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Advanced Ceramic Materials and Coatings: Synthesis, Properties and Applications

A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Ceramic Coatings and Engineering Technology".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 31 December 2025 | Viewed by 2158

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Xiaolong Lu

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School of Intelligent Manufacturing Ecosystem, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Suzhou 215123, China
Interests: advanced materials processing; surface engineering and tribology; additive manufacturing
Dr. Yuyi Zhu

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School of Intelligent Manufacturing Ecosystem, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Suzhou 215123, China
Interests: intelligent manufacturing equipment and process; coatings; advanced materials manufacturing
Dr. Tony Thomas

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Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33174, USA
Interests: additive manufacturing; nano-mechanics; oxide and carbide ceramics; fuel cells; finite element analysis; corrosion science
Dr. Yue Yang

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School of Intelligent Manufacturing Ecosystem, Xi’an Jiaotong-Liverpool University, Suzhou 215123, China
Interests: precision machining; additive manufacturing

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Advanced ceramic materials and coatings have emerged as crucial components in various industrial applications due to their exceptional properties, including high temperature resistance, wear resistance, chemical stability, and unique functional characteristics. Continuous advancements in synthesis methods, processing techniques, and characterization tools have led to remarkable progress in developing novel ceramic materials and coatings with enhanced performance and functionality.

This Special Issue will provide a comprehensive platform for researchers to share their latest findings and innovations on advanced ceramic materials and coatings. We welcome original research articles and reviews that address both fundamental aspects and practical applications. This Special Issue’s scope aligns with the journal's focus on coating sciences and technologies, particularly emphasizing the development, characterization, and application of ceramic-based materials and coatings.

This Special Issue’s scope covers, but is not limited to, the following topics:

  • Novel synthesis methods and processing technologies for ceramic materials and coatings;
  • Advanced characterization techniques and property evaluation;
  • Thermal barrier coatings and environmental barrier coatings;
  • Functional ceramic materials and coatings (electrical, optical, magnetic, etc.);
  • Ceramic composite materials and coatings;
  • Industrial applications in aerospace, energy, electronics, and biomedical fields;
  • Smart and multifunctional ceramic materials and coatings;
  • Advanced computational methods and modeling in terms of materials design and prediction, property simulation, performance modeling, and artificial intelligence applications.

We look forward to receiving your contributions.

Dr. Xiaolong Lu
Dr. Yuyi Zhu
Dr. Tony Thomas
Dr. Yue Yang
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • advanced ceramic materials
  • ceramic coatings
  • functional ceramics
  • ceramic processing and synthesis
  • material characterization

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Electric Field-Assisted Chemical Bath Deposition of ZnO Thin Films: Effects of Field Intensity, Polarity Inversion, and Air Agitation on Film Properties
by Jesús Bladimir Cepero-Rodríguez, Francisco Ramos-Brito, Jorge Noe Angulo-Rocha, Marco Antonio Sánchez-Alejó, Rafael Martínez-Martínez, Enrique Camarillo-García, Erika Lizárraga-Medina, Fernando J. Sánchez-Rodríguez, Castulo Alejo-Armenta, Adrián Canizalez-Román, Santos Jesús Castillo, J. Joel Molina-Duarte and Manuel García-Hipólito
Coatings 2025, 15(10), 1225; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings15101225 - 18 Oct 2025
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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 dynamics. Two configurations were developed to assess the effects [...] Read more.
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 dynamics. Two configurations were developed to assess the effects of electric field strength, periodic inversion, air agitation, and solution pH on the morphological, structural, and optical properties of ZnO coatings. Morphology studies revealed that particle size, shape, and distribution were strongly dependent on synthesis parameters, with electric field and air injection enabling higher surface coverage and finer nanostructures. Crystalline structural analysis confirmed the formation of the wurtzite ZnO phase, with reduced interplanar spacing and crystallite size under electric fields, especially when polarity was inverted. Optical measurements showed a consistent increase in the band gap (blue shift) and reduced defect-related absorption when electric field is applied. These findings are evidence that controlled electric field application during chemical bath deposition enables precise tuning of ZnO film properties. Full article
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First-Principles Study on the Microheterostructures of N-GQDs@Si3N4 Composite Ceramics
by Wei Chen, Yetong Li, Yucheng Ma, Enguang Xu, Rui Lou, Zhuohao Sun, Yu Tian and Jianjun Zhang
Coatings 2025, 15(10), 1172; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings15101172 - 7 Oct 2025
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In the previous research that aimed to enhance the toughness and tribological properties of silicon nitride ceramics, a lignin precursor was added to the ceramic matrix, which achieved conversion through pyrolysis and sintering, resulting in a silicon nitride-based composite ceramic containing nitrogen-doped graphene [...] Read more.
In the previous research that aimed to enhance the toughness and tribological properties of silicon nitride ceramics, a lignin precursor was added to the ceramic matrix, which achieved conversion through pyrolysis and sintering, resulting in a silicon nitride-based composite ceramic containing nitrogen-doped graphene quantum dots (N-GQDs). This composite material demonstrated excellent comprehensive mechanical properties and friction-wear performance. Based on the existing experimental results, the first-principles plane wave mode conservation pseudopotential method of density functional theory was adopted in this study to build a microscopic heterostructure model of Si3N4-based composite ceramics containing N-GQDs. Meanwhile, the surface energy of Si3N4 and the system energy of the N-GQDs@Si3N4 heterostructure were calculated. The calculation results showed that when the distance between N-GQDs and Si3N4 in the heterostructure was 2.3 Å, the structural energy was the smallest and the structure was the steadiest. This is consistent with the previous experimental results and further validates the coating mechanism of N-GQDs covering the Si3N4 column-shaped crystals. Simultaneously, based on the results of the previous experiments, the stress of the heterostructure composed of Si3N4 particles coated with different numbers of layers of nitrogen quantum dots was calculated to predict the optimal lignin doping amount. It was found that when the doping amount was between 1% and 2%, the best microstructure and mechanical properties were obtained. This paper provides a new method for studying the graphene quantum dot coating structure. Full article
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Formation of Protective Coatings on TZM Molybdenum Alloy by Complex Aluminosiliconizing and Application of a Preceramic Layer
by Tetiana Loskutova, Volodymyr Taran, Manja Krüger, Nadiia Kharchenko, Myroslav Karpets, Yaroslav Stelmakh, Georg Hasemann and Michael Scheffler
Coatings 2025, 15(10), 1168; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings15101168 - 5 Oct 2025
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The use of molybdenum-based alloys as materials for components operating under high temperatures and significant mechanical loads is widely recognized due to their excellent mechanical properties. However, their low high-temperature resistance remains a critical limitation, which can be effectively mitigated by applying protective [...] Read more.
The use of molybdenum-based alloys as materials for components operating under high temperatures and significant mechanical loads is widely recognized due to their excellent mechanical properties. However, their low high-temperature resistance remains a critical limitation, which can be effectively mitigated by applying protective coatings. In this study, we investigate the influence of a two-step coating process on the properties and performance of the TZM molybdenum alloy. In the first step, pack cementation was performed. Simultaneous surface saturation with aluminum and silicon, a process known as aluminosiliconizing, was conducted at 1000 °C for 6 h. The saturating mixture comprised powders of aluminum, silicon, aluminum oxide, and ammonium chloride. The second step involved the application of a pre-ceramic coating based on polyhydrosiloxane modified with silicon and boron. This treatment effectively eliminated pores and cracks within the coating. Thermodynamic calculations were carried out to evaluate the likelihood of aluminizing and siliconizing reactions under the applied conditions. Aluminosiliconizing of the TZM alloy resulted in the formation of a protective layer 20–30 µm thick. The multiphase structure of this layer included intermetallics (Al63Mo37, MoAl3), nitrides (Mo2N, AlN, Si3N4), oxide (Al2O3), and a solid solution α-Mo(Al). Subsequent treatment with silicon- and boron-modified polyhydrosiloxane led to the development of a thicker surface layer, 130–160 µm in thickness, composed of crystalline Si, amorphous SiO2, and likely amorphous boron. A transitional oxide layer ((Al,Si)2O3) 5–7 µm thick was also observed. The resulting coating demonstrated excellent structural integrity and chemical inertness in an argon atmosphere at temperatures up to 1100 °C. High-temperature stability at 800 °C was observed for both coating types: aluminosiliconizing, and aluminosiliconizing followed by the pre-ceramic coating. Moreover, additional oxide layers of SiO2 and B2O3 formed on the two-step coated TZM alloy during heating at 800 °C for 24 h. These layers acted as an effective barrier, preventing the evaporation of the substrate material. Full article
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Effect of Technological Parameters of Detonation Spraying on the Properties of Cr2O3 Coatings
by Bauyrzhan Rakhadilov, Dauir Kakimzhanov, Aibol Mural and Yernar Turabekov
Coatings 2025, 15(8), 943; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings15080943 - 12 Aug 2025
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In the present work, the influence of technological parameters of detonation sputtering, in particular the degree of barrel filling, on the properties of chromium oxide (Cr2O3) coatings was investigated. Coatings were obtained under different sputtering conditions and analyzed comprehensively [...] Read more.
In the present work, the influence of technological parameters of detonation sputtering, in particular the degree of barrel filling, on the properties of chromium oxide (Cr2O3) coatings was investigated. Coatings were obtained under different sputtering conditions and analyzed comprehensively using X-ray phase analysis, optical and electron microscopy, and measurements of microhardness, porosity, and tribological characteristics. The results showed that the degree of barrel filling significantly affects the microstructure, thickness, porosity, and mechanical properties of the coatings. The sample obtained at 58% barrel filling showed the lowest porosity (0.01%), uniform distribution of chromium oxide, and the best adhesion, which makes it possible to consider this mode as optimal for the formation of wear-resistant coatings by detonation spraying. Full article
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