Integrating multiscale structural functions in one device is of great significance in water collection. So a multiscale structured membrane is designed to achieve cycle between water directional collection on the micrometer-sized biomimetic beads and directional transport to the intersection of adjacent fibers, which endows the membrane with high efficiency and continuity in water collection. 

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First published: 13 January 2016 

Ming Du , Yong Zhao , Ye Tian , Kan Li , * and Lei Jiang *