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Highly reflective metal coatings are essential for manufacturing reflecting telescope mirrors to achieve the highest reflectivity with broad spectral bandwidth. Among metallic materials, enhanced silver-based coatings can provide higher reflectivity...

A rapid surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) method for Pb2+ detection has been developed based on l-cysteine-modified Ag-coated Au nanoparticles with core-shell nanostructure. Specifically, l-cysteine-functionalized Au@Ag core-shell probes beari...

The functionality of the NiTi shape memory alloy was improved through engineering Ag-SiO2-TiO2 nanocomposite coatings. For this purpose, an anaphoretic deposition process, conducted at a constant voltage of 40 V and deposition times ranging from 1 to...

Ag quantum dots (QDs) anchored on CeO2 nanosheets with a carbon coating (Ag/CeO2@C) (composites) were prepared via an in situ reduction approach for the photocatalytic degradation of Cr(VI) and tetracycline hydrochloride (TCH) in the visible-light re...

Li-ion batteries are at risk of explosions caused by fires, primarily because of the high energy density of Li ions, which raises the temperature. Battery cases are typically made of plastic, aluminum, or SAF30400. Although plastic and aluminum aid w...

Laser patterning of sol–gel-derived TiO2 coatings offers a promising route for fabricating TiO2-based devices. Conventional approaches require high-power CO2 lasers, whereas herein is demonstrated an alternative method using a low-cost, blue la...

Aluminium (Al) powders of micron size are widely applied to energetic materials as a high energy fuel. However, its energy conversion efficiency is generally low due to low oxidation activity. In this paper, a polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) coating l...

Antibacterial nonwoven fabrics, incorporated with Ag, have been applied as masks and air conditioner filters to prevent the spread of disease from airborne respiratory pathogens. In this work, we present a comparison study of Ag ions: Ag and AgCu nan...

Polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) membranes were coated with TiO2 and TiO2-Ag to enhance their efficiency for oil-in-water emulsion separation. The photocatalytic activities of the two modified membranes and their filtration performances were compared i...

In this study, the electrophoretic deposition (EPD) technique was used to prepare chitosan-based coatings with enhanced antibacterial activity suitable for bone implant applications. We designed, prepared, and compared the physico-chemical and biolog...

This study systematically investigates the effects of aging treatment (AT) on the microstructure and properties of Cr/DLC coatings deposited via cathodic arc ion plating onto the surface of ECAP-7075 aluminum alloy. Utilizing a comprehensive approach...

Posterior segment eye diseases (PSEDs) including age macular degeneration (AMD) and diabetic retinopathy (DR) are amongst the major causes of irreversible blindness worldwide. Due to the numerous barriers encountered, highly invasive intravitreal (IV...

Objective: The Ti6Al4V titanium alloy is widely used for dental implants because of its excellent mechanical properties, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. However, its bioinert surface limits both osseointegration and resistance to bacteria...

In recent years, there has been significant attention on the application potential of medium and high-temperature self-lubricating composites as sliding parts in extreme environments. This study examines the effects of different Mo and Ag content on...

The detection of Pb(II) ions in a river using the surface plasmon resonance (SPR)-based silver (Ag) thin film technique was successfully developed. Chitosan–graphene oxide (CS-GO) was coated on top of the Ag thin film surface and acted as the a...

A hybrid of Ag nanoparticle (NP)-embedded thin silica-coated graphene oxide (GO@SiO2@Ag NPs) was prepared as a surface-enhanced Raman scattering (SERS) substrate. A 6 nm layer of silica was successfully coated on the surface of GO by the physical ads...

Isolation switching devices are vital components in power grids. During their operational lifespan, these devices are prone to corrosion failure in atmospheric environments. To enhance conductivity and corrosion resistance, silver plating is applied...

Samaria-doped ceria (SDC) overlayers were deposited on Ag cathodes by sputtering. The SDC sputtering time was varied to investigate the properties of the Ag–SDC overlayer cathode-coated fuel cells depending on the thickness of the SDC overlayer...

Burning loss of graphene in the high-temperature plasma-spraying process is a critical issue, significantly limiting the remarkable performance improvement in graphene reinforced ceramic coatings. Here, we reported an effective approach to enhance th...

Hydroxyapatite (HAp) is the most widely used calcium phosphate as a coating on metal implants due to its biocompatibility and bioactivity. The aim of this research is to evaluate the effect of the pH’s electrolyte and doping element on the morp...

A practical method for preparing multifunctional polypropylene (PP) nonwoven fabrics with excellent stability and durability was explored. First, the PP nonwoven fabric was sputtered by a magnetron sputtering system to form an Ag film on the surface...

Spherical aluminum powder was added to an epoxy composite coating in order to improve its protection performance for metal materials. The strength of the coating before and after UV (Ultraviolet Light) aging, its yellowing value, and its barrier prop...

Graphite-silver (AgC) composite materials are widely used in outdoor high-voltage electrical switchgear due to their combining properties of excellent conductivity and outstanding arc-suppressing performance. However, the methods for fabricating AgC...

A sandwich-structured bottom hard-coat/silver nanowire/top hard-coat (BHC/AgNW/THC) transparent conductive film (TCF) has been prepared by embedding the functional AgNW layer between two HC layers. The BHC/AgNW/THC TCFs show high scratch resistance w...

A key diterpene lactone of Andrographis paniculata, i.e., andrographolide (AG), exhibits a variety of physiological properties, including hepatoprotection. The limited solubility, short half-life, and poor bioavailability limits the pharmacotherapeut...

TiO2 coatings deposited using reactive magnetron sputtering and spray coating methods, as well as Ag- and Mo-doped TiO2 coatings were investigated as self-cleaning surfaces for beverage processing. The mechanical resistance and retention of the photo...

Solid-state lithium batteries are considered ideal due to the safety of solid-state electrolytes. The Na superionic conductor-type Li1.3Al0.3Ti1.7(PO4)3 (LATP) is a solid electrolyte with high ionic conductivity, low cost, and stability. However, LAT...

Li-ion batteries used in portable electronic devices and electric vehicles require high safety standards, necessitating the use of high-performance structural materials for battery casings. Super duplex stainless steel (SDSS) is a structural material...

Hydroxyl terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) coating is widely used in a solid rocket motor, but an aging phenomenon exists during long-term storage, which causes irreversible damage to the performance of this HTPB coating. In order to study the effect o...

Implants are used to replace damaged biological structures in human body. Although stainless steel (SS) is a well-known implant material, corrosion of SS implants leads to the release of toxic metallic ions, which produce harmful effects in human bod...

In this study, we present a novel method for fabricating semi-transparent electrodes by combining silver nanowires (AgNW) with titanium nitride (TiN) layers, resulting in conductive nanocomposite coatings with exceptional electromechanical properties...

PEEK-based implant materials have gained increasing attention as an alternative to titanium due to their biocompatibility and bone-like elasticity. However, PEEK’s surface quality and wear resistance are lower than those of metals. This study a...

This article compares the antibacterial properties of single-layer (Ag) and two-layer (Ag,Cu) coatings deposited onto a polypropylene mesh (endoprostheses for hernioplasty) in various gaseous environments (argon or nitrogen) via magnetron sputtering....

Silver nanoparticles (AgNPs) have been found to have extensive biomedical and biological applications. They can be synthesised using chemical and biological methods, and coated by polymer to enhance their stability. Hence, the changes in the physico-...

To enhance the interfacial adhesion between poly(tetrafluoroethylene-co-hexafluoropropylene) (FEP) film and functional coatings, such as silver (Ag) coating, among others, the surface activation of FEP film has to be performed. Among various activati...

Poly(methyl methacrylate) (PMMA) bone cements have been widely used in clinical practices. In order to enhance PMMA’s imaging performance to facilitate surgical procedures, a supplementation of radiopaque agent is needed. However, PMMA bone cem...

As an indispensable component of power transmission systems, the performance of porcelain insulators directly impacts the reliability and operational stability of electrical networks. To enhance the anti-fouling flashover capability of transmission l...

Black carbon (BC), particularly internally mixed and aged BC, exerts a significant influence on the environment and climate. Black carbon coated by non-absorbing materials shows an enhancement of BC absorption, whereas absorptive coatings on BC can r...

Durable elastomeric deicing coatings were developed for the anti-icing and deicing of wind turbine blades in this study. Our developed deicing coatings demonstrated extremely low ice adhesion strength (~15 kPa). Silica was added to enhance the icepho...

Developing antibacterial biodegradable Mg alloys is of paramount importance to prevent infection and inflammation during the healing process. In this regard, the Mg-2Ag alloy is proposed as a suitable candidate with appropriate biocompatibility as we...

The use of silver-based antimicrobial materials has been growing recently. Considering the threat of developing silver-resistant bacteria, it is essential to address the endurance of such materials and the amount of silver released into the environme...

Low-emissivity (low-e) glass has garnered considerable attention for implementation in energy-saving windows, which can effectively decrease the energy consumption of buildings. However, the traditional vacuum-coating technology of low-e films greatl...

In order to explore the applicability of the waterborne coating with self-repairing microcapsules based on the surface of wood boards and specify the optimal range of microcapsule content in the coating, three different kinds of shellac microcapsules...

In the field of nondestructive evaluation (NDE) using ultrasonic guided waves, accurately assessing the aging failure of insulation coatings remains a challenging and prominent research topic. While the application of ultrasonic guided waves in mater...

Silver nanowire (AgNW)-coated thin films are widely proposed for soft electronics application due to their good conductivity, transparency and flexibility. Here, we studied the microwave welding of AgNW-based soft electrodes for conductivity enhancem...

Implementation of novel antiviral coatings and textiles, which can be utilised in the production of personal protective equipment, has the potential to enhance public health security against future pandemic outbreaks. Respiratory viruses, particularl...

The sol-gel method provides a wide variety of applications in the medical field. One of these applications is the formation of coatings on the metal implants. The coatings containing specific additive can enhance or improve the existing surface prope...

The formation of nanostructured transition metal nitride coatings by introducing a small amount of silver (Ag) content has been proven to be a good strategy for enhancing the physical properties of these materials. In this investigation, ZrN coatings...

Highly ordered, freestanding TiO2 nanotube arrays (TiO2 NTAs) were prepared using an electrochemical method. The barrier layer was etched to open the bottom of each array, aptly named “open-ended TiO2 NTAs”. These arrays were coated with silver nanop...

Pertaining to real-life applications (by scaling up) of hydroxyapatite (HA)-based materials, herein is a study illustrating the role of carbon nanotube (CNT) reinforcement with ceria (CeO2) and silver (Ag) in HA on titanium alloy (TiAl6V4) substrate,...