Coatings, Volume 15, Issue 3

The use of bound states in the continuum (BICs) has emerged as an effective tool to trap light at the nanoscale and has many potential applications in photonics. Breaking the structural symmetry is regarded as an effective way to excite quasi-BICs (Q...

The widespread adoption of metal implants in orthopaedics and dentistry has revolutionized medical treatments, but concerns remain regarding their biocompatibility, toxicity, and immunogenicity. This study conducts a comprehensive literature review o...

Thermal shock testing has long been employed to assess thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), with crack formation and propagation on TBC surfaces serving as important indicators of fracture toughness. In this study, the influence of preexisting cracks wit...

In the CO₂-amine solution system, metal packings in purification devices face corrosion risks, while plastic packings have garnered attention due to their lightweight nature, ease of processing, and excellent corrosion resistance. Since different pla...

In this investigation, electrochemical deposition procedures were reported to synthesize a novel composite polymer, 3-methylpyrrole-dodecyl sulfate sodium/3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (3MPY-SDS/EDOT) coatings, on OL 37 samples for anticorrosion protect...

The aim of the study is a comparative analysis of micromechanical and microtribological properties of the cathodic arc-deposited Mo, Cr, and Ta coatings using nanoindentation and scratch test techniques as well as a microtribological dry sliding test...

Aircraft gas turbine blades operate in aggressive, generally oxidizing, atmospheres. A solution to mitigate the degradation and improve the performance of such components is the deposition of thermal barrier coatings systems (TBCs). High-velocity air...

Microbial fuel cell (MFC) technology has become a novel and attractive method for generating renewable energy during wastewater treatment. In this study, researchers combined carbon felt (CF), metal oxide (NiO), and polyaniline (PANI) to prepare CF/N...

Increasing demand to deposit dense and oxidation-resistant bond coats requires reliable and efficient deposition techniques. High-Velocity Air-Fuel (HVAF), among other thermal spray processes, is showcasing consistent potential to optimize spraying t...

Developing aramid fiber (AF) with electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding properties is of significant importance for expanding their applications in the military, aerospace, and industrial sectors. Current research on the EMI shielding properti...

Plasma nitriding (PN) is often used to enhance the mechanical properties (surface hardness, wear and corrosion resistance) of bulk alloys. High-quality AlCrN hard coatings were obtained using high-power pulsed magnetron sputtering (HiPIMS) technology...

The screening of environmentally friendly, efficient and high-temperature-resistant organic corrosion inhibitors represents a significant means of reducing metal losses in industrial production. In this study, we investigated using aliphatic amine-fu...

In this paper, a composite separator for lithium-ion batteries was successfully prepared by electrostatic spinning, based on polyacrylonitrile (PAN) and 5% cellulose nanocrystals (CNCs) derived from sisal fiber. Its physical and electrochemical prope...

Flexible pavements are susceptible to distress when subjected to long-term vehicle loads and environmental factors, thereby reqsuiring appropriate maintenance. To overcome the hectic field data collection and traffic congestion problems, this paper p...

In this work, the development of FDCA-based polyester resins for coil coatings in industrial environment is presented. The goal of our research was to prepare industrial coatings made from renewable materials with the same performance as the standard...

Pure copper’s exceptional thermal and electrical properties, along with its processability, make it indispensable in aerospace, automotive, and electrical industries, particularly in heat exchangers and radiators. Lattice structures, with high...

In the field of nondestructive evaluation (NDE) using ultrasonic guided waves, accurately assessing the aging failure of insulation coatings remains a challenging and prominent research topic. While the application of ultrasonic guided waves in mater...

Advanced oxidation processes (AOPs) based on activated persulfate (PS) are gradually being employed in the treatment of novel pollutants. In this study, an efficient and reliable CoNiFe-layered double hydroxide (LDH) was prepared by a hydrothermal me...

In recent decades, magnetic hyperthermia (MH) has gained considerable scientific interest in cancer treatment due to its ability to heat tumor tissues deeply localized inside the body. Functionalizing magnetic nanoparticles (MNPs) with vector molecul...

The surface scattering property is one of the important indicators of the optical properties of metal materials, which is of great significance for the development, processing, and application of optical devices. The bidirectional reflection distribu...

This study, based on 90# matrix asphalt binder, investigates the use of SBS, C9 petroleum resin, and polyethylene (PE) as modifiers to prepare high-viscosity modified asphalt binders. Using the uniform design method, the modifier proportions were opt...

Portulaca oleracea L. is an important herb with the same origin in medicine and food. To achieve the precise sowing of P. oleracea, this study employed a mixed experimental design to optimize the pellet formulation of the seeds. Fillers such as kaoli...

This study examines the microstructure and corrosion resistance of FeCrNiAl_0.7Cu_0.3Si_x (x = 0, 0.1, 0.3, and 0.5) high-entropy alloys (HEAs) in a 3.5% NaCl solution. X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive spect...

Radiative cooling is a passive cooling strategy that dissipates heat externally through the atmospheric window (8–13 μm). This study presents a radiative cooling film with a simple and cost-effective fabrication process. The film was fabrica...

This study investigates the material properties, metallurgical processes, and corrosion mechanisms of bronze arrowheads excavated from the Imperial City of the Minyue Kingdom, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Wuyishan, Fujian, China. Using optical mic...

Polymer composite coatings exhibit excellent mechanical properties, chemical resistance, and self-lubricating characteristics, providing an effective solution to address the failure of transmission components under harsh operating conditions, includi...

Microbial corrosion poses a significant threat to architectural heritage worldwide. This study used metagenomics to investigate microbial diversity and taxonomic groups present in the door walls of the Ji family’s residential houses, as well as...

The demand for sustainable packaging has increased the interest in biopolymer coatings as alternatives to plastic-based barriers on paper and board. Alginate and chitosan offer promising barrier properties by improving gas barrier and grease resistan...

PZT thin films with a sol–gel-derived seed layer of Pb_1.2(Zr_0.3, Ti_0.7)O₃ were deposited on Pt/Ti/SiO₂/Si substrates via the magnetron sputtering process. The purpose of this present study was to investigate the influence of sputtering process...

Emissions caused by polluting gases, such as carbon dioxide, are one of the main contributors to the generation of the greenhouse effect that leads to global warming, responsible for climate change. An alternative to mitigating these emissions is the...

Engineering equipment is an important material foundation for supporting national defense security and promoting the development of the national economy. Large and complex mechanical equipment has a complex structural composition and a large number o...

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Fog-proof coatings have been widely utilized in various fields, including automobile windshields, curtain walls, and fog-resistant eyewear. To date, numerous methods have been developed for preparing fog-proof coatings. However, the most effective fo...

TiC-based cermet clads were applied onto high-Cr-containing, cold work D2 tool steel substrates through laser-directed energy deposition (L-DED). A novel suspension-based preplacement method was used to apply the feedstock prior to laser cladding. Th...

TiN thin films are widely used as protective and decorative coatings for tools in industry. Previous studies have focused on the deposition of TiN coatings on substrates by reactive magnetron sputtering, whereas the use of TiN targets avoids problems...

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Dental implants are recognized as one of the most effective long-term solutions for the replacement of one or multiple missing teeth, addressing both aesthetics and functionality. However, one of the leading causes of implant failure is peri-implant...

With the increasing attention paid to environmental pollution, paper-based packaging materials have gradually gained favor among people. Paper-based materials are very environmentally friendly and renewable packaging materials. However, the mechanica...

Wind turbine blades are subjected to cyclic loading conditions throughout their operational lifetime, making fatigue a critical factor in their design. Accurate prediction of the fatigue performance of wind turbine blades is important for optimizing...

Cemented carbide has a relatively high surface friction coefficient, which can result in increased wear and energy consumption during friction, ultimately impacting service life and efficiency. In order to improve the tribological properties of the t...

Surface laser processing of metallic materials is known to be effective in improving wear resistance due to microstructure refinement and the associated hardening effect. However, the formation of cracks, which frequently accompanies such processing,...

Fluidized bed-chemical vapor deposition (FB-CVD) technology stands as a cross-cutting achievement of fluidized bed technology in chemical engineering and chemical vapor deposition (CVD) in materials science, finding applications in particle coating,...

This study presents an evaluation of the microtensile bond strength (µTBS) and microleakage (ML) of a bulk-fill (BF) composite, Ormocer, and Alkasite in comparison to the conventional composite bonded to caries-affected dentin (CAD) in deciduou...

CoCrNi medium-entropy alloy (MEA) coatings prepared using laser cladding (LC) with unique properties have aroused great interest in recent years and have been widely studied. However, limited studies have been conducted on the effect of adding Al/Fe...

This paper investigates how negative substrate bias voltage and sputtering pressure influence tungsten coatings deposited via radiofrequency magnetron sputtering. Increasing the absolute value of negative bias voltage (up to −150 V) of the subs...

To prevent traffic accidents caused by icy roads in winter and damage to roads resulting from repeated freeze–thaw cycles, this paper proposes an optimized design plan for slow-release anti-icing fog seal. The effects of the dosages of slow-rel...

This study introduced a novel type of biochar–titanate nanosheet (BC@TNS) composite for the selective adsorption of Pb(II) from wastewater containing various heavy metal ions. The biochar derived from lignin–carbon pyrolysis forms the sca...

This work systematically investigated the effects of warm shot peening (WSP) on the microstructure evolution, residual stress, and microhardness of the Mg-8Gd-3Y-0.4Zr (GW83) alloy by X-ray diffraction line profile analysis, transmission electron mic...

Niobium pentoxide (Nb₂O₅) is a promising anode candidate for lithium-ion batteries due to its high theoretical capacity, excellent rate capability, and safe working potential. However, its inherent low conductivity limits its practical application in...

Epoxy asphalt, as a thermosetting and thermoplastic polymer composite material, has been widely used for steel bridge decks and specialty pavements due to its road performance, thermal stability, rutting resistance, and durability. However, the poor...