Based on the related theories of extreme wettability surface, the fabrication methods of the extreme wettability surface are reviewed, analyzed and summarized. The application of the extreme wettability surface to self-cleaning, anti-fogging, anti-icing and-frosting, corrosion resistance, response switch, oil/water separation, water equipment with high loading force, no loss transport of liquid, directional transport of liquid, and materials with blood compatibility is discussed The problems needed to be resolved for real industrial applications of the extreme wettability surface are pointed out. Fabrication of superamphiphobic surface with good mechanical property and high bearing capacity of static/dynamic pressure is the main trend.

extreme wettability  /  superhydrophobic/superhydrophilic surface  /  superoleophobic/superoleophilic surface