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Effect of reactive monomers on UV films
Scientists investigated the effect of reactive monomers on polymer structure and abrasion resistance of UV cured thin films in a new study.
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Cardanol-based anhydride curing agent for epoxy coatings
A recently published paper deals with the synthesis of dianhydride curing agent for epoxy resins from bio-based cardanol. The scientists evaluated the performance...
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UV-curable urethane acrylate oligomers modified with epoxide resin
A recently published paper deals with the preparation and characterisation of UV-curable urethane acrylate oligomers modified with cycloaliphatic epoxide resin. ...
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Spray process to styrene grafting onto polyethylene film surface
Scientists found a versatile process to perform grafting reactions on PE surfaces. Therefore a Polyethylene film was modified by grafting styrene using a spray...
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New award for innovative adhesion science
FEICA, the association representing the European adhesive and sealant industry, and EURADH, the biannual European conference on adhesion and related phenomena, ...
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Brightly-coloured bacteria could be used to ‘grow’ paints and coatings
Researchers have unlocked the genetic code behind some of the brightest and most vibrant colours in nature. The study of the genetics of structural colour - as ...
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Preparation of superamphiphobic robust film
Artificial superamphiphobic surfaces have been arousing great attention in recent years for improved durability in practical applications. A new study deals with the ...
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Surface gloss of fibreboard panels veneered with birch wood
Wood surfaces are typically sanded before the lacquer coatings technological processes. A new paper discusses the aesthetic properties of lacquer coatings formed on ...
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Simulation of dirt pickup performance of organic coatings
A new study presents a novel adsorption method to simulate the dirt pickup performance of organic coatings.
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Hulls that glide through the water like sharks – and stay smooth
The potential of drag reduction through a textured surface is widely known. In real world scenarios, however, the advantages are quickly negated if fouling ...
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New on-demand coatings video online
Did you know that you can watch our monthly livestreams on demand? We just uploaded a new video with detailed information on a new hydrophobing agent that could ...
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Novel process for robust layers on flexible materials
The Fraunhofer Institute for Organic Electronics, Electron Beam and Plasma Technology FEP, a provider of research and development services for all coating technologies,...
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Effect of the adhesion of Ag coatings on antibacterial properties
A new study shows that the adhesion force between metal-based antibacterial coatings and polymer substrate decides the effectiveness and durability of antibacterial...
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Wettability and bonding quality of coatings on wood surfaces
A new study investigates wettability and bonding quality of exterior coatings on fast-growing jabon and sengon wood surfaces.