ArticleAdvanced materials (Deerfield Beach, Fla.)2026
A Scalable, Robust, and Bioinspired Liquid Diode for Ultrafast Unidirectional Absorption.
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Efficient management of biofluids on body surfaces is essential for advanced medical protection and healthcare. While conventional designs often rely solely on unidirectional penetration, our previously established model of a microfiber-covered porous substrate leverages synergistic interplay between lateral capillary forces and vertical permeation to enhance absorption kinetics by over 150-fold. However, scalable fabrication and mechanical robustness of such a structure remain challenging. Here, we present a semi-continuous manufacturing strategy based on electrostatic flocking combined with non-solvent-induced phase separation to produce a trilayered composite consisting of a micro-fiber array, a porous adhesive interlayer, and a fibrous support (MA-PA-FS). We systematically elucidate the role of each layer in guiding rapid liquid absorption and enhancing structural integrity. The optimized MA-PA-FS composite achieves ultrafast unidirectional water absorption (5 µL in 9.3 ms)-three orders of magnitude faster than a porous control surface (90.0 s)-and also effectively absorbs viscous biological fluids such as fresh porcine blood. Besides exceptional liquid absorption, the material exhibits high moisture permeability and strong mechanical durability. This study provides a scientific foundation for designing scalable, high-performance biofluid-handling interfaces, with promising potential in medical textiles, protective gear, and related health technologies.
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