Nanotechnology in Coatings

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Sea-urchin-like particles trap visible light, retain near-infrared reflectance and provide hiding in films around 10 μm thick.

Automotive coatings experts reflected on 50 years of innovation while outlining future challenges in curing, corrosion, sustainability and AI-driven R&D.

Testing shows how colloidal silica loading, drying time and rheology chemistry influence block resistance in three commercial low-VOC acrylic paints.

New research shows mitotic chromosomes are coated in a liquid-like layer that absorbs mechanical stress and helps prevent DNA damage during cell division.

Microplastics and nanoplastics arise from polymer degradation and product use, influencing human exposure, toxicology and emerging regulations tied to sustainability goals.

A technical look at high-performance ceramic coatings, spotlighting nanotechnology, self-healing systems and sustainable formulations shaping automotive and aerospace applications worldwide.

Calls for climate-responsive architecture are growing as weather patterns become more extreme and unpredictable. Learn how coatings may be able to play a role. 

Anti-glare, hardcoat and UV-cure advances are pushing AR lenses toward clearer views, lighter builds and lower power needs.

A new lens coating reduces near-infrared facial recognition while maintaining clarity and durability.

A plastics manufacturer implemented an AI-driven materials informatics platform to unify data, accelerate R&D and improve sustainability. This case study examines the impact.