Advanced Coatings Through Magnetron Sputtering: Innovations and Applications

Dear Colleagues,

We would like to invite you to submit your work to this Special Issue, entitled "Advanced Coatings Through Magnetron Sputtering: Innovations and Applications". This Special Issue seeks to gather a diverse range of theoretical and experimental research focused on the development of advanced coatings via magnetron sputtering techniques. These coatings are pivotal in enhancing material properties and performance across various high-tech industries, including aerospace, electronics, and biomedical sectors.

The ability of the magnetron sputtering process to produce high-quality thin films with tailored functionalities, such as superior durability, corrosion resistance, and specific optical characteristics has been increasingly recognized in recent years. Its environmentally sustainable approach and scalability make it an attractive option for both small-scale and large-scale manufacturing, paving the way for innovative applications.

We invite researchers to submit original research articles, comprehensive reviews, and concise communications that highlight innovative advancements in magnetron sputtering and its application in the production of advanced coatings. The scope of this Special Issue includes, but is not limited to, the following topics:

• The development and characterization of novel coatings;
• Tribological and wear-resistant coatings;
• Coatings for energy conversion and storage applications;
• Optical, electrical, and magnetic thin films;
• Functional coatings, including, e.g., photocatalytic and self-cleaning films;
• Biomaterials and their application in the medical field,
• Thin films for sensors and other devices.

We look forward to receiving your contributions, which will enrich this field and stimulate further innovations in advanced coating technologies.

Dr. Susana Sério
Guest Editor

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