University of Sheffield researchers developed a machine learning framework to improve coating properties in a roll-to-roll slot die coating process. The work is seen as an initial step toward broader ...

(Nanowerk Spotlight) Electrochromic materials exhibit reversible optical change in the visible region when they are subjected to an electric charge. These switchable materials can be used for 'smart' ...

This article was originally published on MedicalDesign.com in May 2014. Applying a coating to a medical device or instrument can improve the device’s performance and reduce potential side effects. As ...

The application of film coatings in pharmaceutical manufacturing is a critical step in controlling drug release profiles and ensuring product quality. Coating processes, whether applied to tablets or ...

The use of online metrology is an efficient and precise way to ensure uniformity in electrode coatings and improve the overall quality, consistency and safety of lithium-ion batteries. This interview ...

Functional coatings improve polymer surfaces by adding barrier protection, chemical resistance, hydrophobicity, conductivity, ...

This appendix reviews various coating process technologies: diffusion coating, thermal spray (particulate deposition), physical vapor deposition (atomistic or molecular transfer), and sputtering ...