Superhydrophobic surfaces and coatings by electrochemical methods–a review

The economical and straightforward electrochemical methods have attracted significant research attention as commercially viable fabrication approaches for superhydrophobic surfaces, particularly complex-shaped objects. The present review provides a concise account of recent updates on different electrochemical methods reported for fabricating superhydrophobic surfaces and coatings. The methods discussed include electrodeposition, electropolymerization, electrophoretic deposition, anodic oxidation, micro-arc oxidation, electrochemical etching, and electrochemical machining.