Leidenfrost inhibition of bio-inspired high-adhesive superhydrophobic surface and interfacial heat transfer

Key Points

• Enhanced interfacial heat transfer reduces Leidenfrost effect on superhydrophobic surfaces, leading to improved heat management.
• Significant improvements were noted, showing contact angle enhancements up to 160 degrees on treated surfaces.
• Assessment using a comparative analysis of adhesion mechanics under varying thermal conditions highlights the benefits of bio-inspired designs.
• These findings could lead to new thermal management technologies, warranting further exploration of heat transfer dynamics.