Fabrication and performance on environmental applications of a novel 3D superhydrophobic material based on a loofah sponge from the natural plant

Abstract

The objectives of this research are as follows: Fabrication of superhydrophobic surface on the LS base; Optimization of superhydrophobic surface fabrication parameters on LS base; Characterization of fabricated LS surface using SEM, EDX, FTIR, XRD, and WCA techniques; Evaluation of applicability of fabricated LS in environmental treatment (e.g., oil water separator); Evaluation of reusability and durability of fabricated LS (e.g., pH, abrasion, compression).