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Improving the UV-stability of epoxy coatings
A method of improving the stability of epoxy coatings by using encapsulated halloysite nanotubes with organic UV-stabilisers and lignin has been decribed in a recently published paper.
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Nanocomposites for the protection of heritage buildings
A new study describes the synthesis of an Ag-TiO2/PDMS nanocomposite protective coating and its use as a self-cleaning, water repellent and antimicrobial agent.
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Eco-friendly coating materials for paper packaging
Recently, a hydrophobic, moisture resistant and biorenewable paper coating derived from castor oil based epoxy methyl ricinoleate with repulpable potential has been presented.
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Graphene based polymer anticorrosive coatings
Lowering the conductivity: Scientists have synthesised poly(p-phenylenediamine) encapsulated graphene and described its application in steel protection.
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Active components for application in antimicrobial food packaging
A recent investigation was aimed to develop films and coatings based on natural biopolymers and active components, with physicochemical and functional properties for application in antimicrobial packaging....
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The effect of zinc cations addition to acid pretreatment solution
A new work focuses on the effect of zinc cations on acidic surface treatment of mild steel and shows that they reduce oxidation and corrosion attacks.
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Modified waterborne polyurethane with superior corrosion resistance
Researchers report the preparation and characteristics of a crosslinked fluorinated acrylate modified waterborne polyurethane for metal protection coating.
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Antibiotic removal from wastewater
A new paper describes the adsorptive removal of cefixime using a novel adsorbent based on synthesised polycation coated nanosilica rice husk.
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Ultrathin polymers to enhance antifouling performances
A recent study portrays 2D ultrathin carbon nitride/acrylate boron silane polymer with multi-function for enhancing antifouling performance.
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Rue and ginger extracts as antifouling agents in silicone matrix coatings
The use of rue extract and ginger oleoresin as natural antifouling agents in a silicone matrix has been verified in a recently published work.
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Ceramic composite coatings for surgical implants
A recent study proposes Chitosan-based ceramic composite coatings reinforced with carbon nanotubes for surgical implants.
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Double layer powder coating to enhance corrosion protection
To reduce the harm of solvent based coating to the environment, a new type of composite powder coating with environmental protection and good corrosion resistance was reported.
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Multifunctional glass via polymer coatings
Researchers report on the facile fabrication of multifunctional transparent glass with superhydrophobic, self-cleaning and ultraviolet-shielding properties.
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Low gloss UV-curable coatings
A new study describes the preparation of UV-curable coatings based on silica surface modification using an acrylate monomer.