Protective Coatings/Films for Electrodes: Novel Materials and Corrosion Prevention Mechanisms

Dear Colleagues,

I am pleased to announce the launch of a new Special Issue of the open access journal Coatings, "Protective Coatings/Films for Electrodes: Novel Materials and Corrosion Prevention Mechanisms”.

Corrosion remains a persistent challenge in industrial manufacturing, causing significant economic losses and safety risks. Among various mitigation strategies, electrode protection—particularly photocathodic protection (PCP)—stands out as an efficient, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly solution. By integrating photoelectric conversion with cathodic protection, PCP offers key advantages, including energy efficiency, minimal maintenance, broad applicability, and sustainability.

This Special Issue will address (but is not limited to) the following topics: 

• Novel photoanode materials (e.g., BiVO₄, TiO₂, ZnIn₂S₄, CuBi₂O₄) and their heterostructures (Type II, S-scheme, Z-scheme) for improved charge separation and visible-light absorption.
• Advanced co-catalysts and modifiers (e.g., Co₃S₄, WO₃, quantum dots, MOFs) to boost PCP’s kinetics and durability.
• Mechanistic insights into interfacial charge transfer, corrosion inhibition pathways, and long-term stability in harsh environments (e.g., seawater, chloride-rich media).
• Integrated systems combining PCP with self-healing coatings, high-entropy alloys, or electrochemical techniques.
• Innovative substrate engineering, including the development of nanotube arrays, porous films, and hybrid coatings for metals (e.g., 304/316 stainless steel, Q235 carbon steel).

We look forward to receiving your contributions!

Dr. Hong Li
Guest Editor

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