This invention belongs to the field of superhydrophobic technology and discloses a superhydrophobic
ceramic membrane based on
zinc oxide nanoflowers and its preparation method. Addressing the problems of poor
coating stability, complex and time-consuming processes, and difficulty in large-scale production in existing processes, this invention first prepares
zinc oxide nanoflower powder with regular morphology by a
solvent mixture of deionized water and
ethylene glycol, supplemented with
zinc acetate and
urea, through a
solvothermal reaction, washing,
drying, and
calcination annealing. Then, a silica
colloidal solution and a zinc
oxide dispersion are prepared separately, mixed in a certain proportion to form a film solution, and deposited onto the surface of a
ceramic support using a dip-
coating method. Finally, the film is modified with
silane to obtain the finished product. This invention separates
powder preparation from membrane loading, resulting in a simple and easy-to-operate process with a short
production cycle. The resulting
ceramic membrane forms a silica network and a zinc oxide
nanoflower bridging structure internally, and possesses a low
surface energy hydrophobic interface, exhibiting excellent superhydrophobic, self-cleaning, and anti-
fouling properties. The membrane adheres firmly and has good durability, making it suitable for large-scale production and widely applicable in
water treatment scenarios.