Metal Material, Coating and Electrochemistry Technology

A special issue of Processes (ISSN 2227-9717). This special issue belongs to the section "Materials Processes".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 January 2026 | Viewed by 206

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School of Materials, Sun Yat-Sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China
Interests: simulation and aided design; topology structure of metals/electrolyte interfacial; functional coatings

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1. School of Materials, Sun Yat-Sen University, Shenzhen 518107, China
2. School of Energy and Environment, City University of Hong Kong, Kowloon Tong, Hong Kong, China
Interests: advanced electrochemical technology; photophysical chemistry

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Faculty of Mechanical Engineering & Mechanics, Ningbo University, Ningbo 315211, China
Interests: finite element simulation calculation of material corrosion behavior; development of corrosion-resistant protective coatings; research on the mechanism of corrosion behavior

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Dear Colleagues,

The research on metallic materials is a broad and constantly evolving field, encompassing multiple subfields ranging from basic science to applied technology. The innovative design of metals/alloys involves developing new metal/alloy systems, improving the properties of existing metals/alloys, and exploring the relationship between the microstructures of metal materials and their macroscopic properties.

This Special Issue will specifically introduce, but is not limited to, both theoretical calculations and experimental techniques and/or applications in the following areas: microstructures and properties, the simulation and aided design of materials, metal/electrolyte interfacial topology structure-influenced reaction, innovative applications of metals and alloys, surface treatment and coating, advanced electrochemistry technology, rare earth functional materials, preparation and processing technologies for special alloys, and new processes for material preparation. These research directions not only promote the development of metal materials themselves but also improve related industrial technologies and the application of new materials in various fields.

Dr. Xianze Meng
Dr. Xinran Li
Dr. Qinhao Zhang
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • metals and alloys
  • surface treatment
  • gradient nanocrystallization
  • electrochemical testing technology
  • electric double layer
  • corrosion and protection
  • coating design and performance
  • electrochemical reaction
  • computer aided design
  • theoretical calculation

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The Investigation of a Biocide-Free Antifouling Coating on Naval Steels Under Both Simulated and Actual Seawater Conditions
by Polyxeni Vourna, Pinelopi P. Falara and Nikolaos D. Papadopoulos
Processes 2025, 13(8), 2448; https://doi.org/10.3390/pr13082448 (registering DOI) - 1 Aug 2025
Abstract
This study developed a water-soluble antifouling coating to protect ship hulls against corrosion and fouling without the usage of a primer. The coating retains its adhesion to the steel substrate and reduces corrosion rates compared to those for uncoated specimens. The coating’s protective [...] Read more.
This study developed a water-soluble antifouling coating to protect ship hulls against corrosion and fouling without the usage of a primer. The coating retains its adhesion to the steel substrate and reduces corrosion rates compared to those for uncoated specimens. The coating’s protective properties rely on the interaction of conductive polyaniline (PAni) nanorods, magnetite (Fe3O4) nanoparticles, and graphene oxide (GO) sheets modified with titanium dioxide (TiO2) nanoparticles. The PAni/Fe3O4 nanocomposite improves the antifouling layer’s out-of-plane conductivity, whereas GO increases its in-plane conductivity. The anisotropy in the conductivity distribution reduces the electrostatic attraction and limits primary bacterial and pathogen adsorption. TiO2 augments the conductivity of the PAni nanorods, enabling visible light to generate H2O2. The latter decomposes into H2O and O2, rendering the coating environmentally benign. The coating acts as an effective barrier with limited permeability to the steel surface, demonstrating outstanding durability for naval steel over extended periods. Full article
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