We show that acetone-derived graphene coating can effectively enhance the corrosion efficiency of copper (Cu) in a seawater environment (0.5-0.6 M (∼3.0-3.5%) sodium chloride). By applying a drop of acetone (∼20 μl cm(-2)) on Cu surfaces, rapid thermal annealing allows the facile and rapid synthesis of graphene films on Cu surfaces with a monolayer coverage of almost close to ∼100%. Under optim...

The interaction of biofilms with metallic surfaces produces two biologically induced degradation processes materials: microbial corrosion and bioleaching. Both phenomena affect most materials, but in the case noble metals such as gold, which is inert to corrosion, metallophilic bacteria can cause its direct or dissolution. When this process controlled, it be used for hydrometallurgical applicat...

Metallic biomaterials are widely used in the orthopedic and dental applications owing to their advanced biocompatibility sophisticated mechanical properties. Many studies carried out develop new alloys with high specific strength, corrosion resistance as an alternative present metallic biomaterials. Mg potential a biomaterial, especially because they have low density biocompatibility. However, ...

Our aim is to present a comprehensive review of the development of modern antibacterial metallic materials as touch surfaces in healthcare settings. Initially we compare Japanese, European and US standards for the assessment of antimicrobial activity. The variations in methodologies defined in these standards are highlighted. Our review will also cover the most relevant factors that define the ...

The crevice correction is a common type of localized corrosion which costs multibillion dollar losses in many different fields including aerospace, automobile, and building structures. The crevice geometry can easily catch moisture and impurity which accelerates the chemical corrosion. It is one of the dangerous corrosions that can cause sudden failure of the products and involve the human inju...

The continuous search for better corrosion inhibitors, due to vast differences in the media encountered in industry remains a focal point in corrosion control. The use of organic compounds to inhibit corrosion has assumed great significance due to their application in preventing corrosion under various corrosive environments. These compounds have great potential to inhibit aqueous corrosion due...

Metallic glass has excellent functions such as high strength and high corrosion resistance. Therefore, it is one of the most attractive materials, and various developmental research works have been conducted by many researchers. However, the metallic glass material is expensive to use, and a composite material is preferred for the industrial application. Thermal spraying method is one of potent...