Coatings, Volume 13, Issue 12

The use of high-power impulse magnetron sputtering (HIPIMS) to deposit chromium-based thin films on brass substrates for the purpose of corrosion-protective coating was investigated. By varying the process parameters (pulse frequency, pulse width and...

High-temperature coatings play a crucial role in protecting surfaces exposed to extreme temperatures, corrosion, and other harsh environments. This paper focuses on the physical and chemical properties of solvent-borne and water-borne high-temperatur...

In this study, homogeneous (Ti, Nb)(C, B)/IN625 composite coatings with almost defect-free microstructures were successfully prepared on a 42CrMo steel substrate by coupling ultra-high-speed laser cladding (USLC) with the direct reaction synthesis (D...

Epitaxial lithium ferrite (LiFe₅O₈) films with different thicknesses were successfully fabricated on strontium titanate (SrTiO₃) (001) substrates using the magnetron sputtering deposition technique. The microstructural and magnetic properties of the...

Laser surface texturing and micro-arc oxidation provide excellent approaches to enhance the adhesion strength and anti-corrosion performance of adhesive bonding interfaces in aluminum alloys, which can be applied in the field of automotive light weig...

In the present study, (Cr,Al)N nanolayer coatings with different Al/Cr atomic ratios were deposited by magnetron sputtering on different substrate materials (H11 and D2 tool steel, alumina). To prepare the (Cr,Al)N coatings with different Al/Cr atomi...

The special surface appearance of complex surfaces restricts the coating film quality of spraying. The study of the atomization and film formation characteristics of typical complex surfaces, as well as the spraying mechanism, is essential for planni...

Hafnium oxide (HfO₂) is widely recognized as one of the most promising high-k dielectric materials due to its remarkable properties such as high permittivity, wide band gap, and excellent thermal and chemical stability. The atomic layer deposition (A...

In this study, the plastic deformation of pure copper under room-temperature compression and different annealing times was examined, and the microstructure and texture evolution were studied via scanning electron microscopy (SEM), electron backscatte...

This study presents the results and information revealed by in-depth physicochemical investigations carried out on an 18th-century polychrome wooden pedestal of the holy relics of Saint Demetrius Basarabov preserved at the Romanian Patriarchy of Buch...

Gypsum, from either nature or industrial by-products, can be a lower-cost and cleaner alternative binder to Portland cement used in construction projects, such as affordable housing in developing countries. Although various building products have suc...

In this work, Fe₆₄Nb₃B₁₇Si₆Cr₆Ni₄ and Fe₆₀Nb₃B₁₇Si₆Cr₆Ni₄Mo₄ (at. %) coatings were prepared with a high-velocity air fuel spraying method, and the effects of minor Mo addition on the microstructure, glass formation, and corrosion resistance of the co...

This study employed arc ion plating technology to deposit CrAlN/CrN coatings on stainless steel substrates, adjusting deposition pressures ranging from 1.0 Pa to 4.0 Pa. A detailed analysis of the coatings’ microstructure, wear, and corrosion f...

Sodium/potassium-ion batteries have drawn intensive investigation interest from researchers owing to their abundant element resources and significant cost advantages. Anode materials based on alloy reaction mechanisms have the prominent merits of a s...

Improving the high-temperature stress rupture properties of Inconel 718 (IN718) alloys is crucial for enhancing aircraft engine performance. By using the laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) technique, IN718 alloys were crafted at varying volumetric energy...

This study investigates the intricate process of surface polishing for ITO-coated Pyrex glass utilizing magnetic abrasive polishing (MAP) while employing acoustic emission (AE) sensors for real-time defect monitoring. MAP, known for its versatility i...

The rapid increase in industrialization and human population is leading to critical levels of environmental pollutants, such as agrochemicals or heavy metals, which affect the preservation and integrity of ecosystems, the accessibility to drinking wa...

The development of coatings with tunable performances is critical to meet a wide range of technological applications each one with different requirements. Using the plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition (PECVD) process, scientists can create hydr...

Biofouling is a major concern in marine industries. The use of traditional toxic antifouling coatings is forbidden or severely restricted. This study aimed to provide a green and effective antifouling coating. The coating was prepared using a polydim...

The resistance and magnetoresistance of flexible thermoelectric p-type Sb₂Te₃-MWCNT, p-type Bi₂Se₃-MWCNT, and n-type Bi₂Se₃-MWCNT heterostructures were studied in the temperature range from 2 K to 300 K to reveal the conductance mechanisms governing...

Single-crystal sapphire (α-Al₂O₃) has been widely used in semiconductor, optics, communication, national defense, and other fields. Before application, an ultra-smooth surface which is scratch free and subsurface damage free is essential. Furth...

The development of accurate methodologies for a thorough comprehension of the erosion phenomenon is a challenging and necessary task. This study entailed an exhaustive analysis, incorporating empirical data obtained from an experiment involving the i...

In this paper, a liquid crystal display (LCD) photopolymerization method is proposed, and a vitrified bond diamond grinding wheel is successfully prepared. A high-performance vitrified bond was obtained by melting SiO₂-B₂O₃-Al₂O₃-Na₂O ceramic raw mat...

Yttrium nitride (YN) is a hard and refractory material with a high melting point. It is a semiconductor that has been investigated for its potential applications in the field of semiconductor technology, including as a material for electronic devices...

Biogenic synthesis using medicinal plants has less harmful effects as compared to the chemical synthesis of nanoparticles. Here, for the first time, we successfully demonstrated the eco-friendly synthesis of zinc oxide nanoparticles (ZnO NPs) using a...

The aim of this work is to develop new organic bio-sourced inhibitors that are ecofriendly and biodegradable. These natural inhibitors are organic, non-toxic molecules derived from plant extracts, containing numerous secondary metabolites, and are ca...

The current study focuses on the production of biochars derived from aquatic plants, specifically red seaweed Ahnfeltia and seagrass Zostera and Ruppia, found in brackish lagoons in the Sea of Okhotsk, Sakhalin Island. These biochars were obtained th...

In this study, TiN/Ti coatings with various modulation ratios (TiN/Ti-4:1, TiN/Ti-1:1, and TiN/Ti-1:4) were deposited on 2A70 aluminum to improve its sand erosion performance. The structural design of ion implantation + high thickness Ti transition l...

Diffusion bonding is a process that has proven effective for the joining of metal to ceramic, but the differences in coefficient of thermal expansion still pose challenges during and after the bonding process. This work details the exploration of tra...

Molybdenum tailings powder (MTs) has potential pozzolanic activity and can be used as a mineral admixture. In order to comprehend the influence of MTs powder on the cement hydration process, the hydration heat and kinetics of composite cementitious m...

Calcium carbonate (CaCO₃) is a widely used inorganic filling pigment used in coatings, and it is known for its nontoxicity, odorlessness, and environmental friendliness. The application of CaCO₃ as a filler can effectively reduce raw material costs,...

Comprising a relatively large amount of industrial solid waste, the high-value utilization of phosphogypsum (PG) is closely related to the sustainable development of resource materials and the protection of the ecological environment. PG can improve...

The layered oxyselenide BiCuSeO has attracted significant attention due to its ability to demonstrate low thermal conductivity and a high Seebeck coefficient. This research project involved the synthesis of Bi_1−xNa_xCuSeO_1−xF_x (x = 0, 0.05...

Nano-logic magnetic structures are of great interest for spintronic applications. While the methods used for developing arrays of magnetic L1₀-phase dots are, in most cases, based on deposition followed by annealing at high temperatures, usually arou...

The production of hydrogen using electrolysis contributes to the development of more important renewable energy sources. Nowadays, the synthesis of alloys, which can be successfully applied as catalysts instead of precious metals, is carefully invest...

In our research, we investigated the optical properties of Graphene Oxide (GO) films functionalized with N,N-Dimethyl-N-octadecyl(3-aminopropyl)trimethoxysilyl chloride (DMOAP) using Variable Angle Spectroscopic Ellipsometry (VASE). We found that aft...

Some copper-based metal–organic frameworks show promise for use as electrocatalysts because they allow for an electrode configuration in which copper species with redox and electron-conducting properties are immobilized in a three-dimensional a...

Titanium (Ti) and its alloys are widely recognized as preferred materials for bone implants due to their superior mechanical properties. However, their natural surface bio-inertness can hinder effective tissue integration. To address this challenge,...

The plasma spray method is widely utilized for enhancing wear, surface fatigue, and corrosion properties through coating. The mechanical and surface characteristics of the resulting coating are contingent upon various spraying parameters, including a...

The objective of this study was to investigate the early failure behavior of thermal barrier coatings on single-crystal nozzle guide vanes under gas thermal shock conditions. The microstructure and mechanical properties of the thermal barrier coating...

To explore the influence of the number of laser ablations on the shape, geometry, and taper of the pitting structure by laser ablation in the liquid phase, three-dimensional confocal microscopy was used to quantitatively characterize the shape of the...

The polyurethane (PU) mixture is a zero-emission and high-performance engineering mixture that could replace traditional asphalt mixtures for pavement paving. This paper investigated the feasibility of using the 2S2P1D model to characterize the linea...

Cold spray has become a prominent deposition technology for coating, repair, and restoration in many industries, such as the aerospace, automotive, and power generation industries. It also has the potential to be used as an alternative overlay restor...

One of the most common current processing methods in various scientific studies is the modification of surfaces of various structural materials via laser radiation (laser ablation technique). The laser texturizing of metal surfaces is one of the prom...

Boiling heat transfer on nanostructured surfaces presents great potential in cooling highly integrated microelectronic devices. Analysis of the factors affecting boiling heat transfer included the analysis of nanostructure and wettability, indicating...

Low-cost, high-capacity sodium-ion batteries can help solve energy shortages and various environmental problems. Transition metal phosphides have a high theoretical capacity and a relatively low redox potential (vs. Na/Na⁺) and are therefore expected...

Tellurium oxides of the ATeO₃ form typically do not crystallize in perovskite structures. Here, we show that perovskite-like ATeO₃ (A = Ca, Sr, Ba) thin films can be grown on perovskite single-crystal substrates via epitaxial stabilization. These fil...

To achieve durable high-performance fiber-reinforced concrete that meets economic requirements, this paper introduces a hybrid intelligent framework based on the Latin hypercube experimental design, response surface methodology (RSM), and the NSGA-II...

This article considers the possibility of using a magnetron-deposited coating for the protection of hafnium hydrides at high temperatures as a material for neutron control rods. We describe the role of TiC coating in the high-temperature behavior of...

In this paper, we demonstrate the potential of the contactless surface photovoltage (SPV) method for fast and reliable control of GaAs-based solar cells directly on epitaxial heterostructures before metallization and photolithography processes. The m...