Coatings, Volume 15, Issue 10

A solvent-free, solid-state mechanochemical method was developed to synthesize the chalcohalide compound SbSI at room temperature. Dry high-energy planetary ball milling of elemental antimony, sulfur, and iodine produced a pure, stoichiometric polycr...

Low-emissivity (low-e) coatings are used in architectural and automotive glazing for energy-saving applications. These are used to minimise heat transmission through the windows by reflection. Low-e coatings are semi-transparent coatings that typical...

This study developed a waterborne UV-curable acrylic composite coating incorporated with carved lacquer powder and systematically investigated the effects of powder and deionized water content on its properties. The results showed that the carved lac...

Chinese lacquer (urushi), a traditional East Asian coating material, has been used for more than 7000 years due to its durability, gloss, and cultural significance. However, its long-term stability under natural light remains insufficiently studied,...

Traditional lithography processes use resist materials that require organic solvents during the development step but also often contain components derived from PFASs (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), raising concerns about environmental pollutio...

This paper investigates WC-10Co4Cr coatings on 4340 steel prepared by conventional HVOF and novel cold spraying (CS) under optimal process parameters to address low wear resistance. The results show that the CS WC-10Co4Cr coating porosity is less tha...

Surface organic coatings (SOCs) composed of drying oils, resins, and bitumen were commonly applied to small Renaissance bronze sculptures to enhance their visual and physical properties, producing dark, lustrous surfaces that were both esthetic and p...

This study presents an innovative modification to the chemical bath deposition method for synthesizing zinc oxide thin films by incorporating a high-voltage electric field, with and without electrical polarity inversion, to influence film growth dyna...

This study provides a comprehensive investigation into the growth behavior of boron nitride (BN) buffer layers on Silicon carbide (SiC) substrates and their influence on interfacial band alignment. BN layers were deposited on semi-insulating SiC by R...

Semi-flexible pavement (SFP) relies primarily on the properties of cementitious grouting material (CGM), which plays a crucial role in providing durability and crack resistance. This paper investigates the performance of CGMs containing recycled wast...

This study systematically investigates the influence of 3D printing parameters on the surface morphology and coating performance of polylactic acid (PLA) substrates finished with traditional Chinese lacquer. PLA specimens were fabricated using fused...

In this study, by varying the concentrations of the precursors used, copper sulfide films were deposited on FTO glass using the sequential ionic layer adsorption and reaction (SILAR) method and the following copper sulfide phases were detected: anili...

The main aim of this study is to produce TEOS-based fibers using the electrospinning method with solutions without carrier polymers, unlike most TEOS-based fibers that are produced with polymer additives. This study provides fundamental insights into...

To address the issue in the pure oxide molten salt system Na₂WO₄-WO₃, where the relatively high melting temperature often causes thermal corrosion of the base material and reduces electrodeposition efficiency. A new molten salt system for electrodepo...

Seepage-induced internal erosion occurs when the hydraulic forces are sufficient to detach fine particles and transport them out of the structure, leading to notable changes in soil characteristics such as particle size distribution, pore size distri...

A corrosion-resistant coating was fabricated on the surface of LZ91 Mg–Li alloy via a one-step hydrothermal method under varying reaction temperatures (70, 90, 110, and 130 °C). This involved immersing bare Mg–Li alloy substrates in a...

This review presents a comprehensive overview of metallic abradable coatings and the advanced testing methodologies used to evaluate their performance in gas turbine engines. Abradable materials are engineered to act as sacrificial coatings, enabling...

Current heat transfer coefficient models for scCO₂-MQL exhibit critical limitations because they neglect the Mach disk phenomenon and the effects of radial velocity distribution in the scCO₂ jets. These theoretical deficiencies result in significant...

A cost-effective laser marker was employed to fabricate a superhydrophilic, photocatalytic Mg-Ti-based surface on glass under ambient conditions. The photocatalytic layer was first deposited via laser processing, followed by partial laser etching to...

This study explored the feasibility of using a plastic vacuum chamber for the Filament-Assisted Chemical Vapor Deposition (FACVD) of polymer thin films. Traditional chemical vapor deposition (CVD) methods often require high vacuum and elevated temper...

Aluminum–lithium alloys, as promising next-generation aerospace materials, exhibit outstanding properties, such as high strength, low density, excellent cryogenic performance, and superior corrosion resistance. In this study, aluminum–lit...

This study describes the approach to develop hybrid nanostructures made of four varieties of ceramic nanotubes and three types of conductive polymers embedded with gold nanoparticles through a novel technique, which can exhibit distinct sensory prope...

This study aims to enhance the corrosion resistance and bioactivity of zinc surfaces through the development of chitosan–pistachio shell (CPM) coatings reinforced with Nb₂CT_x MXene. The approach introduces a sustainable pathway by incorporating...

Salt efflorescence is always a main barrier for pottery cultural relic conservation. This study presents an innovative two-step process for enhancing the reinforced strength of efflorescence pottery. The first step involves forming a cross-linked mes...

In this study, a carbon felt (CF)-based ternary composite anode was developed through the decoration of nickel cobaltite (NiCo₂O₄) nano-needles and subsequent in situ electropolymerization of polypyrrole (PPy). The structural and electrochemical prop...

This study presents numerical simulations of ice crystal accretion on aircraft surfaces under mixed-phase icing conditions, where ice crystals coexist with supercooled water droplets. The Finite Element Navier–Stokes Analysis Program (FENSAP-IC...

Oxygenated volatile organic compounds are key precursors of secondary photochemical pollutants. To enhance their removal, NaY–zeolite was modified with nano-sized metals (Fe, Ti, Si, or Ce) using impregnation and sol–gel methods. Dynamic...

Architectural exterior wall coatings require a balance of elasticity, stain resistance, and durability. Although nano-SiO₂ enhances fracture resistance in elastic coatings, its limited hydrophobicity allows pollutant adhesion. Nano-TiO₂ can photocata...

Ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) are extensively utilized in aero engines due to their high-temperature stability; however, they are prone to environmental corrosion at high temperatures, and environmental barrier coatings (EBCs) are necessary to res...

Globally escalating electricity demand necessitates substantial power grid capacity expansion. Current transmission line capacity enhancement technologies are seriously constrained by factors including limited accuracy of computational models, elevat...

The promotion and application of a solar photovoltaic thermal (PVT) collector is increasingly favored. In this paper, a solar PVT collector with a serpentine pipe has been investigated by using the double iteration strategy. The simulation results ar...

Micro-arc oxidation (MAO) technology demonstrates remarkable advantages in fabricating ceramic coatings on lightweight alloys. For aluminum alloys, MAO rapidly forms dense, pore-free ceramic layers within minutes, significantly enhancing corrosion an...

High-speed laser cladding technology is an innovative process that reduces costs and enhances coating quality. In this study, CoCrMo wear-resistant coatings were fabricated on a 40Cr steel substrate using high-speed laser cladding technology and comp...

In this study, a processing platform based on hollow tungsten arc coaxially assisted by fiber laser (HTAAL) was developed. The HTAAL discharge process was analyzed through physical experiments and numerical simulations. The coupling effect between th...

Zirconium (Zr) thin films were deposited on silicon (Si) substrates via pulsed laser deposition (PLD) using a 248 nm excimer laser. The effects of substrate temperature on film morphology and crystallinity were systematically investigated. X-ray diff...

The design and production of goods have been completely transformed by additive manufacturing (AM), which makes it possible to create components with intricate and complex geometries that were previously impossible or impractical to produce. However,...

Due to the random factors that influence grinding stability, hardness distribution appears in inhomogeneity at different locations on the hardened layer in grind-hardening technology. It may affect the wear resistance of parts. Therefore, in order to...

Minimizing surface defects in perovskite films is crucial for suppressing non-radiative recombination and enhancing device performance. Herein, we propose the use of N-bromosuccinimide (NBS), a small molecule containing Lewis base carbonyl groups (C=...

Polyurethane (PU), owing to its superior physicochemical properties, is considered an ideal modifier for asphalt. To improve the mechanical performance and service durability of asphalt pavements, PU-modified asphalts with varying dosages were prepar...

Pipeline anticorrosion patch spray coating is a critical process in pipeline construction and maintenance. It directly affects the adhesion between the pipe exterior and the heat-shrink sleeve and indirectly determines the quality of the coating bond...

Crystalline silicon photovoltaic power generation is a renewable energy source vigorously developed worldwide, while high-quality carbon/carbon thermal insulation tubes serve as key core components for fabricating high-performance large-diameter phot...

This study used density functional theory (DFT)-based first-principles calculations to investigate the desolvation effect of single-walled carbon nanotubes (SWCNTs) modified with hydroxyl (-OH), carbonyl (-C=O), and carboxyl (-COOH) groups. SWCNTs ha...

Pipelines are critical infrastructure for energy transportation, but long-term service under complex loading can cause local buckling failures. This study investigates the wrinkle behavior of API-X80 pipelines under combined internal pressure and ben...

The technology of surface acoustic wave-based (SAW) sensors greatly depends on the performance of the resulting sensing layer. To ensure real applications, the sensors must be produced with reproducibility, as well as the statistical consistency of a...

In this study, we present a cost-effective approach for fabricating nanopores on single-crystal silicon using a silver–alumina–silver (Ag/AAO/Ag) metal–insulator–metal (MIM) structured mask. Self-ordered porous anodic aluminum...

Potholes are typical scattered distresses on asphalt pavements, severely impairing traffic safety and pedestrian safety due to delayed repair time and secondary distress. Aiming to extend the service life of repaired potholes, this study develops a p...

As a key piece of equipment in badminton, the surface treatment technology of rackets has garnered significant attention in the fields of material science and sports engineering. This study is the first to systematically review research on racket coa...

Biofouling is the colonization and attachment of sessile organisms on submerged surfaces, whether natural or artificial. The presence of these communities compromises the structural integrity, operational efficiency, and durability of coastal structu...

Magnesium alloy micro-arc oxidation (MAO) coatings are limited in biomedical applications due to their poor corrosion resistance. High-intensity pulsed ion beam (HIPIB) treatment enhances corrosion resistance as well as biocompatibility, but the unde...

Potassium–selenium (K-Se) batteries have emerged as a promising energy storage system in view of their high theoretical energy density and low cost. However, their practical application is restricted due to challenges such as polyselenide shutt...