Article for obtaining water repellent effect with water, has surface with filaments having certain length and other filaments, where surface of filaments is partially hydrophobic

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This patent describes an article with a surface covered in specially designed filaments. Some of these filaments are longer or shorter, and their surfaces are partially hydrophobic, meaning they repel water. The arrangement and chemical properties cause water droplets to form a contact angle greater than 100 degrees, resulting in a strong water-repellent (hydrophobic) effect.

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• Self-cleaning surfaces for household or industrial applications
• Protective coatings for electronic devices to resist water damage
• Water-repellent fabrics and textiles for clothing or outdoor gear
• Automotive or building glass surfaces that stay cleaner by shedding water
• Anti-fog or anti-icing treatments for lenses and windows

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• Enhanced water repellent (hydrophobic) properties
• Surfaces remain cleaner and drier, reducing maintenance
• Potential to protect sensitive equipment from water damage
• Improves durability of treated materials by reducing water exposure
• Reduces fogging and icing on treated surfaces

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The article has a surface with filaments having certain length and other filaments, where the surface of the filaments is partially hydrophobic, so that the contact angle between a filament and water is greater than hundred degrees. The filaments are chemically anisotropic.