Scientists Use Zinc Oxide Nanoparticles to Produce Vehicle Coatings with Anticorrosion Properties
TEHRAN, Iran - Iranian researchers from the Institute for Color Science and Technology have produced a new type of coating that exhibits anticorrosion properties by using zinc oxide nanoparticles. The coating has been developed for use in the automotive industry.
The nanoparticles are used in the formulation of a vehicle’s electrocoating. They adsorb ultraviolet light and prevent it from reaching the inner layer, preventing damage to the coating itself. This feature presents important applications for automotive coatings, helping manufacturers reduce production costs.