Depending upon the material, enhanced corrosion resistance can be obtained by manipulating surface properties like composition, structure, and topography. Factors influencing the choice of ...

NIPPON KINZOKU CO., LTD. (TOKYO: 5491) (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo) is proud to announce the strengthened promotion of "L ...

Surface finishing resisted automation for decades because the tactile nature of the work made it impossible to fully specify ...

A recent study published in Scientific Reports examines how metallic thin films, specifically cobalt layers used in hard disk drives (HDDs), can be modified to improve their performance and ...

Our research focuses on creating specialized molecules that can fundamentally change the properties of surfaces at both the planar and nanoscale. Think of these molecules as smart "surface coatings" ...

Diagram showing the functionalization of a metal oxide nanoparticle with various organic molecules, including trimethoxysilane, amine, phosphonic acid, carboxylic acid, dopamine, and cysteine. This ...

These issues often stem from material limitations, including poor ion transport, unstable electrode interfaces, and dendrite formation in metal-based anodes. Overcoming these barriers requires ...

Japanese materials maker Kuraray Co. Ltd. has acquired technology firm Nelumbo Inc. for an undisclosed price. Nelumbo's technology includes surface modification for fibers and other plastic products.