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Biomimetic Patterned Ultrafiltration Membranes for Enhanced Antifouling

내오염에 특화된 생체모사 패턴을 도입한 패턴형 한외 여과 분리막

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We present a topological modification approach to achieve ultralow fouling of ultrafiltration (UF) membranes by realizing the sharkskin-mimetic (Sharklet) surface patterns. This biomimetic patterned UF membranes are prepared by modified phase separation micromolding. The Sharklet-patterned UF membrane exhibited remarkably high biofouling resistance compared to the topologically modulated membranes with regular simple patterns as well as the flat counterpart. Such a high biofouling resistance is attributed to the unique pattern geometry of the Sharklet pattern, which significantly inhibits flux declination. Furthermore, under dynamic flow conditions, the intricate Sharklet geometry induces a complex surface flow by symmetrically generating a secondary flow perpendicular to the primary flow, forming periodic inflow and outflow along the pattern. The reinforced primary and secondary flows of the Sharklet pattern may further contribute to its excellent fouling resistance by suppressing bacterial accumulation.

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