Chemical Physics Letters, Vol.723, 65-68, 2019
Preparation of smart glass with superhydrophobic and thermochromic properties
The practical application of VO2 smart glass is usually restricted by poor thermochromic property and contaminant. In this study, the VOx/SiO2 composite films were fabricated using magnetron sputtering and sol-gel preparations. Compared with VOx-based films, the VOx/SiO2 composite films showed the superhydrophobic property, and its water contact angle was up to 165 degrees. At the same time, the VOx/SiO2 composite films retained the original excellent thermochromic property with solar regulation of 13.95%, luminous transmittance of 37.34% and the low phase transition temperature around 38 degrees C. This study provided guidance for the combined application of VO2 smart glass and superhydrophobic coating.