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Making metal surfaces strong, resistant, and multifunctional
Through a novel process, metals can permanently be joined with nearly all other materials, become water-repellent, or improve their biocompatibility. The pre-treatment...
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Superhydrophobic surfaces with antireflection properties for solar applications
In a review, recent developments in antireflective, transparent, and superhydrophobic surfaces for solar applications are highlighted.
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New green coating protects metals against corrosion
A chemist from Brock University in Canada and a chemical company have patented a green coating system that protects metals against corrosion.
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Fireproof coatings produced using magnetic nanoparticles
Researchers from Kashan University, Iran, succeeded in the production of fireproof coatings by synthesising a type of magnetic nanoparticle and using it in a ...
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Superhydrophobic surfaces with silane-treated diatomaceous earth/resin systems
In a study, superhydrophobic coatings were prepared using fluorosilane-treated diatomaceous earth (DE) with either polyurethane or epoxy binders.
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New surface coatings for food facilities hold promise for food safety
One of the keys to preventing food-borne illness and food waste is making sure that the surfaces at production facilities remain free of contamination between...
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New biosourced UV-curable coatings based on isosorbide
Isosorbide was involved in photopolymerisation as a green monomer for UV-curable coatings. French researchers modified this polyol by (meth)acryloyl chloride...
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Intelligent inks and functional coatings to develop high added-value products
Amplais has implemented a new department, thus strengthening its range of solutions to give added value to the traditional printed product, as well as to develop...
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Beating the heat with reflective roof coatings
Researchers suggest reflective roof coatings for the reduction of the "heat island" effect even in cities covered in snow for several months out of the year.
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New process for application-specific anti-reflective coatings
Whether eyewear, windshields, display windows or solar cells – nearly everyone uses products that reduce reflections without being aware of it. Researchers have ...
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Quantum physics inside a drop of paint
Inside a drop of paint, light is scattered so often that it seems impossible to demonstrate quantum effects. But despite the thousands of possible paths the...
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Antifouling treatment for heat exchangers
Researchers are introducing new nano-coatings that reduce microbes and persistent biofilms on heat exchangers. Heat exchangers coated with these paints require...
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Anti-bacterial coatings combat hospital-acquired infections
A new discovery could control the spread of deadly antibiotic-resistant superbugs, which experts fear are on course to kill 10 million people every year by 2050 ...
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Chemists unveil polymer that heals itself at body temperature
Scientists have led the development of a new material that can repair itself at body temperature. The polymer opens the door to new self-healing wound dressings for ...