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New review on fundamentals, constraints and fabrication techniques of superhydrophobic coatings
A broad overview of the fundamentals, the problems in manufacturing and a detailed overview of the fabrication techniques of superhydrophobic coatings has recently been published.
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Functional coatings: “An extremely exciting field to protect the environment
Modern functionalities can make coatings more sustainable, add value and make every day life easier. We spoke with Gesa Patzelt from Fraunhofer IFAM how functional coatings work, how you can develop them...
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Mussel-inspired coatings with tunable wettability for enhanced antibacterial efficiency
Scientists report an in-depth study on the effect of extreme wettability on the antibacterial efficiency of a silver nanoparticles (AgNPs)-based coating.
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Antimicrobial and improved barrier properties of natural phenolic compound-coated polymeric films
A recent study indicates that antimicrobial and barrier properties can be improved by using low-density polyethylene (LDPE) films with coatings containing different amounts of pyrogallol (PGL).
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Coating from graphite: solar-powered hydrogen fuel a step closer
A more sustainable way of making hydrogen fuel from water using sunlight is a step closer according to new research from the University of Bath’s Centre for Sustainable Chemical Technologies.
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Improved flame retardant and hydrophilic properties of polyamide 66 textiles
Scientists have developed a hybrid coating via few bi-layers deposition and sol-gel process. This coating improved the flame retardant and hydrophilic properties of PA66 fabrics.
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How slippery surfaces allow sticky pastes and gels to slide
An engineered surface treatment developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology can reduce waste and improve efficiency in many processes.
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Researchers report breakthrough in ice-repelling materials
Researchers at University of Houston have created a durable silicone polymer coating capable of repelling ice from any surface.
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Antireflection coating makes plastic virtually invisible
Penn State researchers have developed an antireflection coating that can make transparent plastics virtually invisible.
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Shark skin varnish increases the electricity yield of wind turbines
A functional coating with microscopically small grooves, the structure of which is reminiscent of the skin of sharks, can be used to increase the efficiency of wind turbines.
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Self-healing coating made of corn starch makes small scratches disappear through heat
Due to the special arrangement of its molecules, a new coating made of corn starch is able to repair small scratches by itself through heat
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Antimicrobial paints may cause more harm than good
Antimicrobial paints offer the promise of extra protection against bacteria. But researchers caution that these paints might be doing more harm than good by developing more antibiotic resistance.
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Akzo Nobel presents new fire protection system for wooden facades
Akzo Nobel has presented a new fire protection system for wooden facades. Key component is an ultra-effective fire-retardant primer.
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Axalta and Tau Industrial Robotics shed light on curing
Users of insulating materials from Axalta can now have access to the newly-developed Lilit (Light in-line insulation test) to monitor and document the drying consistency of the coatings produced.