ultrahydrophobic

[US]/ˌʌltrəhaɪdrəˈfəʊbɪk/
[UK]/ˌʌltrəhaɪdrəˈfoʊbɪk/

Translation

adj.Extremely hydrophobic; having a surface that extremely repels water, with water contact angles typically greater than 150 degrees, often resulting in the lotus effect.

Phrases & Collocations

ultrahydrophobic coating

ultrahydrophobic surface

ultrahydrophobic material

ultrahydrophobic properties

ultrahydrophobic film

ultrahydrophobic behavior

ultrahydrophobic characteristics

ultrahydrophobic nanoparticles

ultrahydrophobic textile

ultrahydrophobic glass

Example Sentences

ultrahydrophobic coatings are frequently applied to solar panels to prevent dust accumulation.

the engineer developed a new ultrahydrophobic fabric for outdoor sportswear.

water droplets easily roll off the surface of ultrahydrophobic materials.

researchers are studying the self-cleaning properties of ultrahydrophobic surfaces.

the aerospace industry uses ultrahydrophobic treatments to prevent ice formation on wings.

ultrahydrophobic spray offers an affordable way to waterproof your shoes.

smartphones can be protected from liquid damage by ultrahydrophobic nanotechnology.

the unique structure of the lotus leaf inspired ultrahydrophobic technology.

marine vessels use ultrahydrophobic paint to reduce drag and increase efficiency.

windshields with ultrahydrophobic layers improve visibility during heavy rain.

chemists synthesized an ultrahydrophobic polymer that repels almost all liquids.

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