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162 articles for “Surface coatings”
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Substantial Enrichment of Mechanical, Thermal and Electrical Properties of Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer by Melt Blending with Nano-ZnO
Abstract: Polymers are more reinforced with nano metal oxides, a completely flexible composite of engineering that simplifies the way of exhibiting good mechanical and chemical features. Polymer mixtures represent a very vital field in the handling of innovative ingredients, which have better features than net polymers. Polymer mixtures are able to deliver ingredients with prolonged useful features beyond the range that can be achieved from a single polymer equivalent. A methodical …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering Read article
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Substantial Enrichment of Mechanical, Thermal and Electrical Properties of Thermoplastic Polyester Elastomer by Melt Blending with Nano-ZnO
Abstract: Polymers are more reinforced with nano-metal oxides, a completely flexible composite of engineering that simplifies the way of exhibiting good mechanical and chemical features. Polymer mixtures represent a very vital field in the handling of innovative ingredients, which have better features than net polymers. Polymer mixtures can deliver ingredients with prolonged useful features beyond the range that can be achieved from a single polymer equivalent. A methodical study was performed …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 9, Issue 1, 2022 · pp. 12–22 Read article
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Metal corrosion prevention control with uses of sol-gel coatings
Abstract: The potential for sol-gel generated films to replace methods for pre-treating metal surfaces with chromate is very high. Metallic and organic paint can be painted on with good adherence thanks to inorganic sol-gel generated coatings. Their significant crack-forming propensity prevents them from offering appropriate corrosion protection. A thicker, more flexible, functionalized film is produced with improved compatibility to various organic top coatings when an organic component is added to an …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 22–26 Read article
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A Concise Overview of Recent Developments and Uses in Nano-Silica and Nanoparticles Encased in Silica
Abstract: Nano-silica and silica-coated nanoparticles have gained significant attention lately due to their exceptional chemical and physical properties, including a high surface area-to-volume ratio, adjustable porosity, thermal and chemical stability, biocompatibility, and ease of surface modification. These characteristics make them versatile materials applicable in various scientific and industrial sectors. Their ability to control particle size, shape, and surface traits allows them to be effectively utilized in catalysis, drug delivery, biosensing, and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2026 · pp. 696–704 Read article
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Development of Mathematical Model for Tool Wear Rate Using 3-Level Response Surface Methodology
Abstract: Tool wear is the progressive loss of material from the surface of tool in the form of very small metallic particles. From decade tool wear rate was used as major criteria to predict the tool life. However, tool wear rate only measures principle wear, i.e., flank wear and face wear. In order to assesses the real damage to the tool and consider other tool wear like chip, notching, primary and …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 3, Issue 2, 2016 · pp. 1–10 Read article
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Suitability of Additive Manufacturing Process in Optical Lens Production
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing is one of the non-conventional methods of manufacturing that is gaining immense popularity for its ease to manufacture customized parts. The lenses have always been manufactured using a continuous process of Blanking, Surface generation, Edging and Centering, Grinding, Polishing, and Coating. But the conventional processes demand large inventories and more time. Customization of lenses may also be possible if a process like Additive Manufacturing is implemented. Also, the …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology Read article
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Suitability of Additive Manufacturing Process in Optical Lens Production
Abstract: Additive Manufacturing is one of the non-conventional methods of manufacturing that is gaining immense popularity for its ease to manufacture customized parts. The lenses have always been manufactured using a continuous process of Blanking, Surface generation, Edging and Centering, Grinding, Polishing, and Coating. But the conventional processes demand large inventories and more time. Customization of lenses may also be possible if a process like Additive Manufacturing is implemented. Also, the …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 11, Issue 3, 2021 · pp. 39–46 Read article
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Current status of reinforced thermal spray coatings to increase corrosion resistance of boiler tube steels
Abstract: AbstractThermal barrier coatings are one of the best techniques to protect the metal surface from erosion corrosion attach. Aluminium and nickel based alloys are extensively used as thermal barrier coated materials with various techniques such as HVOF, APS etc. The techniques for applying the coatings gain their importance in thermal spray which results to get a layer deposited without affecting the properties of substrate material. Thermal spray coatings have been …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 1–7 Read article
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Effect of Nano Metal Oxide Loading Rates on Polymer-Nano Metal Oxide Nanocomposites
Abstract: Many industries, such as those in the fields of medicine, textiles, cosmetics, agriculture, optics, food packaging, optoelectronics, semiconductors, aerospace, building materials, and catalysis, utilise nanoparticles and nanocomposites in a variety of applications. A unique class of materials, polymeric nanocomposites outperform their microparticle counterparts by fusing organic polymers with inorganic nanoparticles. Consequently, they ought to advance the field of engineering applications. The presence of inorganic nanoparticles can significantly alter the properties …
Published in Journal of Nanoscience, NanoEngineering & Applications · Vol. 14, Issue 1, 2024 · pp. 1–12 Read article
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Advancements in Polymeric Capillary Materials for Chromatographic Applications
Abstract: Traditionally, glass capillaries have been the material of choice due to their inertness, transparency, and precision in delivering small sample volumes. However, glass capillaries have significant drawbacks, including fragility, limited flexibility, and difficulties in modification for specialized applications. Recent advancements in polymer chemistry have introduced novel polymeric capillary materials that offer several advantages over conventional glass capillaries. Additionally, they exhibit enhanced durability and resistance to a broad range of chemicals, …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 4, 2025 · pp. 137–144 Read article
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Minimization of Effluent Produced by Electrical Industry
Abstract: There are two fundamental reasons of effluent viz. prevention pollution and thereby protecting the environmental and protecting the public health by safe guarding waste supplies and preventing the spread of water borne diseases. When untreated industrial waste water is discharge it will contaminate the natural water body i.e., river, lake with hazardous chemicals. It is absolutely necessary to study the characteristic of industrial waste water, to ensure its safe disposal. …
Published in Journal of Industrial Safety Engineering · Vol. 8, Issue 1, 2021 · pp. 15–21 Read article
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Preparation and Characterization of Aluminium Doped ZnO Thin Films by Spin Coating Technique
Abstract: In this work, the preparation of Al-doped ZnO (AZO) thin films by the sol-gel spin-coating method is reported. The structural properties and surface morphologies of film prepared at RT were characterized by X-ray diffraction (XRD) and field emission scanning electron microscope (FE-SEM). The XRD and SEM results disclosed that the crystallization quality and grain size of as-prepared films were highly influenced by Al doping. Laser Raman Spectrometer results indicated that …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 7, Issue 2, 2020 · pp. 16–22 Read article
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Performance Evaluation of Vegetable Oil Based Cutting Fluids with Extreme Pressure Additive in Turning of AISI 1040 Steel
Abstract: Vegetable oils are being investigated as a potential source of environmental favorable lubricants, due to high biodegradability, renewability and good lubrication properties. The objective of this work is to determine the influence of vegetable oil based cutting fluids (sesame and coconut oil) with extreme pressure (EP) additive on machining performance in terms of cutting forces, cutting tool temperature, tool flank wear and surface roughness during turning of AISI 1040 steel …
Published in Journal of Production Research & Management · Vol. 4, Issue 3, 2014 · pp. 8–14 Read article
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Recording of the Surface-Driven Microfluidic Flow of Aqueous Working Liquids in PMMA Microfluidic Devices
Abstract: In this work, the pristine polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) microchannel surfaces are modified by the air dielectric barrier discharge (DBD) plasma processing, nitrogen plasma treatment, Undoped diamond-like carbon (DLC) coating, and Si-doped DLC coating, to produce the PMMA microfluidic devices having inner walls of different surface wettability. Dyed water and dyed aqueous ethanol (90% dyed water, 10% ethanol) are the selected two aqueous working liquids. The video recording of each surface-driven microfluidic …
Published in Emerging Trends in Chemical Engineering · Vol. 5, Issue 3, 2018 · pp. 24–31 Read article
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Amorphous composite coating’s ability to resist corrosion
Abstract: To increase the mechanical qualities of the coatings, amorphous composite coating was applied to the carbon steel substrate using arc spraying and remelted using a plasma remelting technology. Micro structural microscope, scanning electron microscope, energy dispersive spectroscopy, X-ray diffraction, and microhardness tester were used to examine the composition, microstructure, and characteristics of the composite coating. After the plasma remelting, the microstructure of the composite coatings for amorphous materials was more …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 9, Issue 2, 2022 · pp. 12–16 Read article
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Cutting-Edge Brilliance: Applications of Diamond Coating in Precision Machining
Abstract: Diamond coating technology is used to deposit a uniform layer of diamond on almost any type of material ranging from glass and plastic to metals. The process involves utilizing atmospheric carbon dioxide as the carbon source and exposing it to a series of laser beams. With the ease of applying paint on a brush, this laser-assisted process produces pure diamond and bonds it to a material's surface. This study examines …
Published in Trends in Mechanical Engineering & Technology · Vol. 13, Issue 3, 2023 · pp. 18–22 Read article
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Comparative studies of Oxidation and hot corrosion behaviors of uncoated and detonation gun sprayed Cr3C2-25NiCr coating on SA-213 boiler steel at 8000C
Abstract: Fe-based alloys suffer oxidation and hot corrosion when the surfaces were in contact with air (oxidation) as well as the salty atmosphere (Hot corrosion) at elevated temperatures. In these atmospheric conditions, non-protective oxide Fe2O3 was formed on the surface of alloys. Oxidation and hot corrosion have been recognized as a major problem in the applications of the diesel engine, boilers, gas turbines, and chemical power plant etc. Detonation-gun sprayed Cr3C2-25NiCr …
Published in Journal of Thin Films, Coating Science Technology & Application · Vol. 6, Issue 1, 2019 · pp. 17–22 Read article
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Experimental Investigation of Micro-Hardness & Tribological Behavior of Composite Coating for Wear Resistance Application
Abstract: The author effectively created a composite coating with enhanced durability utilizing the HVOF technique in this investigation. The automobile business has encountered fierce worldwide rivalry, rapid technical breakthroughs, and strict regulatory regulations in recent year.. Producers of lubricants, gasoline additives, and worldwide original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) are striving to address the difficulties presented by changing consumer preferences and emerging energy conservation and environmental protection regulations. We have successfully created and …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 1097–1103 Read article
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A review on Methodology used for Dry Turning of AISI 52100 Steel
Abstract: Bearing steel like AISI 52100 is one of the most widely used high cutting steel in industry for manufacturing of bearing. A large amount of coolant is used for machining at high speed due to which increase there has been a significant increase in environmental hazards. So Green or Dry manufacturing with optimize cutting parameters and its effect on tool material & work piece quality need to be studied to …
Published in Journal of Polymer & Composites · Vol. 13, Issue 6, 2025 · pp. 467–475 Read article
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Self-Healing Thin Films: Paving the Way for Smart, and Sustainable Corrosion Protection
Abstract: Corrosion is one of the serious problems that industries and infrastructures of every type face, ranked among such threats as huge economic losses and concerns to global safety. Recent developments in the area of self-healing thin films make them a really promising innovation for enhancing corrosion protection. This review considers the development, mechanisms, and applications of self-healing thin films. Detailed here are intrinsic and extrinsic self-healing strategies oriented toward chemical …
Published in International Journal of Crystalline Materials · Vol. 2, Issue 1, 2025 · pp. 22–45 Read article