Table 3 Various surface texturing methods using a surface modification
Texturing Process | Features |
|---|---|
Sandblasting Martin et al. [152] | A random surface texturing process, difficult to control the depth and regularity of the substrates |
Electron beam texturing Rajnicek et al. [153] | Precise control: requires a vacuum |
Photolithography Clark et al. [154] | Demonstrates well-controlled features, the mutual problems with organic solvent, spin coaters and photoresists process |
Electric arc texturing Curtis et al. [155] | Used for conductive materials: lower control over the process |
Laser texturing/ micromachining Duncan et al. [156] | This process delivers precise control of even complex features: fast, clean and no contact |