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Self-stratifying coatings: a review
A recently published paper discusses various aspects of self-stratifying coatings, such as surface tension, solubility theory and the effect of pigment location. ...
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Protective coatings for offshore wind energy devices
What are the current offshore standards and commercial specifications used in the German OWEA industry? A new paper reviews 34 commercial coating specifications. ...
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Glasurit (BASF) and FIVA publish Handbook for vintage cars
Vintage cars have been growing in popularity for many years now. Refinishing paintwork damaged through accidents or the aging process and adapting the color ...
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Influence of inorganic binder on the photocatalytic oxidation of acrylic latex
Paints and coatings have been considered as effective materials to overcome the air impurities in mega cities. In a research the influence of inorganic binder ...
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Reduction of moisture susceptibility of cold asphalt mixtures
A laboratory study investigated the effect of reducing moisture susceptibility of cutback asphalt mixture by adding Portland cement and bentonite, a nanoclay ...
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Effective prevention of rain erosion on rotor blades
When operating, the wing tip of a wind turbine can reach speeds of 300 to 350 km/h and, as a result, rain drops act like sandpaper on the surface of the material....
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Novel acrylic-fluorine networks for pressure sensitive adhesives
The objective of a study was to design novel acrylic-fluorine networks as the replacement of fluorinated polyacylate for pressure sensitive adhesive (PSA) applications....
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Effect of biocidal coatings on microfouling
Researchers have exposed biocidal coatings to marine bacteria and diatoms and studied their effect on cells adhesion and biofilm formation in different conditions ...
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Enhancing the hydrophobicity of concrete in harsh conditions
Using crystallising admixture and wax-based curing agents significantly improves the performance of concrete in harsh conditions, a new study suggests.
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Thermoresponsive sealant for temporary closure of ocular trauma
Traumatic eye injuries require rapid treatment to prevent deterioration of vision. As an alternative to suturing or adhesives, researchers developed a temperature-responsive...
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Understanding the influence of wood substrates on the permeability of coatings
The shift towards waterborne coatings makes coatings more sensitive to water. As a consequence, the durability of both wood and coatings can be negatively affected....
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Potential of the plant oleander as green antifouling technology
One challenge to commercialisation of natural antifoulants is to find effective substances from flora and fauna with sufficient amount available. In a study, ...
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Effect of nano-pigments on the corrosion resistance of epoxy coatings
In a work, researchers have combined the desirable colour characteristics of cationic dyes and the good barrier properties of organoclays by synthesising hybrid...
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Effects of nonionic surfactants on stability of latex in cement paste
To clarify why surfactants affect the stability of latex in cement pastes and why many latexes qualified in standard stability tests still coagulate when mixed ...