Development of Laser-Textured Hydrophobic Surfaces on Aluminum 6061 Using a Low-Cost Laser Marker

Key Points

• Hydrophobic surfaces on aluminum 6061 showed a significant water contact angle increase, enhancing water repellence.
• The treated samples achieved water contact angles exceeding 150 degrees, confirming superior surface functionality.
• Observational analysis used low-cost laser marking techniques to create microstructured surfaces on aluminum 6061.
• Significant improvements in hydrophobicity highlight the potential for using laser-textured surfaces across diverse applications.