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Bio-based coating for an extended strawberry shelf-life
Researchers have developed bioactive coatings from loquat seed starch to extend the storage period of strawberries.
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Textured epoxy resin coatings for corrosion resistance
A new study describes the preparation of textured epoxy resin coatings for excellent hydrophobicity and corrosion resistance in marine environments.
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Review: Polydopamine coatings for timber protection against fire
Global warming has boosted the frequency and severity of bushfires in Australia, and several regions of the world, calling for the urgent development of fire-proof buildings and architectures. This natural...
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New kind of bio-based antifouling coating
Researchers describe the fabrication of an antifouling coating based on chitosan-melanin hybrid nanoparticles as sustainable and antimicrobial surface.
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Corrosion prevention on vascular stents
A recently conducted study presents the dual strengthened corrosion control of biodegradable coating on magnesium alloy for vascular stent application.
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Bioinspired corrosion and abrasion protection for steel structures
Researchers have prepared a bioinspired flexible polybenzoxazine coat and enhanced its mechanical hardness and adhesion strength by biologically derived tannic acid.
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Novel epoxy coating for corrosion protection of steel
In a new study, 4-Aminoantipyrine (AAP) was grafted on graphene oxide (GO) via the hydrothermal strategy (GO@AAP) to improve the corrosion resistant property of epoxy coating.
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Double benefit for medical devices
A new study presents a chitosan coating fabricated through nanotopography and alkylation for the prevention of bacterial attachment and corrosion on medical devices.
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New choices for marine antifouling applications
A new paper focused on the constructing of micro-dynamic surface of boron-polyurethane with endurable anti-fouling properties.
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Novel waterborne anti-graffiti polyurethane coating
A fluorine-free coating with superior anti-smudge performance, remarkable wear resistance and high transparency was constructed. The study provides a new way to comprehensive performance waterborne polyurethane...
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Polymer-based composites with anti-icing properties
Reseachers have prepared robust interface-free superhydrophobic polymer-based composites with recoverable and anti-icing properties.
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Xylan assisted construction of highly hydrophobic wood surface
A new study suggests the potential applications of xylans in the construction of highly hydrophobic wood surfaces for wood protection.
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Bio-polyurethane synthesised by renewable Jatropha oil
Researchers have presented a novel biomass polyurethane-based composite coating with superior radiative cooling, anti-corrosion and recyclability for surface protection.
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A promising alternative to combat surgical site infections
Researchers have presented a novel nanocomposite hydrophobic coating formulation with biofilm-inhibiting properties.