Advanced Anti-Fouling and Anti-Corrosion Coatings
A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412). This special issue belongs to the section "Corrosion, Wear and Erosion".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 March 2026
Special Issue Editors
Interests: antifouling; anticorrosion; antimicrobial; biomimetic coating; functional surfaces
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Interests: antifouling; anticorrosion; biomimetic coating; functional surfaces
Interests: polymer science; applied chemistry
Interests: superhydrophobic fouling release coatings; functionalized hyper-branched polymers; nano-materials and nano-composites; marine antifouling coatings; anticorrosion coating
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
With the accelerated expansion of marine engineering and offshore industries, the accumulation of biofouling and electrochemical corrosion on submerged surfaces have emerged as critical challenges. For maritime infrastructure, biofouling not only accelerates the degradation of materials but also disrupts their hydrodynamic performance—increasing drag forces by 15-40% on ship hulls, elevating fuel costs by up to 50%, and necessitating intensive maintenance. Concurrently, corrosion compromises structural integrity through metal thinning and localized pitting, posing severe risks to the safety of offshore platforms, subsea pipelines, and coastal installations. While protective coatings remain the most cost-effective solution, conventional systems face dual limitations: toxic biocides in antifouling coatings raise environmental concerns under IMO regulations, whereas anticorrosion layers often lack long-term stability in dynamic marine environments. Therefore, this Special Issue presents cutting-edge developments in multifunctional coating systems that synergistically address both challenges through innovative material design.
The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:
- Next-generation antifouling technologies: Enzyme-active coatings, zwitterionic polymers, and biomimetic microtextures;
- Advanced anticorrosion strategies: Graphene-reinforced nanocomposites, pH-responsive inhibitors, and MXene-based barriers;
- Hybrid systems: Self-healing hydrogels, photocatalytic TiO2 hybrids,and conductive polymer–metal oxide multilayers;
- Characterization methodologies: In situ corrosion monitoring, AFM adhesion mapping, and accelerated aging protocols;
- Multifunctional integration: Synergistic antifouling-corrosion protection, photocatalytic systems, and energy-efficient application methods.
Original research, reviews, and case studies that address material synthesis, structure–property relationships, and field validation are particularly encouraged. This collection aims to establish a roadmap for developing eco-efficient, durable coatings that meet evolving industrial demands while complying with global marine protection standards.
Dr. Huichao Jin；
Dr. Shimaa A. Higazy；
Dr. Mohamed S. Selim；
Dr. Wei Tian
Guest Editor
Dr. Huichao Jin
Dr. Wei Tian
Dr. Shimaa Anwer Higazy
Dr. Mohamed Selim
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- self-healing anti-fouling / anti-corrosion coatings
- intelligent anti-fouling / anti-corrosion coatings
- bionic anti-fouling / anti-corrosion coatings
- anti-fouling / anti-corrosion coating preparation.
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