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Preparation of CNTs/SCF reinforcement to achieve synergistic improvement of epoxy resin-based composites interfacial properties
Researchers found that using a silane/maleimide-comodified water-based polyurethane (WPU-M-S) as a sizing agent in combination with furan-functionalized carbon nanotubes (CNTs-FA) through chemical modification...
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Development of a novel coating technique for tomatos, using citric acid-crosslinked starch and cellulose nanofiber
Researchers found that the application of an edible coating, particularly by means of the innovative partial coating method, is an efficient strategy for extending the shelf life of tomatoes.
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Construction of smart halloysite nanocontainers for active long-term anticorrosion of epoxy coatings
Researchers found that the use of halloysite nanotubes (HNT) coated with chitosan (CS) and loaded with pH-responsive releasing corrosion inhibitors (BTA), as in the case of HNT-CS@BTA, significantly improves...
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Optimization of poly(acrylate) properties with fatty acid-based methacrylate monomers and alkyd resin mixtures
Researchers have found that the length of the fatty acid chain is decisive for the macromolecular properties of poly(acrylates), while fatty acid-based methacrylate monomers in high-temperature solution...
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Improving the anti-corrosive performance of epoxy/zinc composite coatings with N-doped 3D reduced graphene oxide
The addition of nitrogen-doped 3D-reduced graphene oxide changes the corrosion protection of epoxy/zinc composite coatings.
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Salvinia-inspired biomimetic antifouling film
Many organisms in nature can adsorb bubbles underwater and form bubble layer, such as Salvinia, which has heterogeneous superhydrophobic surface with hydrophilic pins, allowing it to trap air underwater...
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Oil- and water-resistant paper coatings: A review
The most frequent method for overcoming the inborn limitations of paper materials is to add coatings on the outer layer of the paper.
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Mitigating quality degradation of deep-fat fried foods
A recent work focuses on enhancing the oxidative stability, physicochemical and sensory quality of deep-fat fried chicken nuggets using thyme essential oil-loaded oleogel coatings.
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New way to long-lasting deicing
Researchers have presented sturdy oil-impregnated polyurethane coatings with long-lasting and high-efficient deicing performance.
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Multifunctional wood coating
Researchers present a novel two-step strategy for the construction of weathering-resistant hydrophobic wood to extend its service life.
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With eggshells against corrosion
A new study demonstrated the sustainable use of eggshell wastes in enhancing the anticorrosion properties of zinc-rich epoxy coatings.