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Corrosion protection

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Epoxy–resorcinol resin composite protects against corrosion and biofouling

Researchers have developed an epoxy system with resorcinol–formaldehyde resin (RF) that effectively prevents both corrosion and biofouling in marine environments.

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Self-healing bio-based polybenzoxazine vitrimers for anticorrosion coatings

A novel coating system based on bio-based polybenzoxazine vitrimers combines hydrophobicity, corrosion resistance, and self-healing through dynamic disulphide bonds.

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Superhydrophobic nanocomposite coating combines anticorrosive and antibacterial functions

New research demonstrates that ceria-doped cardanol polyurea coatings provide an exceptional combination of corrosion resistance and antibacterial performance.

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Novel polydopamine-copper coating enhances corrosion resistance and blood compatibility of zinc

Researchers have developed a polydopamine coating enriched with Cu(II) ions that significantly improves the corrosion resistance and haemocompatibility of biodegradable zinc. The findings could support...

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Smart corrosion protection: New epoxy coating with self-healing carbon nanotube-based nanocarriers

Zinc- and sodium gluconate-modified carbon nanotubes enhance the barrier performance and provide effective self-healing properties for a new epoxy coating.

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Two-dimensional nanocontainers enhance long-term corrosion protection of water-borne epoxy coatings

Integrating mesoporous polypyrrole-coated g-C₃N₄ nanosheets into water-borne epoxy resins significantly extends and improves corrosion protection.

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Hyperbranched polyester polyols improve PU coatings in corrosion tests

A new synthesis process for hyperbranched polyester polyols based on neopentyl glycol is showing promising results for use in polyurethane coatings with increased chemical and corrosion resistance.

Self-healing with encapsulated materials enhances anti-corrosive properties.
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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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New review: Smart MSN containers for corrosion inhibitors

A new review summarises the structure and properties of mesoporous silica nanoparticles (MSN) as smart containers corrosion Inhibitors.

Corroded aluminium spider of a washing machine. Protection is vital to prolong lifetime of parts like this.
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Efficient acrylic-based coating for corrosion protection utilising surface modified ZnO nanoparticles

Modified ZnO nanoparticles proved their performance on aluminium substrates in acrylic based coatings.

Rust is a huge issue in the aircraft industry and needs to be prevents as suffienciently as possible.
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Unleashing the power of organic corrosion inhibitors in aircraft coatings

The main objective of this dissertation is to demonstrate two strategies for incorporating highly efficient organic corrosion inhibitors into aerospace coatings and to establish fundamental guidelines...

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Modified graphene oxide in corrosion protection coatings

Recent studies highlight how hybrid coatings made of epoxy resin, SiO₂, and graphene oxide (GO) can significantly enhance the mechanical and anti-corrosive properties of aluminum. These materials show...

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UV-cured nanocomposite coatings with fluorine-containing silica networks improve wear and corrosion resistance

New UV-cured nanocomposite coatings combine fluorine-containing chains and silica networks, offering enhanced wear and corrosion resistance for applications on steel surfaces.

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Preparation of active–passive anticorrosion antistatic epoxy nanocomposite coatings loaded with CeO2, CeO2@C, and CHS particles

New epoxy nanocomposite coatings combine CeO2, CeO2@C and CHS particles to provide corrosion protection and antistatic properties in one. This innovative combination of materials shows great potential...