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Nanoparticles and Nanostructured Coatings: Synthesis, Processing and Applications

A special issue of Coatings (ISSN 2079-6412).

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Dr. Stefano Caporali

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Industrial Enginnering Department (DIEF), Università Degli Studi di Firenze, Florence, Italy
Interests: surface chemistry; electrochemistry; corrosion mitigation; coatings; functional materials
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Dear Colleagues,

The scope of this Special Issue is to provide a platform to the researchers from both the academy and industry to share their state-of-the-art developments in the very fast-growing field of nanomaterials. I would like to invite papers on the processing, characterization, and testing of nanoparticles and nano-structured or nanocomposite coatings. The contributed papers can be original research articles, letters, and reviews of the latest research dealing with both fundamental aspects and industrial or technological applications. The purpose is to address the recent developments in nanoparticles design, synthesis, and characterization, highlighting their emerging or potential technological applications in industrial fields, such as medical, renewable energy, oil and gas, electronic, aerospace, and automotive, industries.

Topics of interest include but are not limited to the following:

  • Synthesis of nanoparticles and/or nanostructured coatings;
  • Nanocomposite coatings;
  • Characterization of structure, chemical compositions, surface, and interface properties;
  • Mechanical testing;
  • Biocompatibility;
  • Thermal stability and corrosion behavior;
  • Wear and friction;
  • Characterization techniques;
  • Performance in industrial or extreme environmentrs, e.g., corrosion protection in harsh environments, mechanical properties at elevated or very low temperatures;
  • Cultural heritage and environmental applications;
  • Catalysis and novel applications.

Dr. Stefano Caporali
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Palladium Oxide Nanoparticles: Preparation, Characterization and Catalytic Activity Evaluation
by Maurizio Muniz-Miranda, Angela Zoppi, Francesco Muniz-Miranda and Nicola Calisi
Coatings 2020, 10(3), 207; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings10030207 - 27 Feb 2020
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Stable palladium oxide nanoparticles were prepared in aqueous suspension with a very simple procedure, by dissolving palladium nitrate in water at a concentration around 10−4 M. UV-visible absorption spectroscopy was adopted to follow the formation of these nanoparticles, which were characterized by [...] Read more.
Stable palladium oxide nanoparticles were prepared in aqueous suspension with a very simple procedure, by dissolving palladium nitrate in water at a concentration around 10−4 M. UV-visible absorption spectroscopy was adopted to follow the formation of these nanoparticles, which were characterized by TEM microscopy, along with XRD, XPS and Raman measurements. DFT calculations allowed to interpret the Raman data and to clarify the species present at the surface of the nanoparticles. The catalytic activity of the latter was evaluated by monitoring the reduction of p-nitrophenol to p-aminophenol. This investigation paves the way to the use of these colloidal nanoparticles in processes of heterogeneous catalysis, in particular those concerning the catalytic degradation of aromatic derivatives that represent a serious danger for the environment as pollutants, as in the case of p-nitrophenol. Full article
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Effects of Surface Modification by Means of Low-Temperature Plasma Nitriding on Wetting and Corrosion Behavior of Austenitic Stainless Steel
by Francesca Borgioli, Emanuele Galvanetto and Tiberio Bacci
Coatings 2020, 10(2), 98; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings10020098 - 23 Jan 2020
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Low-temperature nitriding of austenitic stainless steels produces modified surface layers, consisting mainly of the S phase, which improve surface hardness and corrosion resistance. Because of the localized plastic deformations, owing to modified layer formation, and ion bombardment occurring during the process itself, this [...] Read more.
Low-temperature nitriding of austenitic stainless steels produces modified surface layers, consisting mainly of the S phase, which improve surface hardness and corrosion resistance. Because of the localized plastic deformations, owing to modified layer formation, and ion bombardment occurring during the process itself, this treatment produces also modifications of surface morphology and roughness, which can affect wettability and corrosion behavior. In this study the effects of plasma nitriding, performed using different treatment conditions, on the surface morphology and roughness, and thus on wettability and corrosion resistance, of AISI 202 specimens with different initial finishings (2D and polished finishing) were investigated. Different probe liquids, having both high (bi-distilled water and solution of 3.5% NaCl) and low (ethanol and rapeseed oil) surface tension, were employed for assessing the wetting behavior with the sessile drop method. The contact angle values for water increased markedly when nitriding was performed on polished samples, while this increase was smaller for 2D samples, and on selected specimens a hydrophobic behavior was observed. Very low contact angle values were registered using low surface tension liquids, suggesting an oleophilic behavior. Corrosion resistance in a 5% NaCl solution was assessed, and it depended on the characteristics of the nitrided specimens. Full article
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Design of Scorodite@Fe3O4 Core–Shell Materials and the Fe3O4 Shell Prevents Leaching of Arsenic from Scorodite in Neutral and Alkaline Environments
by Yang Wang, Zhihao Rong, Xincun Tang and Shan Cao
Coatings 2019, 9(8), 523; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings9080523 - 16 Aug 2019
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In recent years, arsenic pollution has seriously harmed human health. Arsenic-containing waste should be treated to render it harmless and immobilized to form a stable, solid material. Scorodite (iron arsenate) is recognized as the best solid arsenic material in the world. It has [...] Read more.
In recent years, arsenic pollution has seriously harmed human health. Arsenic-containing waste should be treated to render it harmless and immobilized to form a stable, solid material. Scorodite (iron arsenate) is recognized as the best solid arsenic material in the world. It has the advantages of high arsenic content, good stability, and a low iron/arsenic molar ratio. However, scorodite can decompose and release arsenic in a neutral and alkaline environment. Ferroferric oxide (Fe3O4) is a common iron oxide that is insoluble in acid and alkali solutions. Coating a Fe3O4 shell that is acid- and alkali-resistant on the surface of scorodite crystals will improve the stability of the material. In this study, a scorodite@Fe3O4 core–shell structure material was synthesized. The synthesized core–shell material was detected by X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), Raman, and energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) techniques, and the composition and structure were confirmed. The synthesis condition and forming process were analyzed. Long-term leaching tests were conducted to evaluate the stability of the synthesized scorodite@Fe3O4. The results indicate that the scorodite@Fe3O4 had excellent stability after 20 days of exposure to neutral and weakly alkaline solutions. The inert Fe3O4 shell could prevent the scorodite core from corrosion by the external solution. The scorodite@Fe3O4 core–shell structure material was suitable for the immobilization of arsenic and has potential application prospects for the treatment of arsenic-containing waste. Full article
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Electrochemical Detection of Dopamine Based on Functionalized Electrodes
by Mathieu Ouellette, Jessy Mathault, Shimwe Dominique Niyonambaza, Amine Miled and Elodie Boisselier
Coatings 2019, 9(8), 496; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings9080496 - 06 Aug 2019
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The rapid electrochemical identification and quantification of neurotransmitters being a challenge in the ever-growing field of neuroelectronics, we aimed to facilitate the electrochemical selective detection of dopamine by functionalizing commercially available electrodes through the deposition of a thin film containing pre-formed gold nanoparticles. [...] Read more.
The rapid electrochemical identification and quantification of neurotransmitters being a challenge in the ever-growing field of neuroelectronics, we aimed to facilitate the electrochemical selective detection of dopamine by functionalizing commercially available electrodes through the deposition of a thin film containing pre-formed gold nanoparticles. The influence of different parameters and experimental conditions, such as buffer solution, fiber material, concentration, and cyclic voltammetry (CV) cycle number, were tested during neurotransmitter detection. In each case, without drastically changing the outcome of the functionalization process, the selectivity towards dopamine was improved. The detected oxidation current for dopamine was increased by 92%, while ascorbic acid and serotonin oxidation currents were lowered by 66% under the best conditions. Moreover, dopamine sensing was successfully achieved in tandem with home-made triple electrodes and an in-house built potentiostat at a high scan rate mode. Full article
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Improvements of Nano-TiO2 on the Long-Term Chloride Resistance of Concrete with Polymer Coatings
by Guo Li, Hangyuan Cui, Jiacheng Zhou and Weijian Hu
Coatings 2019, 9(5), 323; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings9050323 - 16 May 2019
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The long-term chloride resistance of concrete treated with nano-TiO2-modified polymer coatings was studied. Three types of organic film-forming paints: polyurethane, epoxy resin, and chlorinated rubber were selected, and concrete specimens with nano-TiO2-modified coatings were fabricated. Then, specimens were subjected [...] Read more.
The long-term chloride resistance of concrete treated with nano-TiO2-modified polymer coatings was studied. Three types of organic film-forming paints: polyurethane, epoxy resin, and chlorinated rubber were selected, and concrete specimens with nano-TiO2-modified coatings were fabricated. Then, specimens were subjected to periodical ultraviolet-accelerated aging and subsequent Coulomb electric flux experiments. Nanomodified coatings before and after ultraviolet aging were observed through scanning electron microcopy. Results indicate that the nano-TiO2 particles can effectively reduce the microdefects in coating films and alleviate damages due to aging. As a result, nano-TiO2 can significantly reduce the Coulomb fluxes of coated concrete before and after coating aging, and the average reduction amplitudes reached 66% and 44%. That is, nano-TiO2 can remarkably improve the long-term chloride resistance of coated concrete. In addition, we established the development models of the ultraviolet aging and chloride resistance of coated concrete according to an S-shaped curve. Full article
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Development in Additive Methods in Aramid Fiber Surface Modification to Increase Fiber-Matrix Adhesion: A Review
by Sarianna Palola, Jyrki Vuorinen, Jacques W. M. Noordermeer and Essi Sarlin
Coatings 2020, 10(6), 556; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings10060556 - 10 Jun 2020
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This review article highlights and summarizes the recent developments in the field of surface modification methods for aramid fibers. Special focus is on methods that create a multifunctional fiber surface by incorporating nanostructures and enabling mechanical interlocking. To give a complete picture of [...] Read more.
This review article highlights and summarizes the recent developments in the field of surface modification methods for aramid fibers. Special focus is on methods that create a multifunctional fiber surface by incorporating nanostructures and enabling mechanical interlocking. To give a complete picture of adhesion promotion with aramids, the specific questions related to the challenges in aramid-matrix bonding are also shortly presented. The main discussion of the surface modification approaches is divided into sections according to how material is added to the fiber surface; (1) coating, (2) grafting and (3) growing. To provide a comprehensive view of the most recent developments in the field, other methods with similar outcomes, are also shortly reviewed. To conclude, future trends and insights are discussed. Full article
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Technical Characteristics and Wear-Resistant Mechanism of Nano Coatings: A Review
by Yunqing Gu, Ke Xia, Denghao Wu, Jiegang Mou and Shuihua Zheng
Coatings 2020, 10(3), 233; https://doi.org/10.3390/coatings10030233 - 03 Mar 2020
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Nano-coating has been a hot issue in recent years. It has good volume effect and surface effect, and can effectively improve the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance and wear resistance of the coatings. It is important to improve the wear resistance of the material [...] Read more.
Nano-coating has been a hot issue in recent years. It has good volume effect and surface effect, and can effectively improve the mechanical properties, corrosion resistance and wear resistance of the coatings. It is important to improve the wear resistance of the material surface. The successful preparation of nano-coatings directly affects the application of nano-coatings. Firstly, the preparation methods of conventional surface coatings such as chemical vapor deposition and physical vapor deposition, as well as the newly developed surface coating preparation methods such as sol-gel method, laser cladding and thermal spraying are reviewed in detail. The preparation principle, advantages and disadvantages and the application of each preparation method in nano-coating are analyzed and summarized. Secondly, the types of nano-coating materials are summarized and analyzed by inorganic/inorganic nanomaterial coatings and organic/inorganic nanomaterial coatings, and their research progress is summarized. Finally, the wear-resistant mechanism of nano-coatings is revealed from three aspects: grain refinement, phase transformation toughening mechanism and nano-effects. The application prospects of nano-coatings and the development potential combined with 3D technology are prospected. Full article
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