Laser-fabricated sandwiched fog collector enabling agricultural irrigation and electricity generation

Journal of Materials Chemistry A 2026

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Authors: Xinran Dong, Jinghui Gao, Yan Zhang, Yuxin Song, Longhui Huang, Hong Luo, Xiongfeng Zhou, Cong Wang, Ji’an Duan, Minjie Liu
DOI: 10.1039/d6ta00581k
Cited by: 2
References: 39

Abstract

Atmospheric fog is an abundant, underutilized resource for arid regions, yet harvesters face a trade-off: impermeable collectors cause aerodynamic bypass, while porous meshes suffer flooding, clogging, and re-entrainment due to poor drainage.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Solar-Powered Water Purification Methods Aeolian processes and effects Surface Modification and Superhydrophobicity

Publication details

Journal / source
Journal of Materials Chemistry A
Publisher
Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC)
Volume
14
Issue
28
Pages
18246–18257
Publication date
1 January 2026
Language
EN