Porous carbons derived from bimetallic metal–organic frameworks exhibit tunable properties by controlling the ratio of metal ions (Zn and Co) in the precursors. With the optimal ratio of Zn/Co = 3 in the precursors, the porous carbons possess a superior electrosorption capacity of 45.6 mg g−1.

Smart functional polymers have gained a huge amount of interest in recent times due to their innumerable applications in areas including sensors, actuators, switchable wettability, bio-medical and environmental applications.

An optically transparent slippery surface was fabricated from a blend of Perfluoropolyether and (tridecafluoro-1,1,2,2-tetrahydrooctyl)-1-trichlorosilane by electrospraying and subsequent low temperature curing.