Marine antifouling oriented reconfigurable titanium alloy surfaces: Integrated functional-structural design based on fouling organisms adhesion mechanisms

Key Points

• Achieving antifouling properties can significantly impact marine infrastructure, reducing maintenance costs.
• Adhesion mechanisms of fouling organisms inform the functional design of titanium alloy surfaces.
• Observational analysis of titanium alloys focuses on their reconfigurable surfaces and their antifouling capacity.
• Enhanced antifouling capabilities may lead to broader implementation in marine environments amidst growing fouling challenges.