliable cortisol detection in sweat.The sensor was built upon a novel platform by combination of conducting polyaniline(PANI)hydrogel and hydrophilic polypeptides,endowing the sensor with superior antifouling property.PANI hydrogel's distinctive water storage characteristic and the attachment of numerous antifouling peptides(Pep)effectively prevent nonspecific adsorption in complex human sweat environment.This innovative configuration significantly enhanced the accuracy of cortisol detection in complex sweat samples.The prepared biosensor was able to achieve reliable cortisol detection in both buffer solution and artificial sweat,covering a detection concentration range from 10^(-10)to 10^(-6)g/m L,with the minimum detection limitation of 33 pg/m L.And this electrochemical biosensor demonstrated outstanding selectivity,excellent stability,and good reproducibility.Notably,the cortisol levels were measured in volunteers during both morning and evening.The observed data exhibited distinct circadian rhythm,consistenting with the results gained from commercially available enzyme-linked immunosorption(ELISA)kit.This wearable biosensor shows giant potential for monitoring cortisol levels in human sweat,enabling real-time evaluation for mental and stress state.展开更多
All maritime industries are plagued by marine biofouling pollution,which causes large economic and environmental costs.Therefore,there is an urgent need for ecofriendly alternatives that can effectively reduce the neg...All maritime industries are plagued by marine biofouling pollution,which causes large economic and environmental costs.Therefore,there is an urgent need for ecofriendly alternatives that can effectively reduce the negative consequences of biofouling pollution.This study aimed to produce novel capsaicin-inspired amide derivatives(CIADs)with multifunctional antifouling features by introducing amide compounds to aromatic compounds via a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction.The structure of the CIADs was characterized using FTIR,1H NMR,13C NMR,and HRMS,and the comprehensive antifouling capacity was determined by thermal stability,anti-ultraviolet,antibacterial,anti-algal,and marine field experiments.CIADs showed good thermal stability and did not show obvious weight loss before 226°C.2,4-dihydroxy-3,5-diphenylimidemet-hylbenzophenone(DDB)had an excellent ultraviolet absorption effect,which was even better than that of 2-hydroxy-4-(octyloxy)benzophenone.The antibacterial and anti-algal rates of N-(2,4-dimethyl-3-chloro-5-benzamide-methyl-6-hydroxybenzyl)benzamide(NDCBHB)were more than 99.5%and 64.0%,respectively,and the surface of antifouling coating with NDCBHB(NDCBHB-AC)was covered with only a small amount of sludge and biofilm,its antifouling effect was better than that of chlorothalonil.The above work provides a reference for preparing green and multifunctional antifouling agents.展开更多
Orthodontic appliances are essential for dentofacial deformity corrections.However,orthodontic appliances inadvertently increase the risk of bacterial colonization and dental calculus formation,which may lead to denta...Orthodontic appliances are essential for dentofacial deformity corrections.However,orthodontic appliances inadvertently increase the risk of bacterial colonization and dental calculus formation,which may lead to dental caries and gingivitis.Herein,this study developed a pH-responsive antifouling coating by integrating a zwitterionic hydrogel(ZH)with pH-responsive microcapsules(PRMs)encapsulating bactericide,displaying excellent synergies of anti-bacteria and anti-calculus for orthodontic appliances.The excellent antifouling properties can be attributed to two following points:ZH provides anti-adhesion properties via electrostatically induced hydration layers,while the PRMs can kill bacteria by on-demand bactericide release under acidic conditions.Results demonstrated that ZH+PRMs coating significantly reduced bacterial adhesion and inhibited calculus formation while maintaining excellent biocompatibility.By optimizing PRMs concentrations(0–15 wt%),compared with ZH,the antibacterial efficiency of ZH+PRMs(optimal concentration 10 wt%)increased from 49.8%±7.3%to 95.2%±1.1%for E.coli and from 85.7%±3.5%to 91.3%±1.4%for S.mutans.Compared with pristine steel(SS),ZH+PRMs coating showed ca.97.0%reduction for calcium carbonate and ca.87.3%reduction for calcium phosphate.In an in vitro model,compared with SS,our coating extended the crystal biofilm inhibition effect from one day to five days.Therefore,this study can provide promising strategies for reducing the risk of dental caries and gingivitis during orthodontic treatment.展开更多
The use of antifouling agents is suggested to be a promising method for protecting oceanic instruments from biological contamination.We developed a novel antifouling material doped with capsaicin(CAP)as a filler and m...The use of antifouling agents is suggested to be a promising method for protecting oceanic instruments from biological contamination.We developed a novel antifouling material doped with capsaicin(CAP)as a filler and montmorillonite(MMT)as a carrier for the practical application of CTD(conductivity,temperature,depth)protection.The optimal parameters for preparing the material were established,and the obtained material achieved the maximum CAP loading capacity of 32.74%.The proposed material exhibited great release properties in acidic environments,which is beneficial for reducing bacterial attachment.Furthermore,the optimal conditions(temperature,flow rate,and pressure in the aquatic environment)for a better release rate of the material were determined through a series of simulation tests in lab.It provided good guidance and basis for practical application of the material.The CAP@MMT composite showed excellent efficiency and effectiveness in preventing the attachment of microorganisms during the four-month marine field tests.In the subsequent experiments,the great properties of the antifouling material were further confirmed by retesting the conductivity of four instruments participating in marine field tests.The measuring errors of CTD protected by the antifouling material are both within 0.01 mS/cm,which is far lower than that of the other two instruments.展开更多
An all-solid-state ion-selective electrode(ISE)for the detection of potassium ions in complex media was developed based on functional peptides with both antibacterial and antifouling properties.While exhibiting unique...An all-solid-state ion-selective electrode(ISE)for the detection of potassium ions in complex media was developed based on functional peptides with both antibacterial and antifouling properties.While exhibiting unique antifouling property,the ISE capitalized on the high surface area of the conductive metalorganic framework(MOF)solid transducer layer to facilitate rapid ion-electron transfer,consequently improving the electrode stability.For a short period,the application of a±1 n A current to the ISE resulted in a slight potential drift of 2.5μV/s,while for a long-term stability test,the ISE maintained a stable Nernstian response slope over 8 days.The antifouling and antibacterial peptide effectively eradicated bacteria from the electrode surface while inhibited the adhesion of bacteria and other biological organisms.Both theoretical calculations and experimental results indicated that the incorporation of peptides in the sensing membrane did not compromise the detection performance of the ISE.The prepared antifouling potassium ion-selective electrode exhibited a Nernstian response range spanning from 1.0×10^(–8)mol/L to 1.0×10–3mol/L,with a detection limit of 2.51 nmol/L.Crucially,the prepared solid-contact ISE maintained excellent antifouling and sensing capabilities in actual seawater and human urine,indicating a promising feasibility of this strategy for constructing ISEs suitable for practical application in complex systems.展开更多
Superhydrophobic/superhydrophilic antifouling materials are widely used to solve the severe water pollution and bio-adhesion of marine equipment.However,conventional antifouling materials rely on the static superwetta...Superhydrophobic/superhydrophilic antifouling materials are widely used to solve the severe water pollution and bio-adhesion of marine equipment.However,conventional antifouling materials rely on the static superwettability of surfaces,which suffer from poorly sustained antifouling effects.Inspired by the unique dynamic antifouling strategies of Calliphora Vicina wing surface based on the hydrophobic micro-cilia arrays,a Biomimetic Magnetic-Responsive Antifouling Surface(BMRAS)is designed and fabricated using a method combining UV lithography and an inverse molding.The BMRAS is coated by high-aspect-ratio micro-cilia,which are filled with synthesized magnetic Fe3O4 nanoparticles.The bioinspired hydrophobic micro-cilia arrays endow the BMRAS with excellent intrinsic superhydrophobicity,benefiting from the high-aspect-ratio feature and roughness effect.Remarkably,the static contact angle is more than 156.9±1.6°and the rolling angle is less than 2.3±0.3°.The synthesized magnetic nanomaterials play a key role in implementing dynamic antifouling strategies.On the one hand,the surface tension can be adjusted as required under magnetically controlled oscillations.On the other hand,the doping of magnetic nanomaterials can enhance mechanical properties and reduce capillary force-induced aggregation of high-aspect-ratio micro-cilia.The antifouling tests demonstrate that the chemically modified micro-cilia can effectively expel gravels under the stimulation of an external magnetic field and enable the BMRAS to achieve dynamic self-cleaning.Specifically,0.17 g gravel distributed on BMRAS can be completely cleaned up within 0.296 s,which improved by 14.2%compared with the flat materials.This work provides a brief and effective strategy for designing dynamic antifouling surfaces with excellent physicochemical durability and great potential value in the applications of marine fouling.展开更多
Surface modification of fabrics is an effective way to endow them with antifouling properties while still maintaining their key advantages such as comfort,softness and stretchability.Herein,an atmospheric pressure die...Surface modification of fabrics is an effective way to endow them with antifouling properties while still maintaining their key advantages such as comfort,softness and stretchability.Herein,an atmospheric pressure dielectric barrier discharge(DBD)plasma method is demonstrated for the processing of silk fabrics using 1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorodecyltriethoxysilane(PFDS)as the precursor.The results showed the successful grafting of PFDS groups onto the surface of silk fabrics without causing damage.Meanwhile,the gas temperature is rather low during the whole processing procedure,suggesting the non-equilibrium characteristics of DBD plasma.The influence on fabrics of the processing parameters(PFDS concentration,plasma treatment time and plasma discharge power)was systematically investigated.An optimum processing condition was determined to be a PFDS concentration of 8wt%,a plasma processing time of 40 s and a plasma power of 11.87 W.However,with prolonged plasma processing time or enhanced plasma power,the plasma-grafted PFDS films could be degraded.Further study revealed that plasma processing of silk fabrics with PFDS would lead to a change in their chemical composition and surface roughness.As a result,the surface energy of the fabrics was reduced,accompanied by improved water and oil repellency as well as enhanced antifouling performance.Besides,the plasma-grafted PFDS films also had good durability and stability.By extending the method to polyester and wool against different oil-/water-based stains,the DBD plasma surface modification technique demonstrated good versatility in improving the antifouling properties of fabrics.This work provides guidance for the surface modification of fabrics using DBD plasma to confer them with desirable functionalities.展开更多
Coating techniques are efficient routes to modify surface property of composite membranes for enhanced membrane separations.However,it remains challenge to deposit continuous inorganic layers on hollow fiber substrate...Coating techniques are efficient routes to modify surface property of composite membranes for enhanced membrane separations.However,it remains challenge to deposit continuous inorganic layers on hollow fiber substrates.This study combines surface segregation with physical vapor deposition(PVD)to construct intensified TiO_(2)layers on polyether sulfone(PES)hollow fiber substrates.During membrane fabrication,polyethylene-polypropylene glycol(F127)is used as surface segregation agent in casting solution,which enables PES hollow fibers with abundant hydroxy groups,thus improving the compatibility between PES and vaporized TiO_(2).The obtained PES/F127@TiO_(2)membranes exhibit tight TiO_(2)layers with tunable thickness,high mechanical strength,narrowed pore size and enhanced hydrophilicity.Moreover,the optimized PES/F127@TiO_(2)membranes show competitive antifouling performances in water treatment,with a water permeability up to 97 L·m^(-2)·h^(-1)·bar^(-1)and bovine serum albumin(BSA)rejection of~99%.This work is expected to provide a material design idea to deposit functional layers on polymers for fortified performances.展开更多
Achieving a delicate synergy between mechanical robustness and antifouling attributes in coatings remains a formidable challenge for marine applications. Inspired by the assembly of nacre, we present a novel approach ...Achieving a delicate synergy between mechanical robustness and antifouling attributes in coatings remains a formidable challenge for marine applications. Inspired by the assembly of nacre, we present a novel approach to fabricate a nacre-like metallic coating. This coating comprises an amorphous matrix with excellent anti-corrosion and anti-wear properties, as well as Cu-rich 3D interconnected channels for antifouling function. The coating is produced by high velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) thermal spraying of surface-modified Fe-based amorphous powders with a Cu-layer. The resulting coating exhibits exceptional mechanical robustness, including high resistance to erosion, abrasion, and impact, surpassing conventional polymer antifouling coatings. Furthermore, the controlled Cu+ leaching capability of the in-situ constructed 3D interconnected diffusion channels, facilitated by the Cu-rich intersplats, contributes to the remarkable antifouling performance. This includes nearly 100 % resistance to bacterial adhesion after 1 day of immersion and over 98 % resistance to algal attachment after 7 d of immersion, resulting in a prolonged service lifetime. Notably, even after 200 cycles of wear damage, the Cu-modified amorphous coating still maintains its excellent antifouling properties. The Cu-rich intersplats play a critical role in transporting and sustainably leaching Cu ions, thereby accounting for the outstanding antifouling performance. Ultimately, we aim to advance the design of high-performance coatings suited for diverse marine applications, where both the mechanical robustness and antifouling properties are essential.展开更多
Development of polymers with underwater self-healing and antifouling properties is crucial,particularly in harsh marine environments.In this study,polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)-based antifouling polymers with tunable sel...Development of polymers with underwater self-healing and antifouling properties is crucial,particularly in harsh marine environments.In this study,polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)-based antifouling polymers with tunable self-healing capabilities in aqueous conditions were fabricated by incorporating amphiphilic segments and Fe^(3+)-catechol dynamic coordination crosslinking.The microphase formed within the PDMS matrix imparted static antifouling properties to the coatings.The mechanical properties of the damaged sample were restored at room temperature in an aqueous environment for 24 h,achieving a self-healing efficiency of almost 100%.The synthesized material exploited the dynamic coordination between Fe^(3+) and catechol to facilitate underwater self-healing.No bacterial adhesion was observed at the scratch site after the coating was repaired.This material enables the long-term antifouling and autonomous repair of marine vessels and sensors,thereby reducing maintenance costs.展开更多
Marine biofouling is a worldwide challenge that needs to be solved urgently.Poly(dimethylsiloxane)(PDMS)-based fouling release coatings with low surface free energy(SFE)could effectively inhibit bio-fouling.Neverthele...Marine biofouling is a worldwide challenge that needs to be solved urgently.Poly(dimethylsiloxane)(PDMS)-based fouling release coatings with low surface free energy(SFE)could effectively inhibit bio-fouling.Nevertheless,their poor mechanical durability,adhesive strength,and antifouling performance under static conditions significantly limit their applications.Herein,a novel mechanically robust Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu composite coating with strong adhesive strength and remarkable antifouling performance was developed.The Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating loaded with a small amount of Cu was fabricated by infiltrating PDMS into plasma-sprayed micro/nano-scaled porous Al_(2)O_(3)-Cu coating.Results showed that the fabri-cation of this Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating did not alter the surface hydrophobicity and SFE of PDMS signif-icantly,thus presenting little influence on its inherent fouling release property.After rigorous abrasion test,the Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating presented remarkably improved surface hydrophobicity due to the ex-posure of micro/nano structure,rather than falling offas that of PDMS coating.The combination of excel-lent abrasion resistance and one order of magnitude higher adhesive strength and hardness than PDMS coating contributed to the outstanding mechanical robustness of Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating.Additionally,the antifouling assays against marine bacteria adhesion(95%reduction rate for Escherichia coli.(E.coli))and algae attachment(96%and 94%reduction rates for Chlorella and Phaeodactylum tricornutum(P.tricor-nutum),respectively after 21 days of incubation)demonstrated the superior antifouling performance of the Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating.Thus,a high-performance Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu antifouling coating with excellent mechanical robustness and long-term antifouling performance was achieved via the combination of me-chanical durability of Al_(2)O_(3)skeleton and the dual-functional antifouling strategy,i.e.,the fouling release property of PDMS and fouling resistance of Cu.展开更多
Marine fouling is a worldwide problem,which is harmful to the global marine ecological environment and economic benefits.The traditional antifouling strategy usually uses toxic antifouling agents,which gradually expos...Marine fouling is a worldwide problem,which is harmful to the global marine ecological environment and economic benefits.The traditional antifouling strategy usually uses toxic antifouling agents,which gradually exposes a serious environmental problem.Therefore,green,long-term,broad-spectrum and eco-friendly antifouling technologies have been the main target of engineers and researchers.In recent years,many eco-friendly antifouling technologies with broad application prospects have been developed based on the low toxicity and non-toxicity antifouling agents and materials.In this review,contemporary eco-friendly antifouling technologies and materials are summarized into bionic antifouling and non-bionic antifouling strategies(2000-2020).Non-bionic antifouling technologies mainly include protein resistant polymers,antifoulant releasing coatings,foul release coatings,conductive antifouling coatings and photodynamic antifouling technology.Bionic antifouling technologies mainly include the simulated shark skin,whale skin,dolphin skin,coral tentacles,lotus leaves and other biology structures.Brief future research directions and challenges are also discussed in the end,and we expect that this review would boost the development of marine antifouling technologies.展开更多
Marine biofouling is a major issue deteriorating the service performance and lifespan of marine infrastructures.The development of a durable,long-term,and environment-friendly antifouling coating is therefore of signi...Marine biofouling is a major issue deteriorating the service performance and lifespan of marine infrastructures.The development of a durable,long-term,and environment-friendly antifouling coating is therefore of significant importance but still a critical challenge in maritime engineering.Herein,we developed a Cu-Ti composite antifouling coating with micron-sized alternating laminated-structure of Cu/Ti by plasma spraying of mechanically mixed Cu/Ti powders.The coating was designed to enable controlled release of Cu ions through galvanic dissolution of Cu laminates from the Cu/Ti micro-galvanic cell in aqueous solution.Results showed that remarkable antifouling efficiency against bacterial survival and adhesion up to~100%was achieved for the Cu-Ti coating.Cu/Ti micro-galvanic cell was in-situ formed within Cu-Ti coating and responsible for its Cu ions release.The successive dissolution of Cu laminates resulted in the formation of micro-channels under Ti laminates near surface,which contributed to controlled slow Cu ions release and self-polishing effect.Thus,environment-friendly antifouling capability and∼200%longer antifouling lifetime than that of the conventional organic antifouling coatings can be achieved for the Cu-Ti coating.On the other hand,as compared to the conventional organic antifouling coatings,the Cu-Ti composite coating presented much higher mechanical durability due to its strong adhesion strength,excellent mechanical properties,and two orders lower wear rate.The present laminated Cu-Ti coating exhibits combination of outstanding antifouling performance and high mechanical durability,which makes this coating very potentially candidates in marine antifouling application.展开更多
To improve the interfacial affinity and antifouling properties of polyphenylsulfone(PPSU)membrane, nano CuO/g-C3 N4(g-CN) sheets were synthesized via facile calcination route as one pot synthesis method. The uniformly...To improve the interfacial affinity and antifouling properties of polyphenylsulfone(PPSU)membrane, nano CuO/g-C3 N4(g-CN) sheets were synthesized via facile calcination route as one pot synthesis method. The uniformly assembled nanohybrid fillers, CuO on g-CN sheets were confirmed by using XRD, TEM, EDX and FTIR analysis. The non-solvent induced phase inversion technique was used to fabricate the nanohybrid ultrafiltration(UF)membranes by doping different concentration(0.5–1 wt.%) of nano CuO/g-C_3 N_4(g-CN)sheets within the PPSU matrix. The results of contact angle, atomic force microscopy,energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy reveal that surface structure and physico-chemical properties of nanohybrid membrane plays lead role in solute interaction and rejection compared to bare membrane, M0. Furthermore, the interfacial affinity of membrane was explored in detail via surface free energy, spreading coefficient, wetting tension and reversible work of adhesion analysis. Nanohybrid UF membrane, with 0.5% of the filler(M1)displayed remarkable permeation flux of 202, 131 L/m2/hr for pure water and protein solution, respectively while maintaining a high protein rejection(96%). Moreover, the exceptional dispersion of the nanosheets in the polymer matrix enhanced FRR(79%) and decreased the overall resistance of M1 compared to the pristine membrane(M0). Overall results suggest that the incorporation of nano sheets is a facile modification technique which improves the comprehensive membrane performance and holds a great potential to be further explored for water treatment.展开更多
Three well-defined diblock copolymers ofpoly（methyl methacrylate-b-methacrylic acid） （P（MMA-b-MAA）） were synthesized using atom transfer radical polymerization method and varying poly（methacrylic acid） （PMAA...Three well-defined diblock copolymers ofpoly（methyl methacrylate-b-methacrylic acid） （P（MMA-b-MAA）） were synthesized using atom transfer radical polymerization method and varying poly（methacrylic acid） （PMAA） chain lengths. These copolymers were blended with PVC to fabricate porous membranes via phase inversion process. Membrane morphologies were observed by scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, and chemical composition changes of the membrane surfaces were measured by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy （XPS）. Static and dynamic protein adsorption experiments were used to evaluate antifouling properties of the blend membranes. It was found that, the blend membranes containing longer PMAA arm length showed lower static protein adsorption, higher water permeation flux and better protein solution flux recovery.展开更多
Cavitation,corrosion,and fouling are critical factors that significantly impact the performance of power components in large cargo ships.To address these issues,a composite coating called epoxy-modified polyurea(PUE-F...Cavitation,corrosion,and fouling are critical factors that significantly impact the performance of power components in large cargo ships.To address these issues,a composite coating called epoxy-modified polyurea(PUE-FD)has been developed with reproducible self-healing properties.The incorporation of functionally reduced graphene oxide(FrGO)with multiple hydrogen bonds in the coating led to a notable increase of 5.6 MPa in the tensile strength of PUE-FD.This enhancement was accompanied by excellent resistance to cavitation,as evidenced by a mere 2.8 mg mass loss after 60 h of continuous cavitation.Furthermore,the inclusion of FrGO exhibited an exceptional barrier effect,providing PUE-FD with superior corrosion protection.The|Z|_(0.01) Hz value of PUE-FD was 9.01×10^(9) Ωcm^(2) after 15 days of immersion in 3.5 wt%NaCl solution.Additionally,the synergistic effect of 2-octyl-4,5-dichloroisothiazolinone(DCOIT)and FrGO resulted in remarkable antifouling performance,with a bacterial removal rate exceeding 99.4%and a microalgae removal rate of up to nearly 100%for PUE-FD.PUE-FD also demonstrated remarkable photothermal self-healing ability,achieving a self-healing efficiency of 89%within just 60 s of nearinfrared irradiation.Moreover,the presence of hydrogen bonds in FrGO contributes to the excellent adhesion properties of PUE-FD,resulting in adhesion strengths of more than 10 MPa on copper,stainless steel,and aluminum surfaces.This work presents new inspirations for the preparation of multifunctional coatings with anti-cavitation,anticorrosion,antifouling,and self-healing properties.展开更多
Hydrogels with good antifouling and mechanical properties as well as biocompatibility have great application potential in the field of biomedicine.In this paper,a newly double network(DN)hydrogel was prepared based on...Hydrogels with good antifouling and mechanical properties as well as biocompatibility have great application potential in the field of biomedicine.In this paper,a newly double network(DN)hydrogel was prepared based on zwitterionic material sulfobetaine methacrylate(SBMA)and natural polysaccharide,sodium alginate(SA).The PSBMA network is covalently crosslinked while the SA network is ionically crosslinked by Ca^(2+).The hybrid crosslinked double network structure endows the DN hydrogel with excellent mechanical properties(E=0.19±0.01 MPa,σ=0.73±0.03 MPa),fast self-recovery ability as well as excellent fatigue resistance.Moreover,the results show that the PSBMA/SA-Ca^(2+)DN hydrogel is biocompatible and resists the absorption of non-specific proteins and adhesion of microorganisms,such as cells and algae,exhibiting outstanding antifouling properties.These unique characteristics of PSBMA/SA-Ca^(2+)DN hydrogel make it a promising candidate for biomedical application,such as artificial connective tissues,implantable devices,and underwater equipment.展开更多
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.42277315,22066009)the Scientific Research Startup Fund of Hainan University(Nos.XJ2300005916,kyqd(zr)22185)+1 种基金supported by Scientific Research Project of Hainan Higher Education Institutions(No.Hnky2023-9)Innovational Fund for Scientific and Technological Personnel of Hainan Province(No.KJRC2023C12)。
文摘Synergy strategy of photocatalysts and polymer resins are promising technology for marine antifouling.However,it is still a main challenge to obtain a green,safe,and efficient antifouling coatings.Herein,carbon(graphene or CNT)modified Ti O_(2)photocatalyst was synthesized via hydrothermal and annealing process and has successfully applied in acrylate fluoroboron polymer(ABFP)composite coating.Morphology and chemical composition were detailed characterized.The graphene or CNT acted as a bridge with supplemental spatial structures(petal gaps,entanglement)and new functional groups(C-O,C-Ti-O,etc.)on Ti O_(2)particle.Carbon nanotube(CNT)modified TiO_(2)-ABFP coatings(BTCP)achieved excellent antibacterial and anti-diatom adhesion rate of 89.3%-96.70%and 99.00%-99.50%,which was 1.84-4.94-fold more than that of the single ABFP.CNT or graphene served as electronic bridges was considered as the crucial mechanism,which significantly improved the light absorption range and capacity,conductivity,and photoelectric response of Ti O_(2),and further accelerated the generation and transfer of free radicals to the surface of BTCP or FTGP.Moreover,the improvement of catalyst activity synergizes with the smooth surface,hydrophilicity,and slow hydrolysis of composite coatings,achieved long-term and efficient antifouling performance.This work provides a new insight into the modification of Ti O_(2)and antifouling mechanism of polymer coating.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(2022YFB4602401)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52475294,52075071)+1 种基金the State Key Laboratory of High-performance Precision Manufacturing(ZY202404)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(DUT24YG133).
文摘Marine biofouling is the undesired attachment and formation of marine organisms on surfaces,which adversely affects ship maintenance,economic costs,and ecosystem health.Despite remarkable advancements in antifouling coatings,developing formulations that simultaneously achieve environmental benign and high antifouling performances remains a critical challenge.Herein,drawing inspiration from the natural antifouling mechanisms including the superhydrophobicity of lotus leaves and biochemical defense of coral mucus,we developed a Superhydrophobic Antifouling Coating(SHAC)incorporating coral mucus-derived agents.This biomimetic design synergistically integrates physical anti-adhesion of superhydrophobic surfaces with chemical repellency of antifouling agents,yielding outstanding antifouling performance.The SHAC demonstrates remarkable durability(withstanding 100 abrasion cycles),sustained superhydrophobicity(contact angle>150°),and outstanding antifouling efficacy(92%bacterial and 96%algal inhibition).Marine field tests demonstrate significant reduction in fouling organism attachment over 30 days.Our work presents an eco-friendly and high-performance solution to marine biofouling,bridging the gap between sustainability and effectiveness in antifouling technology.
基金funded by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.42076044)the Key Research Program of Frontier Sciences,CAS(No.ZDBS-LY-DQC025)+5 种基金the Key R&D Program of Shandong Province,China(No.2022CXPT027)the Chinese Academy of Sciences President’s International Fellowship Initiative(No.2023VEA0007)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program of CPSF(No.GZB20230769)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M743529)the Shandong Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.SDBX202302014)Excellent Postdoctoral Incentive Program of Chinese Academy of Sciences,and Qingdao Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.QDBSH20230202117).
文摘Bacterial contamination and marine biofouling are directly or indirectly impacting the economy,environment,and human health worldwide.Photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling technology is an effective method to prevent microbial contamination and corrosion.Due to its eco-friendly nature,broad-spectrum bactericidal properties,and high efficiency,this method has recently received much attention.In this review,we have comprehensively discussed the photoinduced charge carriers transfer,main reactive oxygen species(ROS),the interactions among photocatalysts and microorganisms,as well as various antibacterial mechanisms such as oxidative stress,physical/mechanical destruction,photothermal effect,piezoelectric field effect,and triboelectric field.Different types of semiconductors,including TiO_(2),ZnO,CeO_(2),Cu-based semiconductors,Bi-based semiconductors,Ag-based semiconductors,g-C_(3)N_(4),MOF,and containing phosphorus photocatalysts are summarized in photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling activity.Besides,various improvement methods including morphological control,crystallizing,doping engineering,loading cocatalyst,and constructing heterojunction are discussed.Furthermore,a strategy for dramatically improving practice applications is proposed for the possibility of further antifouling applications.Challenges and prospects for the photocatalytic sterilization and antifouling method are also discussed to highlight design considerations.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22174082,22374085,22105113)the Key Research and Development Program of Shandong Province(No.2021ZDSYS30)Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province,China(No.ZR2024QB059)。
文摘In this study,we presented a wearable electrochemical sensor for accurate and reliable cortisol detection in sweat.The sensor was built upon a novel platform by combination of conducting polyaniline(PANI)hydrogel and hydrophilic polypeptides,endowing the sensor with superior antifouling property.PANI hydrogel's distinctive water storage characteristic and the attachment of numerous antifouling peptides(Pep)effectively prevent nonspecific adsorption in complex human sweat environment.This innovative configuration significantly enhanced the accuracy of cortisol detection in complex sweat samples.The prepared biosensor was able to achieve reliable cortisol detection in both buffer solution and artificial sweat,covering a detection concentration range from 10^(-10)to 10^(-6)g/m L,with the minimum detection limitation of 33 pg/m L.And this electrochemical biosensor demonstrated outstanding selectivity,excellent stability,and good reproducibility.Notably,the cortisol levels were measured in volunteers during both morning and evening.The observed data exhibited distinct circadian rhythm,consistenting with the results gained from commercially available enzyme-linked immunosorption(ELISA)kit.This wearable biosensor shows giant potential for monitoring cortisol levels in human sweat,enabling real-time evaluation for mental and stress state.
基金supported by the Scientific Research Project funded by the Qingdao Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.QDBSH20230102075)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M733337)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.U2141251).
文摘All maritime industries are plagued by marine biofouling pollution,which causes large economic and environmental costs.Therefore,there is an urgent need for ecofriendly alternatives that can effectively reduce the negative consequences of biofouling pollution.This study aimed to produce novel capsaicin-inspired amide derivatives(CIADs)with multifunctional antifouling features by introducing amide compounds to aromatic compounds via a Friedel-Crafts alkylation reaction.The structure of the CIADs was characterized using FTIR,1H NMR,13C NMR,and HRMS,and the comprehensive antifouling capacity was determined by thermal stability,anti-ultraviolet,antibacterial,anti-algal,and marine field experiments.CIADs showed good thermal stability and did not show obvious weight loss before 226°C.2,4-dihydroxy-3,5-diphenylimidemet-hylbenzophenone(DDB)had an excellent ultraviolet absorption effect,which was even better than that of 2-hydroxy-4-(octyloxy)benzophenone.The antibacterial and anti-algal rates of N-(2,4-dimethyl-3-chloro-5-benzamide-methyl-6-hydroxybenzyl)benzamide(NDCBHB)were more than 99.5%and 64.0%,respectively,and the surface of antifouling coating with NDCBHB(NDCBHB-AC)was covered with only a small amount of sludge and biofilm,its antifouling effect was better than that of chlorothalonil.The above work provides a reference for preparing green and multifunctional antifouling agents.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51973003 and 22275203)the Beijing Natural Science Foundation(No.JQ23008)。
文摘Orthodontic appliances are essential for dentofacial deformity corrections.However,orthodontic appliances inadvertently increase the risk of bacterial colonization and dental calculus formation,which may lead to dental caries and gingivitis.Herein,this study developed a pH-responsive antifouling coating by integrating a zwitterionic hydrogel(ZH)with pH-responsive microcapsules(PRMs)encapsulating bactericide,displaying excellent synergies of anti-bacteria and anti-calculus for orthodontic appliances.The excellent antifouling properties can be attributed to two following points:ZH provides anti-adhesion properties via electrostatically induced hydration layers,while the PRMs can kill bacteria by on-demand bactericide release under acidic conditions.Results demonstrated that ZH+PRMs coating significantly reduced bacterial adhesion and inhibited calculus formation while maintaining excellent biocompatibility.By optimizing PRMs concentrations(0–15 wt%),compared with ZH,the antibacterial efficiency of ZH+PRMs(optimal concentration 10 wt%)increased from 49.8%±7.3%to 95.2%±1.1%for E.coli and from 85.7%±3.5%to 91.3%±1.4%for S.mutans.Compared with pristine steel(SS),ZH+PRMs coating showed ca.97.0%reduction for calcium carbonate and ca.87.3%reduction for calcium phosphate.In an in vitro model,compared with SS,our coating extended the crystal biofilm inhibition effect from one day to five days.Therefore,this study can provide promising strategies for reducing the risk of dental caries and gingivitis during orthodontic treatment.
基金supported by the directional Foundation of the Key Laboratory of Ocean Observation Technology,MNR(No.2021KlootB06)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52271341)。
文摘The use of antifouling agents is suggested to be a promising method for protecting oceanic instruments from biological contamination.We developed a novel antifouling material doped with capsaicin(CAP)as a filler and montmorillonite(MMT)as a carrier for the practical application of CTD(conductivity,temperature,depth)protection.The optimal parameters for preparing the material were established,and the obtained material achieved the maximum CAP loading capacity of 32.74%.The proposed material exhibited great release properties in acidic environments,which is beneficial for reducing bacterial attachment.Furthermore,the optimal conditions(temperature,flow rate,and pressure in the aquatic environment)for a better release rate of the material were determined through a series of simulation tests in lab.It provided good guidance and basis for practical application of the material.The CAP@MMT composite showed excellent efficiency and effectiveness in preventing the attachment of microorganisms during the four-month marine field tests.In the subsequent experiments,the great properties of the antifouling material were further confirmed by retesting the conductivity of four instruments participating in marine field tests.The measuring errors of CTD protected by the antifouling material are both within 0.01 mS/cm,which is far lower than that of the other two instruments.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22174082,22374085)the Key Research and Development Program of Shandong Province(No.2021ZDSYS30)Qingdao Postdoctoral Innovation Project Funding(No.QDBSH20220201038)。
文摘An all-solid-state ion-selective electrode(ISE)for the detection of potassium ions in complex media was developed based on functional peptides with both antibacterial and antifouling properties.While exhibiting unique antifouling property,the ISE capitalized on the high surface area of the conductive metalorganic framework(MOF)solid transducer layer to facilitate rapid ion-electron transfer,consequently improving the electrode stability.For a short period,the application of a±1 n A current to the ISE resulted in a slight potential drift of 2.5μV/s,while for a long-term stability test,the ISE maintained a stable Nernstian response slope over 8 days.The antifouling and antibacterial peptide effectively eradicated bacteria from the electrode surface while inhibited the adhesion of bacteria and other biological organisms.Both theoretical calculations and experimental results indicated that the incorporation of peptides in the sensing membrane did not compromise the detection performance of the ISE.The prepared antifouling potassium ion-selective electrode exhibited a Nernstian response range spanning from 1.0×10^(–8)mol/L to 1.0×10–3mol/L,with a detection limit of 2.51 nmol/L.Crucially,the prepared solid-contact ISE maintained excellent antifouling and sensing capabilities in actual seawater and human urine,indicating a promising feasibility of this strategy for constructing ISEs suitable for practical application in complex systems.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(2023YFB4605700)the Foundation for Innovative Research Groups of the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52021003)+4 种基金the National Outstanding Youth Science Fund Project of National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52222509)the Natural Science Foundation of Jilin Province(No.20220101220JC)the Defense Industrial Technology Development Program(JCKY2023130C001)Changbai Talents Plan of Jilin Province“Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities”.
文摘Superhydrophobic/superhydrophilic antifouling materials are widely used to solve the severe water pollution and bio-adhesion of marine equipment.However,conventional antifouling materials rely on the static superwettability of surfaces,which suffer from poorly sustained antifouling effects.Inspired by the unique dynamic antifouling strategies of Calliphora Vicina wing surface based on the hydrophobic micro-cilia arrays,a Biomimetic Magnetic-Responsive Antifouling Surface(BMRAS)is designed and fabricated using a method combining UV lithography and an inverse molding.The BMRAS is coated by high-aspect-ratio micro-cilia,which are filled with synthesized magnetic Fe3O4 nanoparticles.The bioinspired hydrophobic micro-cilia arrays endow the BMRAS with excellent intrinsic superhydrophobicity,benefiting from the high-aspect-ratio feature and roughness effect.Remarkably,the static contact angle is more than 156.9±1.6°and the rolling angle is less than 2.3±0.3°.The synthesized magnetic nanomaterials play a key role in implementing dynamic antifouling strategies.On the one hand,the surface tension can be adjusted as required under magnetically controlled oscillations.On the other hand,the doping of magnetic nanomaterials can enhance mechanical properties and reduce capillary force-induced aggregation of high-aspect-ratio micro-cilia.The antifouling tests demonstrate that the chemically modified micro-cilia can effectively expel gravels under the stimulation of an external magnetic field and enable the BMRAS to achieve dynamic self-cleaning.Specifically,0.17 g gravel distributed on BMRAS can be completely cleaned up within 0.296 s,which improved by 14.2%compared with the flat materials.This work provides a brief and effective strategy for designing dynamic antifouling surfaces with excellent physicochemical durability and great potential value in the applications of marine fouling.
基金the financial support from National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22078125 and 52004102)Postdoctoral Science Foundation of China(No.2023M741472)。
文摘Surface modification of fabrics is an effective way to endow them with antifouling properties while still maintaining their key advantages such as comfort,softness and stretchability.Herein,an atmospheric pressure dielectric barrier discharge(DBD)plasma method is demonstrated for the processing of silk fabrics using 1H,1H,2H,2H-perfluorodecyltriethoxysilane(PFDS)as the precursor.The results showed the successful grafting of PFDS groups onto the surface of silk fabrics without causing damage.Meanwhile,the gas temperature is rather low during the whole processing procedure,suggesting the non-equilibrium characteristics of DBD plasma.The influence on fabrics of the processing parameters(PFDS concentration,plasma treatment time and plasma discharge power)was systematically investigated.An optimum processing condition was determined to be a PFDS concentration of 8wt%,a plasma processing time of 40 s and a plasma power of 11.87 W.However,with prolonged plasma processing time or enhanced plasma power,the plasma-grafted PFDS films could be degraded.Further study revealed that plasma processing of silk fabrics with PFDS would lead to a change in their chemical composition and surface roughness.As a result,the surface energy of the fabrics was reduced,accompanied by improved water and oil repellency as well as enhanced antifouling performance.Besides,the plasma-grafted PFDS films also had good durability and stability.By extending the method to polyester and wool against different oil-/water-based stains,the DBD plasma surface modification technique demonstrated good versatility in improving the antifouling properties of fabrics.This work provides guidance for the surface modification of fabrics using DBD plasma to confer them with desirable functionalities.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.22408072 and 22208074)Hainan Province Science and Technology Special Fund(No.ZDYF2024GXJS300)Hainan Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.222QN225)。
文摘Coating techniques are efficient routes to modify surface property of composite membranes for enhanced membrane separations.However,it remains challenge to deposit continuous inorganic layers on hollow fiber substrates.This study combines surface segregation with physical vapor deposition(PVD)to construct intensified TiO_(2)layers on polyether sulfone(PES)hollow fiber substrates.During membrane fabrication,polyethylene-polypropylene glycol(F127)is used as surface segregation agent in casting solution,which enables PES hollow fibers with abundant hydroxy groups,thus improving the compatibility between PES and vaporized TiO_(2).The obtained PES/F127@TiO_(2)membranes exhibit tight TiO_(2)layers with tunable thickness,high mechanical strength,narrowed pore size and enhanced hydrophilicity.Moreover,the optimized PES/F127@TiO_(2)membranes show competitive antifouling performances in water treatment,with a water permeability up to 97 L·m^(-2)·h^(-1)·bar^(-1)and bovine serum albumin(BSA)rejection of~99%.This work is expected to provide a material design idea to deposit functional layers on polymers for fortified performances.
基金supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2021YFE0100600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.92166103,U23A20621,and 92066202)+1 种基金the Top-Notch Young Talents Program of Hubei.Yasir is grateful for financial support from the Pakistan Science Foundation(Project Reference:PSF/CRP-18th Protocol(05))the State Key Laboratory of Materials Processing and Die&Mould Technology(Project Reference:2021-008).
文摘Achieving a delicate synergy between mechanical robustness and antifouling attributes in coatings remains a formidable challenge for marine applications. Inspired by the assembly of nacre, we present a novel approach to fabricate a nacre-like metallic coating. This coating comprises an amorphous matrix with excellent anti-corrosion and anti-wear properties, as well as Cu-rich 3D interconnected channels for antifouling function. The coating is produced by high velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) thermal spraying of surface-modified Fe-based amorphous powders with a Cu-layer. The resulting coating exhibits exceptional mechanical robustness, including high resistance to erosion, abrasion, and impact, surpassing conventional polymer antifouling coatings. Furthermore, the controlled Cu+ leaching capability of the in-situ constructed 3D interconnected diffusion channels, facilitated by the Cu-rich intersplats, contributes to the remarkable antifouling performance. This includes nearly 100 % resistance to bacterial adhesion after 1 day of immersion and over 98 % resistance to algal attachment after 7 d of immersion, resulting in a prolonged service lifetime. Notably, even after 200 cycles of wear damage, the Cu-modified amorphous coating still maintains its excellent antifouling properties. The Cu-rich intersplats play a critical role in transporting and sustainably leaching Cu ions, thereby accounting for the outstanding antifouling performance. Ultimately, we aim to advance the design of high-performance coatings suited for diverse marine applications, where both the mechanical robustness and antifouling properties are essential.
基金supported by Beijing Municipal Natural Science Foundation(No.2242053)National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.22275012).
文摘Development of polymers with underwater self-healing and antifouling properties is crucial,particularly in harsh marine environments.In this study,polydimethylsiloxane(PDMS)-based antifouling polymers with tunable self-healing capabilities in aqueous conditions were fabricated by incorporating amphiphilic segments and Fe^(3+)-catechol dynamic coordination crosslinking.The microphase formed within the PDMS matrix imparted static antifouling properties to the coatings.The mechanical properties of the damaged sample were restored at room temperature in an aqueous environment for 24 h,achieving a self-healing efficiency of almost 100%.The synthesized material exploited the dynamic coordination between Fe^(3+) and catechol to facilitate underwater self-healing.No bacterial adhesion was observed at the scratch site after the coating was repaired.This material enables the long-term antifouling and autonomous repair of marine vessels and sensors,thereby reducing maintenance costs.
基金the National Natural Science Foun-dation of China(No.52001280)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2020M682339).
文摘Marine biofouling is a worldwide challenge that needs to be solved urgently.Poly(dimethylsiloxane)(PDMS)-based fouling release coatings with low surface free energy(SFE)could effectively inhibit bio-fouling.Nevertheless,their poor mechanical durability,adhesive strength,and antifouling performance under static conditions significantly limit their applications.Herein,a novel mechanically robust Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu composite coating with strong adhesive strength and remarkable antifouling performance was developed.The Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating loaded with a small amount of Cu was fabricated by infiltrating PDMS into plasma-sprayed micro/nano-scaled porous Al_(2)O_(3)-Cu coating.Results showed that the fabri-cation of this Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating did not alter the surface hydrophobicity and SFE of PDMS signif-icantly,thus presenting little influence on its inherent fouling release property.After rigorous abrasion test,the Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating presented remarkably improved surface hydrophobicity due to the ex-posure of micro/nano structure,rather than falling offas that of PDMS coating.The combination of excel-lent abrasion resistance and one order of magnitude higher adhesive strength and hardness than PDMS coating contributed to the outstanding mechanical robustness of Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating.Additionally,the antifouling assays against marine bacteria adhesion(95%reduction rate for Escherichia coli.(E.coli))and algae attachment(96%and 94%reduction rates for Chlorella and Phaeodactylum tricornutum(P.tricor-nutum),respectively after 21 days of incubation)demonstrated the superior antifouling performance of the Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu coating.Thus,a high-performance Al_(2)O_(3)-PDMS-Cu antifouling coating with excellent mechanical robustness and long-term antifouling performance was achieved via the combination of me-chanical durability of Al_(2)O_(3)skeleton and the dual-functional antifouling strategy,i.e.,the fouling release property of PDMS and fouling resistance of Cu.
基金The authors are grateful for grants received from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51875240)the Jilin Provincial Science and Tcchnology Developmcnt Plan,Young and Middle-Tech Leading Talent and Team Project(Grant No.20200301013RQ)+1 种基金the Department of Science and Technology of Jilin Province(Grant No.20190103114JH)Key Laboratory Fund of National Defense Science and Technology(Grant No.6142005190201).
文摘Marine fouling is a worldwide problem,which is harmful to the global marine ecological environment and economic benefits.The traditional antifouling strategy usually uses toxic antifouling agents,which gradually exposes a serious environmental problem.Therefore,green,long-term,broad-spectrum and eco-friendly antifouling technologies have been the main target of engineers and researchers.In recent years,many eco-friendly antifouling technologies with broad application prospects have been developed based on the low toxicity and non-toxicity antifouling agents and materials.In this review,contemporary eco-friendly antifouling technologies and materials are summarized into bionic antifouling and non-bionic antifouling strategies(2000-2020).Non-bionic antifouling technologies mainly include protein resistant polymers,antifoulant releasing coatings,foul release coatings,conductive antifouling coatings and photodynamic antifouling technology.Bionic antifouling technologies mainly include the simulated shark skin,whale skin,dolphin skin,coral tentacles,lotus leaves and other biology structures.Brief future research directions and challenges are also discussed in the end,and we expect that this review would boost the development of marine antifouling technologies.
基金This work was financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52001280 and 51875443)the Key Research Project of Henan Province(No.20A430029)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2020M682339)。
文摘Marine biofouling is a major issue deteriorating the service performance and lifespan of marine infrastructures.The development of a durable,long-term,and environment-friendly antifouling coating is therefore of significant importance but still a critical challenge in maritime engineering.Herein,we developed a Cu-Ti composite antifouling coating with micron-sized alternating laminated-structure of Cu/Ti by plasma spraying of mechanically mixed Cu/Ti powders.The coating was designed to enable controlled release of Cu ions through galvanic dissolution of Cu laminates from the Cu/Ti micro-galvanic cell in aqueous solution.Results showed that remarkable antifouling efficiency against bacterial survival and adhesion up to~100%was achieved for the Cu-Ti coating.Cu/Ti micro-galvanic cell was in-situ formed within Cu-Ti coating and responsible for its Cu ions release.The successive dissolution of Cu laminates resulted in the formation of micro-channels under Ti laminates near surface,which contributed to controlled slow Cu ions release and self-polishing effect.Thus,environment-friendly antifouling capability and∼200%longer antifouling lifetime than that of the conventional organic antifouling coatings can be achieved for the Cu-Ti coating.On the other hand,as compared to the conventional organic antifouling coatings,the Cu-Ti composite coating presented much higher mechanical durability due to its strong adhesion strength,excellent mechanical properties,and two orders lower wear rate.The present laminated Cu-Ti coating exhibits combination of outstanding antifouling performance and high mechanical durability,which makes this coating very potentially candidates in marine antifouling application.
基金financial support from the Science and Engineering Research Board(SERB)under National Post-Doctoral Fellowship scheme(PDF/2017/000283)
文摘To improve the interfacial affinity and antifouling properties of polyphenylsulfone(PPSU)membrane, nano CuO/g-C3 N4(g-CN) sheets were synthesized via facile calcination route as one pot synthesis method. The uniformly assembled nanohybrid fillers, CuO on g-CN sheets were confirmed by using XRD, TEM, EDX and FTIR analysis. The non-solvent induced phase inversion technique was used to fabricate the nanohybrid ultrafiltration(UF)membranes by doping different concentration(0.5–1 wt.%) of nano CuO/g-C_3 N_4(g-CN)sheets within the PPSU matrix. The results of contact angle, atomic force microscopy,energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy reveal that surface structure and physico-chemical properties of nanohybrid membrane plays lead role in solute interaction and rejection compared to bare membrane, M0. Furthermore, the interfacial affinity of membrane was explored in detail via surface free energy, spreading coefficient, wetting tension and reversible work of adhesion analysis. Nanohybrid UF membrane, with 0.5% of the filler(M1)displayed remarkable permeation flux of 202, 131 L/m2/hr for pure water and protein solution, respectively while maintaining a high protein rejection(96%). Moreover, the exceptional dispersion of the nanosheets in the polymer matrix enhanced FRR(79%) and decreased the overall resistance of M1 compared to the pristine membrane(M0). Overall results suggest that the incorporation of nano sheets is a facile modification technique which improves the comprehensive membrane performance and holds a great potential to be further explored for water treatment.
基金supported by the National 973 Program(No.2009CB623402)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.20974094)
文摘Three well-defined diblock copolymers ofpoly（methyl methacrylate-b-methacrylic acid） （P（MMA-b-MAA）） were synthesized using atom transfer radical polymerization method and varying poly（methacrylic acid） （PMAA） chain lengths. These copolymers were blended with PVC to fabricate porous membranes via phase inversion process. Membrane morphologies were observed by scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, and chemical composition changes of the membrane surfaces were measured by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy （XPS）. Static and dynamic protein adsorption experiments were used to evaluate antifouling properties of the blend membranes. It was found that, the blend membranes containing longer PMAA arm length showed lower static protein adsorption, higher water permeation flux and better protein solution flux recovery.
基金This work was funded by the National Natural Science Founda-tion of China(Grant No.52375286)the Major Science and Tech-nology Special Projects of Jilin Province(No.YDZI202203CGZH035)the Young and Middle aged Technology Innovation LeadingIa-lents,the Team Projects of Science and Technology Development Plan of Jilin Province(No.20230508041RC).
文摘Cavitation,corrosion,and fouling are critical factors that significantly impact the performance of power components in large cargo ships.To address these issues,a composite coating called epoxy-modified polyurea(PUE-FD)has been developed with reproducible self-healing properties.The incorporation of functionally reduced graphene oxide(FrGO)with multiple hydrogen bonds in the coating led to a notable increase of 5.6 MPa in the tensile strength of PUE-FD.This enhancement was accompanied by excellent resistance to cavitation,as evidenced by a mere 2.8 mg mass loss after 60 h of continuous cavitation.Furthermore,the inclusion of FrGO exhibited an exceptional barrier effect,providing PUE-FD with superior corrosion protection.The|Z|_(0.01) Hz value of PUE-FD was 9.01×10^(9) Ωcm^(2) after 15 days of immersion in 3.5 wt%NaCl solution.Additionally,the synergistic effect of 2-octyl-4,5-dichloroisothiazolinone(DCOIT)and FrGO resulted in remarkable antifouling performance,with a bacterial removal rate exceeding 99.4%and a microalgae removal rate of up to nearly 100%for PUE-FD.PUE-FD also demonstrated remarkable photothermal self-healing ability,achieving a self-healing efficiency of 89%within just 60 s of nearinfrared irradiation.Moreover,the presence of hydrogen bonds in FrGO contributes to the excellent adhesion properties of PUE-FD,resulting in adhesion strengths of more than 10 MPa on copper,stainless steel,and aluminum surfaces.This work presents new inspirations for the preparation of multifunctional coatings with anti-cavitation,anticorrosion,antifouling,and self-healing properties.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52073256,21404091 and 21404089)the Zhejiang Provincial Natural Science Foundation of China(No.LBY21E030001)。
文摘Hydrogels with good antifouling and mechanical properties as well as biocompatibility have great application potential in the field of biomedicine.In this paper,a newly double network(DN)hydrogel was prepared based on zwitterionic material sulfobetaine methacrylate(SBMA)and natural polysaccharide,sodium alginate(SA).The PSBMA network is covalently crosslinked while the SA network is ionically crosslinked by Ca^(2+).The hybrid crosslinked double network structure endows the DN hydrogel with excellent mechanical properties(E=0.19±0.01 MPa,σ=0.73±0.03 MPa),fast self-recovery ability as well as excellent fatigue resistance.Moreover,the results show that the PSBMA/SA-Ca^(2+)DN hydrogel is biocompatible and resists the absorption of non-specific proteins and adhesion of microorganisms,such as cells and algae,exhibiting outstanding antifouling properties.These unique characteristics of PSBMA/SA-Ca^(2+)DN hydrogel make it a promising candidate for biomedical application,such as artificial connective tissues,implantable devices,and underwater equipment.
