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UV-curable cellulose acetate butyrate-based oligomers and their electrospun fibrous mats

A new paper investigates the chemical, mechanical, and thermal properties of UV-curable cellulose acetate butyrate-based oligomers and their electrospun fibrous mats.

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Rapid fabrication of robust and bright colloidal amorphous arrays on textiles

A new study proposes a low-cost and effective strategy to fabricate a high mechanical strength, brilliant, and noniridescent colloidal amorphous array (CAA) coating within hours on fabric.

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New study aims at the development of novel waterproof and breathable membranes

Scientists have worked on the synthesis and properties of side chain fluorinated polyurethanes and the evaluation of changes in the microphase separation.

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Distinctive structure for transparent icing protection surfaces

A new study describes an ice-phobic and transparent surface based on the distinctive structure of a coating material.

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Corrosion resistance of hydrofluoric acid-treated Mg alloy stent after expansion

A new paper describes the corrosion resistance of an HF-treated Mg alloy stent and its improvement through biodegradable polymer coating.

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Enhancing weathering resistance of wood by using bark extractives

A new study shows how to enhancing the weathering resistance of wood by using bark extractives as natural photostabilisers in a polyurethane-acrylate coating.

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New fluorine-free self-healing anti-smudge coatings

A new study reports on a simple strategy for the fabrication of phenolic polyurethane coatings with self-healing and anti-smudge properties as well as good mechanical strength and optical clarity.

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Improved properties of coating binder from palm oil-based oleic acid

Scientists have improved properties of coating binders from palm oil-based oleic acid by copolymerising with acrylate monomers.

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Rheology of high-aspect-ratio nanocarbons

A new paper focuses on the rheology of nanocarbons dispersed in a low-viscosity fluid.

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Preparation of hybrid chitosan/silica composites

Scientists have prepared hybrid Chitosan/Silica Composites via Ionotropic Gelation and studied its corrision prevention capabilities.

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Metakaolin-based geopolymer coatings on metals

A new study reports on geopolymer coatings on metals by airbrush spray deposition.

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Research on the long-term effectiveness of preservation materials of ancient mortar

High hydrophobic preservation materials can cause damage to the ancient chinese construction material known as tabia.

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Curable hybrid materials for corrosion protection of steel

A new study presents the development and application of UV-cured 3-methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane-derived coating.

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Thermal conservation instead of using biocides?

Fraunhofer IPA has carried out promising preliminary tests to preserve emulsion paints thermally. Partners are being sought to participate in a research project.