Anti-corrosive coatings
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Sustainable and mechanically robust anticorrosive coatings
Researchers have reported the synthesis of waterborne soy epoxy and its nanocomposite coatings formulation using sebacic acid as a modifier (a bio-based precursor) and reduced graphene oxide (RGO) nanofillers....
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Drag reduction ability of slippery liquid infused surfaces
Anti-fouling, anti-rust, and slippery features make the LIS a potent drag reducer. A recently published review article gives a comprehensive overview.
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One step fabrication of a superhydrophobic nanocomposite
Superhydrophobic coatings having a self-cleaning ability and anticorrosion performance are desired in many industrial contexts; however, high costs and complex fabrication methods usually limit their application....
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Novel microcapsules for the performance expansion of epoxy coatings
A recently conducted research aims to improve the protective performance of coatings in harsh corrosive conditions by using functionalised self-healing microcapsules.
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Expert voice on protective coatings
We spoke to Henning Vogt, Global Senior Scientist Coatings, Westlake Epoxy (formerly Hexion Coatings and Composites).
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Optimisation of adhesion to improve steel corrosion protection
A new study focuses on the possibility of using siloxane resins with epoxy modification to delay corrosion of metal substrates for hydraulic applications.
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Weathering technology will continue to evolve with better environmental controls
We spoke to Sean Fowler about the latest developments in weathering chamber technology and his assessment of how the sector will evolve in the future.
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Protective coatings: Substantial Changes
A close look at the market for protective coatings.
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Bio-inspired coatings for corrosion protection
A recently published review article gives an elaborative overview on the recent advances in bio-inspired multifunctional coatings for corrosion protection.
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PANI/epoxy coating for the protection of steel in sea water
A double-layer coating composed of an inner polyaniline (PANI) and outer epoxy layer, was investigated as a potential “smart” coating for corrosion protection of carbon steel (CS) in an aqueous 3.5...
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Corrosion protection of benzoxazine and cardanol-doped polyaniline coatings
In a recently conducted work a corrosion protection material for coatings applications was formed by commercial benzoxazine and polyaniline (PAni).
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Novel epoxy curing strategy based on GO and glass fiber
A polymer matrix composite with a physical barrier network can efficiently inhibit corrosion on carbon steel.
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Bio-based one-component epoxy resin
Researchers have described a novel high-performance anticorrosive coating from an agro-industrial byproduct.
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Slippery liquid-infused porous surface: Review on Recent developments
Slippery liquid-infused porous surface (SLIPS) has attracted increasing interest in anti-icing, anti-corrosion, anti-fouling, and surface omniphobicity, in view of its superior stability and performances...