2024 July - 142 articles
The corrosion of structural materials is a crucial issue of the application of supercritical carbon dioxide in the Brayton power cycle system. The oxidation and carburization behaviors of typical alloy materials in high-temperature CO2 environments a...
The development of cost-effective components for Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) electrolyzers plays a crucial role in the transformation of renewable energy into hydrogen. To achieve this goal, two main issues should be addressed: reducing the Platin...
As a new binder, polyurethane (PU) is used to overcome the poor durability of porous pavement. This study focuses on the fatigue performance of a porous polyurethane mixture (PPM) under immersion conditions and compares it with a porous asphalt mixtu...
Ti and its alloys have been vastly employed in the manufacturing of biomedical implants for orthopedy and dentistry, especially the Ti-6Al-4V alloy (wt%), which is the most-used Ti alloy worldwide. However, the ion release of Al and V in the long ter...
To curtail the negative effects of traditional flood machining, dry cutting using carbide tools has emerged as a prominent alternative for manufacturers, owing to its low cost and phenomenal surface qualities. In line with this view, high-speed machi...
This paper investigates the influence of soil with finite depth on the vibrational behavior of a multi-span continuous beam resting on an elastic foundation. The simplified model of the Timoshenko beam supported on soil with finite depth is establish...
In order to obtain the optimal cladding process parameters for repairing the inner wall of the cylinder, 316L stainless steel powder was laser clad onto 27SiMn steel, which is the base material of the inner wall of the cylinder. The CCD (Central Comb...
Mycelium-based composites are a promising avenue for innovating sustainable materials from the hyphae of fungi. This study focuses on the use of fibers from four local fungal species, namely, Pleurotus ostreatus, Pleurotus sajor-caju (Fr. Singer), Au...
Biocorrosion of materials used in dental restorations is a complex process involving various bacterial species that coexist as biofilms. Since copper possesses excellent antibacterial properties, it could help minimize this problem. The aim of this s...
Naturally inspired nanostructured surfaces, by mechanically inhibiting bacterial adhesion or killing bacteria, effectively prevent the emergence of antibiotic resistance, making them a promising strategy against healthcare-associated infections. Howe...
The paper provides and comments on the results of studies of the effect of sandstone-based abrasives and quartz sand alone on the wear of martensitic surfaces of wear-resistant steels. The wear process was examined on a ring-on-ring test rig seeking...
Currently, the wood coatings industry is focusing on creating unique, vibrant finishes using new functional pigments. Simultaneously, there is a growing adoption of eco-friendly bio-based materials, reflecting trends in other sectors and supporting t...
The main purpose of this paper was to reveal the effect of aluminum (Al)-based coagulants on enhanced coagulation for the removal of algae and the synergistic optimization mechanism among different Al species. The formation, breakage, and regrowth pr...
Controlling or reducing the adsorption of surfactants on reservoir rock surfaces has been a challenging task in enhanced oil recovery (EOR) methods, as it directly affects the cost-effectiveness of the projects. The adsorption of surfactants on rock...
This study aimed to assess the effects of fluoridated varnishes supplemented with micrometric or nanosized sodium trimetaphosphate (TMPmicro or TMPnano, respectively) against enamel softening in an early erosive model in vitro. Bovine enamel blocks (...
The paper presents the results of the multi-analytical study of the painting on a panel from the icon collection of the Gallery of Matica srpska museum in Novi Sad, Serbia. It is part of the research aiming to set the methodology for the museum&rsquo...
This study comparatively analyzed the wear characteristics and adhesion properties of 86WC–10Co–4Cr (WC) coatings deposited using the high velocity oxygen fuel process and 75Cr3C2–25NiCr (CrC) and Al2O3–3TiO2 (Al2O3) coatings...
The icing on wind turbines reduces their aerodynamic performance and can cause other safety issues. Accordingly, in this paper, the de-icing characteristics of a wind turbine blade airfoil under different conditions are investigated using numerical s...
In recent years, the demand for the protection and restoration of cultural heritage has become increasingly urgent. Particularly for paper-based cultural relics such as ancient books and paintings, their restoration is especially important due to the...
The intumescent flame-retardant coatings were prepared using ammonium polyphosphate (APP), pentaerythritol (PER), melamine (MEL), styrene–acrylic emulsion, and iron oxide yellow (FeOOH) as the base material. A cone calorimeter (CCT), smoke dens...
Material testing, particularly in biological applications, can be an extensive endeavor leading to a significant investment of resources. This article details a simple material and coating testing assay series that provides insights into leaching, an...
Metal and metal oxide nanoparticles are gaining traction in inorganic catalysis and photocatalysis, driving the development of eco-friendly methods. This study introduces an eco-friendly and cost-effective approach for synthesizing Al2O3 nanoparticle...
The chemical sensitization of surface acoustic wave (SAW) sensors plays a key role for this technology. The analysis of the resulting nanometric sensing layer is crucial for the development of new sensing materials as well as for the quality control...
Superhydrophobic surfaces have garnered significant attention in various industrial applications, such as photovoltaic power generation, anti-icing, and corrosion resistance, due to their exceptional water-repellent properties. However, the poor dura...
TiZrNbMo coatings have been deposited using the direct current pulsed magnetron sputtering method in an argon atmosphere. The synthesis processes have been conducted under various process parameters. The structure (chemical and phase composition) and...
Unidiameter Vertical Interpenetrating Cylindrical Surfaces (UVICS, also called T-pipe surfaces) are a type of typical complex surface that exists in facilities or equipment such as oil storage tanks and industrial pipelines. The shape and surface cha...
The research aimed to enhance the aqua-jet/spunlace cellulose nonwoven fabric by deposition of copper coating by magnetron sputtering technology. Plasma technology facilitated the efficient distribution of copper particles on the surface of the cellu...
This work is devoted to evaluating the corrosion behaviors of SS 304L and SS 316L in monoethanolamine solutions (MEA) containing SOX and NOX pollutants, examining both lean and CO2-loaded conditions at 25 °C and 40 °C. Electrochemical techniq...
This paper presents the design and fabrication of new types of polymer-based cantilevers for atomic force microscopy. The design and fabrication are aimed at the capability of 3D laser microprinting technology based on two-photon polymerization on a...
The study delves into the use of the thiol-yne click reaction to enhance (bio)conjugation methodologies, particularly focusing on immobilizing biomolecules onto PLLA surfaces. The thiol-yne click reaction, known for its efficiency, selectivity, and v...
Hierarchical porous activated carbon derived from pleurotus eryngii was prepared by a one-step activation method. It was found that the specific surface area of the obtained sample increased with the increase in activation temperature (700–900...
Environmental pollution can be caused by the improper disposal of agricultural waste and the use of fluorinated chemicals. Icing is a natural phenomenon, but the accumulation of ice on the surface of electrical equipment can damage the equipment and...
Dye-sensitized solar cells with synthesized phenothiazine derivative 3,7′-bis(2-cyano-1-acrylic acid)-10-ethyl-phenothiazine (PTZ) and commercial di-tetrabutylammonium cis-bis(isothiocyanato)bis(2,2′-bipyridyl-4,4′-dicarboxylato)rut...
The corrosion resistance of bearing materials is crucial for the long-term service and high precision of modern equipment, and has aroused widespread research interest. Inoculation treatment is beneficial for improving the mechanical properties of GC...
The present paper reported a novel bipolar-pulse cathodic plasma electrolytic deposition (BP-CPED) technique with a low current density. This newly developed CPED technique can break down the barriers of the existing CPED technique with higher curren...
Microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) has long been a critical issue due to its potential to cause severe damage to equipment and the associated risk of operational failures, leading to significant financial losses. This study investigates the...
In this study, the properties of steel strand-reinforced reactive powder concrete (RPC) with mixed steel fibers and basalt fibers were investigated. The volume ratios of steel fibers and basalt fibers ranged from 0% to 2%. The reinforcement ratio of...
Commercialized lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) batteries have become mainstream energy storage batteries due to their incomparable advantages in safety, stability, and low cost. However, LiFePO4 (LFP) batteries still have the problems of capacity de...
This study investigated four cooling methods for CuCrFeMnNi high-entropy alloy, namely, furnace cooling, air cooling, oil cooling, and water cooling (designated as FC, AC, OC, and WC, respectively), following a 12 h treatment at 800 °C. Results i...
Chitosan-based films show great potential in terms of application in food preservation and are also promising carriers of biologically active ingredients. This paper presents the potential use of chitosan-based films with the addition of essential oi...
Hollow silica nanoparticles (HSNPs) have hygroscopic properties because of their high specific surface area and surface hydroxyl groups. However, compared with other hygroscopic materials, their hygroscopic properties are relatively weak, which limit...
The emergence of nanotechnology and surface engineering techniques provides new opportunities for designing self-lubricant coatings with enhanced properties. In recent years, green coating technologies have played a vital role in environmental preser...
Tool wear, closely linked to operational efficiency and economic viability, must be detected and managed promptly to prevent significant losses. Traditional methods for tool wear detection, though somewhat effective, often lack precision and require...
This study aims to develop Ni-P coatings with high P content (≥11 wt.%) reinforced with WC nanoparticles on F22 steel substrates. The introduction of conductive WC in the plating solution dramatically increases reactivity of the plating solution,...
To determine the formula for biomimetic warm-mix regeneration and fulfill the requirements of a “high waste asphalt mixture content, high quality, and high level” for its usage in reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP), this paper first determi...
Monolayers of Ti and TiN coatings, as well as a Ti/TiN bilayer coating, were deposited on AISI M2 steel substrates using the PVD cathodic arc technique. The coatings had a thickness close to 5 μm and an average roughness between 98.6 and 110.1 &mu...
Herein we report on a facile sol-gel spin-coating technique to fabricate ZnO thin films that grow preferentially along the (002) plane on FTO substrates. By employing the magnetron sputtering technique to deposit a tungsten (W) top metal electrode on...
Cold spray technology, as an emerging surface engineering technique, effectively prepares hard coatings by high-speed projection of powder materials onto substrates at relatively low temperatures. The principal advantage of this technology lies in it...
Working conditions exert an important influence on the tribological properties of protective coatings, thus affecting the wear resistance of workpieces. In this work, a TiAlSiN hardness-modulated multilayer coating with a good match of strength and t...
The Coatings Editorial Office retracts the article entitled “Improving the Structural, Optical and Photovoltaic Properties of Sb- and Bi- Co-Doped MAPbBr3 Perovskite Solar Cell” [...]
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