Novel Nanostructured Coatings for Functional Properties and Applications
A special issue of Nanomaterials (ISSN 2079-4991). This special issue belongs to the section "Nanocomposite Materials".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 19 September 2025 | Viewed by 78
Special Issue Editor
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
In recent years, significant advancements have been made in the development of nanostructured coatings, driven by innovative preparation techniques, such as laser cladding, thermal spraying, and magnetron sputtering. These methods enable precise control over the coating's nanostructure, leading to substantial enhancements in its functional properties.
Nanostructured coatings demonstrate vast potential for applications across diverse fields, including aerospace, mechanical engineering, electronics, marine engineering, and environmental protection. They can be utilized to produce conductive and thermal materials, enhance performance by replacing traditional materials, and address challenges in sustainability and efficiency.
This Special Issue, “Novel Nanostructured Coatings for Functional Properties and Applications”, collects recent research on the preparation methods, characterization, and applications of functional nanoscale coatings. It aims to inspire the development of novel coatings and promote innovation in both research and practical applications. Contributions in the form of original research articles and reviews are warmly welcomed.
We look forward to your submissions.
Dr. Chun-Wei Yao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- coatings
- nanostructure
- surface
- anti-corrosion
- self-cleaning
- antifouling
- self-healing
- antibacterial
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