Corrosion Behavior and Surface Engineering of Metallic Materials
A special issue of Metals (ISSN 2075-4701).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 June 2025 | Viewed by 36
Special Issue Editor
Interests: corrosion; wear; thin films
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Dear Colleagues,
Metallic materials are used ubiquitously and, in particular, in engineering due to their versatility, resistance, and recyclability. However, one of the significant challenges faced by metallic materials is corrosion, which can severely impact their performance and longevity. Steel, for example, is primarily used in various applications and environments to withstand extreme conditions, such as heavy loads and high temperatures. Despite their strength, steel and other metals are susceptible to corrosion, especially when exposed to different types of fluids in industrial processes. This exposure can cause oxidation, rapidly reducing the usefulness of the components.
The movement of a corrosive fluid against a metallic surface, combined with mechanical effects, accelerates the rate of corrosion. If the fluid contains solids and suspended particles, the degradation of the material increases further. This makes corrosion a critical issue, leading to significant economic losses worldwide. To combat this, recent advancements have focused on developing coatings that enhance the properties of metals or maintain their integrity under corrosive conditions. These coatings act as a protective barrier, preventing direct contact between the metal and the corrosive environment. In doing so, they significantly extend the lifespan of metallic components and reduce maintenance costs.
Prof. Dr. Willian Aperador
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- metals
- corrosion
- hard coatings
- physical vapor deposition
- tribometers
- fretting corrosion
- potentiodynamic polarization
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