Corning Incorporated
DURABLE HIGH CONTACT ANGLE EASY-TO-CLEAN COATING

Abstract:

A flame deposition method is disclosed for forming hydrophobic nanotextured surfaces with improved adhesion and durability for long-term use. The method according to present disclosure can produce nanotextured surfaces with contact angles greater than 140.degree.. Coatings thus prepared exhibit enhanced durability, maintaining water contact angles of greater than 120.degree. after approximately 200,000 abrasion cycles using a cloth wipe resistance test.