DECEMBER 12,2024

Hybrid epoxy-SiO2/GO coating: advanced anti-corrosive solution for aeronautic aluminum

2024-12-12 08:51

A groundbreaking study highlights how combining epoxy resin, silica, and graphene oxide significantly enhances the corrosion resistance and mechanical properties of aluminum surfaces.

寰俊鍥剧墖_20241209115839.pngInnovative hybrid coatings with graphene oxide boost durability for aerospace aluminum. Image source: Comfreak - Pixabay (symbol image).

Researchers recently developed a hybrid epoxy coating incorporating silica (SiO2) and graphene oxide (GO) to protect aluminum Al6061-T5 against corrosion in aerospace applications. The study evaluated three material variations with GO concentrations of 0%, 0.1%, and 0.5%.

Enhanced Hydrophobicity and Corrosion Resistance

Contact angle measurements demonstrated the coatings’ hydrophobic nature, with GO forming an effective anti-corrosive barrier. The 0.5% GO variant emerged as the most efficient solution, ensuring long-term protection for aluminum surfaces in harsh environments.

Source: Journal of Coatings Technology and Research, Volume 21, pages 559–574, 2024.


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