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UV-curing epoxy coating with inhibitor nanoparticles improves corrosion protection
A Vietnamese research team shows: Despite reduced degrees of curing, cerbeladene SiO₂ nanoparticles in cationically UV-cured epoxy resins significantly improve the mechanical strength and corrosion protection...
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Silanes and fluor monomers improve the performance of bio-based hybrid latices
A recent study examined how monomers containing fluorine and silane affect the properties of water-based hybrid dispersions made from alkyd and styrene acrylate. The focus was on hydrophobic, sustainable...
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Visible control over ring-shaped polymer structures
A new photochemical process allows the targeted production of cyclic polymer structures – without unwanted cross-linking. Researchers present an organocatalyzed, light-driven radical process that could...
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Radiation protection using bismuth oxide nanoparticles in water-based polyurethane coatings
Researchers at Istanbul Technical University have developed a novel coating made of bismuth oxide nanoparticles and water-based polyurethane. This combination enables flexible, portable materials to be...
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Optimisation of radiation-curing coatings with silicone-based additives
Silicone additives improve the surface properties of radiation-curing coatings. Researchers at BYK Chemie, including Marc Eberhardt, Guillaume Jaunky and Albert Frank, are investigating how they can optimise...
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Improved water-based coatings derived from alkyd and amino resin
Mechanical and chemical properties were enhanced by optimizing the alkyd to amino resin ratio. The methods used combined small -scale testing methods and mathematical models.
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Sustainable hybrid coating for the conservation of street-art
Protecting street art murals from photo-oxidative, thermal and hydrothermal degradation can be difficult depending on position and substrate. This paper describes the chitosan-nanosilica hybrid coating...
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Multi-protective coatings with anti-UV aging, enhanced adhesion and self-healing abilities by covalent organic frameworks
Newly developed fillers based on polydopamine, which acted as a bridge that anchored aloe emodin and NKCOF-41. The latter one controlling the release of corrosion inhibitors for self-healing and the natural...
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How aluminium additions improve the performance of zinc-rich organic coatings
Improving zinc-rich organic coatings with aluminium particles to enhance corrosion protection. Significant improvement at 10-15% of aluminium in the volume of the coating.
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European Coatings Show 2025: Preview newspaper out
In March, the coatings world will meet at the European Coatings Show and Conference in Nuremberg, Germany. Prepare for your visit with our preview magazine.
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Polyurethane acrylate improves the strain recovery of pressure-sensitive adhesives
A new study shows how polyurethane acrylate (PUA) as a crosslinker significantly accelerates the strain recovery of pressure-sensitive adhesives (PSA). This opens up new possibilities for flexible electronics....
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Judiciously designed dual cross-linked networks
The dual cross-linked network gives high transparency, robustness and flexibility in liquid-repellent coatings. These fluorine-free coatings were prepared by the entanglement of unique functional dual...
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Self-healing coating enhanced by attapulgite (ATP) functionalised MXene with inhibitor integration
Improved self-healing combined with improved mechanical and adhesives properties have been achieved by grafting ATP nanorods on NH2-Ti3C2Tx nanosheets. The combination of two types of inhibitors promotes...
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A review of electrochemical techniques for corrosion monitoring – fundamentals and research updates
Many tests for corrosion is on the market, some more recent, some very used and valued. This review compares the different electrochemical techniques available on the market.