Surfaces, Volume 8, Issue 4

Mild steel readily corrodes in acidic environments, and most industrial corrosion inhibitors are synthetic, often toxic, and environmentally harmful. In this study, electrocatalytically active Cd–Cs mixed oxide nanocomposites were synthesized v...

The interaction between clay minerals and electrolyte solutions critically affects waterflooding efficiency in enhanced oil recovery (EOR). This study systematically investigated the adsorption and thermodynamic properties of montmorillonite, illite,...

Electron transport measurements on Co/TiN multilayers are employed to explore the effect of TiN layers on Co resistivity. For this, 50 nm thick multilayer stacks containing N = 1–10 individual Co layers that are separated by 1 nm thick TiN laye...

This study investigates the optimization of sol–silicate façade coatings modified with colloidal silica and a silane-based hydrophobizing additive to enhance hydrophobicity while maintaining a high water-vapor transmission rate (V). The...

In recent years, porous carbon-based materials have demonstrated their potential as electrode materials, particularly as supercapacitors for energy storage. The specific capacitance of a carbon-based material is strongly influenced by its porosity. H...

It is recognized that the ionization state of amphipathic molecules can affect the curvature and arrangement of the supramolecular structure of which they are a part due to changes in their shape and interactions with neighboring molecules. The pKa i...

This study deals with diamond films grown via the microwave plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition technique (MWPECVD) on molybdenum (Mo) substrates of different roughness. This work is motivated by the necessity of overcoming the poor adhesion of...

Hexaconazole, a triazole-class fungicide, demonstrates broad-spectrum protective and therapeutic activity against fungal pathogens, particularly those from Basidiomycota and Ascomycota, such as brown spot and powdery mildew. Despite its efficacy in c...

This study explores how post-deposition thermal annealing alters the structural, morphological, and electronic properties of Sn–Te–O thin films grown by radio-frequency magnetron co-sputtering. Thin films were annealed at temperatures ran...

Polymeric materials are increasingly used as thin films or coatings with end-use dimensions approaching those of individual polymer molecules [...]

Resistance spot welding of aluminum alloys causes the electrode materials to degrade rapidly. This is due to diffusion processes occurring between the sheet materials and the copper electrodes at process temperatures of up to 600 °C. This signifi...

Powder coating, as a promising coating material, has attracted widespread attention due to its convenient construction and being a green option, promoting environmental protection. However, the existence of defects such as insufficient leveling and p...

The SARS-CoV-2 pandemic caused tremendous loss of life and long-term health effects for many. The virus continues to evolve, and new variants have the potential to cause widespread physical and economic impacts. Long-chain carboxylic acids featuring...

M50 steel is a critical bearing material, yet its tribological properties may deteriorate in engineering applications. To reduce the frictional resistance between M50 steel and contact surfaces, this study utilized laser processing technology to fabr...

The Ti6Al4V alloy is considered the most beneficial of the titanium alloys for use in biomedical applications. However, it corrodes when exposed to various biocompatible fluids. This investigation aims to evaluate the corrosion inhibition performance...

A theoretical study of the adsorption of lithium–sulfur molecules (Li₂S and Li₂S₂) on graphene with three and four vacancies was conducted. The study analyzed the stability, adsorption geometry, electronic structure, charge distribution, and fo...

ZnO thin films were deposited on soda–lime glass substrates using the chemical spray pyrolysis method at a temperature of 500 °C. After the deposition, the substrates were irradiated with 10 keV H⁺ and Ar⁺ ions using a Colutron ion gun. We...

The formation of atomically flat Si(111)–H surfaces was critical for molecular electronics, nanoscale device fabrication, and surface chemistry studies. We systematically investigated how initial oxide composition and dissolved oxygen affected...

A detailed understanding of the mechanistic role of solid surface microstructures in modulating capillary forces and liquid transport in liquid bridge systems is crucial, for liquid bridges between rough surfaces are omnipresent in nature and various...

The present study aimed to evaluate the antifouling efficacy of Piper betle leaf extracts as a bioactive additive for eco-friendly antifouling coatings. The composition of P. betle extract was determined and analyzed. Phytochemical analysis revealed...

The electromagnetic density of states (EM-DOS) plays a crucial role in understanding light–matter interactions, especially at metal–dielectric interfaces. This study explores the impact of interface geometry, material properties, and nano...

The persistent pharmaceutical diclofenac (DCF) presents a significant environmental challenge due to its widespread presence and biological activity in water systems. This study aimed to develop and characterize a novel, low-cost biosorbent by modify...

The selective oxidation of methane to methanol under mild conditions remains a significant challenge due to its stable C-H bond and the propensity for overoxidation of products. Herein, we investigated the Fe- and Cu-modified ZSM-5 catalysts using H₂...