Next-Generation Surface Engineering for Corrosion Protection in Industry and Extreme Environments
A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Corrosion, Wear and Erosion".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2026 | Viewed by 27
Special Issue Editors
Interests: advanced surface functionalization; thin film deposition (PVD, sputtering, RF sputtering); environmentally friendly alternatives to hexavalent chromium; nanostructured and multifunctional coatings; surface–property relationships; additive manufacturing integration; energy storage thin films
Interests: coatings obtained by magnetron sputtering technology for corrosion inhibition; electrodes for HER/OER; multifunctional surfaces (antibacterial/anticorrosion/wear resistant); machine learning for coating assessment
Interests: the development of nano-structured thin films prepared by PVD techniques for application in demanding tribological conditions; development of advanced thin films via HiPIMS for engine components and sustainable metal; nitride coatings for tribological, piezoelectric and energy applications; development of advanced corrosion protection solutions for water heating systems, directly supporting industrial needs, coatings, sensors, and energy devices
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
Corrosion is a critical challenge that affects the durability, safety, and performance of engineering materials across industries. From transportation systems to renewable energy technologies and advanced manufacturing, corrosion-related degradation leads to substantial economic losses and threats to safety. With the global shift toward sustainable technologies and the growing demand for longer service lifetimes in increasingly aggressive environments, such as marine, aerospace, oil and gas, there is an urgent need for advanced solutions that surpass conventional protective strategies. Surface engineering, encompassing novel coatings, surface modifications, and functional material design, has emerged as a powerful tool for the mitigation of corrosion, the enhancement of durability, and the reliable operation of components in extreme service conditions.
This Special Issue aims to compile innovative research and technological developments in the field of surface engineering for corrosion protection, with a particular focus on applications in mobility, transport, energy systems, and harsh environments. The collection will explore next-generation materials, coatings, and surface treatments that can withstand demanding operational conditions, while also considering sustainability, cost-effectiveness, and the potential for scale-up.
The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Electrochemistry of corroding interfaces;
- Non-destructive evaluation of corrosion;
- Role of nano- and microstructure in corrosion;
- Corrosion-assisted cracking;
- Corrosion and corrosion-assisted fracture of aerospace structures;
- Corrosion of renewable/modern energy systems;
- Corrosion of traditional energy systems;
- Corrosion of nuclear energy systems;
- Corrosion of weldments;
- Corrosion in petroleum, oil and gas systems;
- Corrosion in water systems;
- Corrosion prevention and mitigation;
- Corrosion-barrier coatings;
- Corrosion of steel in concrete;
- Corrosion of additively manufactured materials.
We look forward to receiving your contributions.
Dr. Edgar Carneiro
Dr. José David Castro
Dr. Ricardo Serra
Guest Editors
Manuscript Submission Information
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Keywords
- coatings
- surface engineering
- corrosion protection
- extreme environments
- sustainable materials
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