Bioinspired superhydrophobic surfaces have offered unique advantages in combating
microbial contaminations involving fungi, bacteria, and viruses, especially during the global …

Hybrid joining (HJ) is the combination of two or more joining techniques to produce joints
with enhanced properties in comparison to those obtained from their parent techniques …

Metal materials are susceptible to the influence of environmental media, and chemical or
electrochemical multiphase reactions occur on the metal surface, resulting in the corrosion …

The ocean holds abundant resources, but the utilization of those resources for the marine
economy presents a complex and dynamic industrial situation. Exploring sustainable …

Microbially influenced corrosion (MIC) is a formidable challenge in the marine industry,
resulting from intricate interactions among various biochemical reactions and microbial …

Abstract Slippery Liquid-Infused Porous Surface (SLIPS) has been shown promising
potentials in the field of metal corrosion protection. However, the complicated strategy curbs …

This study focused on microplastic (MP) contamination originating from ship paint,
particularly during the hydroblasting of ship hull, to understand the emission characteristics …

Corrosion is a pervasive issue with significant economic and safety implications across
various industries. Nanoceramic-based coatings have emerged as a promising solution for …

The need for nontoxic antifouling coatings has encouraged material scientists to develop a
class of organic coatings for diverse applications. As a versatile thermosetting resin and well …

Biofouling is a major issue for many industries including shipping, oil, and gas and can lead
to accelerated corrosion, particularly for structures and components in and around salt …