Nanostructuring involves the application of materials and processing methods to achieve unique dimensional structures at the nanoscale. In particular, we have used the electro-nanopatterning method using conducting AFM and colloidally templated arrays. Electronanopattering using potential and the AFM tip enables patterning at the nanoscale. The colloidal array fabrication scheme combines the electropolymerization process with template-assisted electropolymerization or template-directed electrosynthesis followed by particle removal. Until now, colloidal template 2D electropolymerization remains largely an unexplored method, and there are only a few accounts on colloidal template electropolymerization techniques for micropatterning polymer films. But combined with electropolymerization and polymer brushes it is possible to have functional polymer films that can have sensing and controlled wettability. Lastly, we will be reporting on the use of stereolithographic lithography (SLA) to create functional superhydrophobic surfaces and nanoreactors.

Electronanopatterning, colloidal templating, and 3D printing of functional thin films

ACS Spring 2022

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