In a step towards developing advanced materials for functional coatings, a research group has developed a technology that combines structural color coating with super water-repellent properties. The ...

Strategic Revenue Insights Inc. - The Advanced Coatings and Functional Chemicals Market is entering a decisive phase of accelerated, data-driven growth, underpinned by industrial modernization, ...

Corrosion and coating mechanics are critical to ensuring the longevity and reliability of structural systems across various engineering disciplines. Contemporary research focuses on understanding the ...

MXene thin films deliver brighter, more tunable structural colors and a wider color range than conventional materials, enabling scalable high-performance coatings for sensors, displays, and security ...

There are many factors governing the composition of a coating material. However, some of the requirements and desired properties can be diametrically opposed or even mutually exclusive. This is where ...

PharmaCote CX and CX+, an enhanced Chromium Nitride, are a range of coatings developed to improve the performance of substrate material for punches and dies. The coating offers a smooth finish and ...

The authors investigate the effects of a polyethylene glycol plasticizer and water on cellulose acetate film properties. Cellulose acetate (CA) is a polymeric excipient widely used in pharmaceutical ...

The development of melanin-based coating combines structural color with water-repellent and self-cleaning properties, emerging as a next-generation coating material. Ever wondered about the brilliant ...