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Interaction of fumed silica with epoxy resin

Researchers recently investigated the chemical interaction of fumed silica of different sizes with epoxy via ultrasonication for improved coating.

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MoS2-CNFs composites to enhance anticorrosive performance

In a recent study, MoS2-CNFs composites were prepared to enhance the anticorrosive and mechanical properties of epoxy coatings.

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Fluorinated hybrid coatings as protection for clay bricks

Researchers recenly tested organic and organic-inorganic fluorinated hybrid coatings as protective materials for clay bricks

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Polyaniline-modified titanium dioxide composites in water-based epoxy coating

In a recently published study, researchers investigated  polyaniline-modified TiO2 composites in water-based epoxy coating for corrosion protection of Q235 steel.

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A star-like hyperbranched polymer having hydrophilic arms

Researchers have recently been working on the design of a star-shaped hyperbranched polymer with hydrophilic arms for anti-biofouling coatings.

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New sol-gel synthesis of NiO antibacterial nano-pigment

A new report deals with the fabrication of NiO nanoparticle (NiO Nps) dispersed alkyd coating and its antimicrobial activity.

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Catalysed NIPU coatings from bio-based poly(cyclic carbonates)

Formulations of bio-based poly(cyclic carbonates) and amines using cooperative catalysis were studied to produce non-isocyanate polyurethanes (NIPUs).

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Synthesis of castor oil/2,4-toluene diisocyanate adduct

Scientists recently synthesised castor oil/2,4-toluene diisocyanate adduct to impart water repellency and antibacterial properties for cotton/polyester fabric.

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Copper oxide-clay composites with sub-micrometer-sized particles

In a recently published study, scientists prepared Cu2O-clay composites with sub-micrometer-sized Cu2O particles for marine antifouling paints.

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Rain erosion protection of wind turbine blades

A recently published review deals with the rain erosion protection of wind turbine blades.

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Formation mechanisms of environmentally acceptable chemical conversion coatings for zinc

A current review examines the formation mechanisms of environmentally compatible chemical conversion coatings for zinc.

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Characterisation of magnesium silicate hydrate (M-S-H)

In a recently published study, the structure of synthetic magnesium silicate hydrated phases (M-S-H) and the distribution of water as a function of the Mg/Si ratio were investigated.

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Multifunctional steel epoxy coatings

A new study presents hydrophobic silica nanoparticles capped with petroleum paraffin wax embedded in epoxy networks as multifunctional epoxy steel coatings.

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Tensile strength of concrete exposed to sulfate attack

Researchers recently presented a promising new approach to test the sulfate resistance of concrete.