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Protective sol–gel films modified with tannin extracts
In a present work, tannins extracted from tamarind shells using water and ethyl acetate were introduced into fabricated sol–gel containing 3-glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane (GPTMS) and tetraethoxysilane...
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Oxygen indicator for intelligent food packaging
A new study describes the development of novel gallic acid- and cellulose acetate-coated paper as pH-responsive oxygen indicator for intelligent food packaging.
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Self healable cathodic electrophoretic deposition coatings
A new study describes the synthesis and properties of room-temperature self-healable cathodic electrophoretic deposition coatings based on cationic waterborne polyurethane.
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Slow-release fertilisers by biodegradable coating
In a recent study, biodegradable sodium alginate–lignin (SA-L) blend formulations at different SA/L ratios were developed as low-cost coating material for highly efficient slow-release di-ammonium phosphate...
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Self-cleaning products on external thermal insulation composite systems
External thermal insulation composite systems (ETICS) have been extensively applied on building façades. However, the formation of stains and deposition of particulate matter is often observed in the...
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Epoxy composite coating for autonomous air-to-deep sea vehicles
A new study shows the optimisation and application of a lightweight epoxy composite coating for autonomous air-to-deep sea vehicles.
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Enhanced anticorrosion by modified basalt powder
Researchers have studied the anticorrosion properties of modified basalt powder in epoxy resin coatings.
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Eco-friendly silane as corrosion inhibitor
During a new study, 1H, 1H, 2H, 2H-perfluorooctyltriethoxysilane (FTES) as a green corrosion inhibitor was encapsulated in hollow mesoporous silica (HMS).
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Innovative silicone/vanillin monomer
Scientists have studied the effect of a novel silicone/vanillin monomer on the thermal stability and adhesion properties of UV-curable polyurethane pressure sensitive adhesive and its application in functional...
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Novel bio-based flame retardant
A new study presents a way of omproving the fire performance and washing durability of nylon-cotton blend fabrics by the incorporation taurine derivatives.
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Composite coatings for the preservation of pears
Researchers have developed an edible starch coating loaded with cumin essential oil. The films exhibited desirable food packaging characteristics.
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Recent progress in superhydrophobic rubber coatings
Under extreme climates, the demand for surface protection from wetting and icing has increased extensively. Many studies focused on developing superhydrophobic coatings from elastic rubbers because of...
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Slippery concrete for sanitation
Dry toilets are still widely applied in the developing countries. Scientists have developed a new dry concrete toilet with a slippery surface that has a promising application prospect in maintaining hygiene....
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Synthesis of tung oil-based vinyl ester resin
A recently conducted study describes the synthesis of a tung oil-based vinyl ester resin and its application for anti-corrosion coatings.