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Alternative cement clinkers

A recently published article reviews proposed technical approaches for the manufacture and use of alternatives to Portland cement clinker as the main reactive binder ...

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Synthesis of electroactive tetraaniline-based acrylic polyol

In a new study, researchers synthesised electroactive tetraaniline-based acrylic polyol by atom transfer radical polymerisation for anticorrosive coating application....

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Water-borne PUD adhesives with bio-based polyol component

Covestro, Jowat and Henkel have developed polyurethane dispersion adhesives (PUD) with a bio-based content of over 50 percent in a joint project.

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Diffusion cell investigations into the acidic degradation of organic coatings

In a new study, researchers conducted diffusion cell studies on the acid degradation of organic coatings.

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Polynitroxide copolymers to reduce biofilm fouling on surfaces

Scientists recently investigated the use of polynitroxide copolymers to reduce biofilm deposition on surfaces.

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Polymeric coatings for the electrocatalytic and photoelectrosynthetic fuel production

In a new article, researchers highlight selected examples of polymeric materials utilised in electrocatalytic and photoelectrosynthetic fuel production. ...

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Anticorrosion performances of modified polymeric coatings on E32 naval steel

In a new study, the anticorrosion performance of various modified polymer coatings on E32 marine steels in seawater was investigated and compared.

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Nucleation seeding with calcium silicate

A current review deals with nucleation seeding with calcium silicate hydrate for the development of green cements.

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Impact of initial CA dissolution on the hydration mechanism of CAC

Scientists recently investigated the effects of initial CA resolution on the hydration mechanism of CAC.

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PEA und PES as corrosion inhibitors in paint formulations

Scientists recently synthesised poly(ethylene adipate amide) (PEA) and poly(ethylene succinate amide) (PES) and investigated their application as corrosion ...

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Corrosion protection performance of nanocomposite coatings

A new study deals with the corrosion protection performance of nanocomposite coatings under static, UV, and dynamic conditions

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ASTM D7869-13 test for high-quality architectural coatings

Scientists recently evaluated the ASTM D7869-13 test method for predicting gloss and colour retention of high-quality architectural coatings.

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Surface mechanical properties of polymeric coatings under accelerated weathering

In a new study, scientists applied a macroscopically non-destructive method to characterise the surface mechanical properties of polymer coatings under accelerated...

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Silica fume and fly ash lightweight concrete in harsh marine environment

A new paper presents the long-term durability performance of semi-lightweight concrete containing various levels of supplementary cementing materials (SCM)...