"Superomniphobic" Nanoscale Coating Repels Almost Any Liquid

cylonlover writes "A team of engineering researchers at the University of Michigan has developed a nanoscale coating that causes almost all liquids to bounce off surfaces treated with it. Creating a surface structure that is least 95 percent air, the new 'superomniphobic' coating is claimed to repel the broadest range of liquids of any material in its class, opening up the possibility of super stain-resistant clothing, drag-reducing waterproof paints for ship hulls, breathable garments that provide protection from harmful chemicals, and touchscreens resistant to fingerprint smudges."

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Yet another miracle nano-coating

[Spy Handler]

Every x months for the past 5 years I hear about some new super-coating that repels dirt, water, oil etc.. Every time I'm like, "cool, when will it come standard on new cars?" I hate having to wash my car every few days (it's parked outside) or it starts looking like crap.

I suppose when I get a flying car, that's when I'll finally see this miracle coating in action.

Re:Yet another miracle nano-coating

[norpy]

Hopefully this clears things up for you:

http://xkcd.com/678/

Re:What uses come to mind?

[oodaloop]

Motorcycle visors come to mind. And, you know, all those other ones mentioned in TFS. And white suits.