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Self-cleaning abilities of superhydrophobic coatings using silica nanoparticles
For an actual study superhydrophobic coatings were prepared using hydrophobic silica nanoparticles. The coating on every substrate revealed self-cleaning ability.
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Preparation and hydrophobicity improvement of fluorinated poly (styrene-acrylate) / ferrocene composites
A recent study examines the hydrophobicity improvement of fluorinated poly (styrene-acrylate) / ferrocene composites. The WAC of composite films increased from 45 to 121° before and after oxidation.
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“Good rheological modification may help reduce the overall cost”
Complexity is one of the main hurdles for coating formulators. We spoke with Yannick Nabil-Moreau, Global Technical Manager at Arkema about the role of additives in complexity reduction and other trends...
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Reversible superglues inspired by snail epiphragm
Researchers have presented a snail epiphragm-inspired adhesion mechanism where a polymer gel system demonstrates superglue-like adhesion strength (up to 892 N⋅cm−2) that is also reversible.
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Axalta’s “Vibes Trend Report 1.2019” is available
In its seventh edition, the "Vibes Trend Report" features four new trend themes: sense, lavish, austere and visionary. As each trend contains 6 colours, it is a selection of 24 new colours.
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Effect of tetraaniline nanofiber on the anticorrosion performance of waterborne epoxy coating
A recent study discusses the addition of tetraaniline based conducting nanofiber (TANF) on the anticorrosive properties of waterborne epoxy coatings on Q235 mild steel.
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Job cuts planned at BASF
The chemical company BASF is planning to reduce the number of employees. Also affected is BASF Coatings in Münster with a good 200 of 2400 jobs, according to an interview with CEO Martin Brudermüller...
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A desert ant as inspiration for a paint-like material that could keep buildings cool
Researchers at Columbia University are working on a new way to keep buildings cool. They have developed a coating that does not heat up under the sun.
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Researchers create uniform-shape polymer nanocrystals
Researchers from the University of Konstanz have successfully generated uniform-shape nanocrystals using direct polymerisation.
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Bio-inspired sensing and actuating materials: changing colours and/or shapes
A recent study summarises the-state-of-the-art progress of bio-inspired sensing and actuating materials, with focuses on the design principles and the technologies for forming these materials.
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The role of aluminium in C-A-S-H during sulfate attack on concrete
For a recent study tests with C-A-S-H phases in Na2SO4 solutions (3 and 30 g/L SO4) were carried out to study changes in the C-A-S-H nanostructure during sulfate attack on concrete.
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Five facts about the Finnish coatings market
Finland is a small country with only a dozen paints and coatings manufacturers. Nevertheless, it has a very advanced market. We selected five interesting fact about the Finnish coatings market.
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New coating could have big implications for lithium batteries
A new coating developed by the Argonne National Laboratory provides extra layer of protection for battery cathodes.
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New surface treatment could improve refrigeration efficiency
A slippery surface for liquids with very low surface tension promotes droplet formation, facilitating heat transfer.