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Rahul Ramachandran Dr. Michael Nosonovsky Department of Mechanical Engineering

Discover the revolutionary concepts of biomimetics in creating icephobic and non-wetting surfaces inspired by nature. From bouncing droplets to innovative smart materials, explore how spatially and temporally periodic surface topographies mimic natural mechanisms to enhance surface properties. Learn about Vibro-levitation, the 'Indian-rope trick', and more intriguing biomimetic designs that can transform surface functionalities. Unveil the potential of mimicking nature to develop advanced materials for various applications.

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Rahul Ramachandran Dr. Michael Nosonovsky Department of Mechanical Engineering

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  1. Biomimetics in icephobic surfacesand non-wetting systems:From bouncing droplets to smart materials RahulRamachandran Dr. Michael Nosonovsky Department of Mechanical Engineering College of Engineering & Applied Science

  2. Hydrophobic and icephobic surfaces Surface topography: spatially periodic • Stabilizes: air film on rough surfaces, hydrophobicity/icephobicity of textured concrete • Icephobicity of skunk cabbage Symplocarpusfoetidus

  3. Vibro-levitation Vibration: temporally periodic • Stabilizes: non-adhesive interface, oil droplets, inverted pendulum • Change of phase: ‘freezing’ of droplets and cornstarch monsters, liquefaction of granular material, hardening of soft materials • ‘Indian-rope trick’: fibers with tunable stiffness Ideas from nature to design smart materials

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