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Polymer Coatings: Principles, Methods, and Applications
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Polymer Coatings: Principles, Methods, and Applications

A special issue of Polymers (ISSN 2073-4360). This special issue belongs to the section "Polymer Membranes and Films".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 15 December 2024 | Viewed by 6873

Special Issue Editors

Dr. Yuanzhe Li

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School of Materials Science and Engineering, Nanyang Technological University, 50 Nanyang Avenue, ABN-B1c-19, Singapore 639798, Singapore
Interests: polymer films and coatings; polymer materials; functional composites; environment safety and health technology; sustainability; carbon emission and reduction technology
Dr. Zhe Cui

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School of Materials Science & Engineering, Zhengzhou University, Zhengzhou, China
Interests: high-performance nylon materials; nanocomposites; nanocluster controllable preparation; polyamide materials; superhydrophobic coatings; materials degradation behaviors

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues,

Focusing on a variety of polymer membranes and films, this Special Issue of “Polymer Coatings: Principles, Methods, and Application” may contribute to the collection of various discussions on the preparation, novel techniques, recent developments, and design theories of polymer coatings in order to present the advantages of each function and provide tools for better product performance and properties. We invite you to contribute original research as well review papers, which may include but are not limited to the following topics:

  • Reviews of the advantages and benefits of the properties and applications of novel coating types.
  • Research articles on specific and novel polymer-based coatings, such as nanocomposite, tunable surface wettability, stimuli-responsive, antifouling, antibacterial, self-healing, structural coloring, fire-retardant, anti-icing, etc., coatings.
  • Discussion of recent, as well as advanced, developments in the field, including current and future perspectives.
  • Technological notes and application studies regarding raw material preparation, fabrication methodology, functional enhancement, formulation optimization, and the potential commercialization of polymer coating and films.

We hope this Special Issue will become a research guide for polymer and materials researchers regarding optimizing polymer coating properties and increasing product performance.

Dr. Yuanzhe Li
Dr. Zhe Cui
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • polymer coatings
  • mechanism and principles
  • fabrication methodology
  • functional coatings
  • functional composites
  • application enhancement
  • formulation optimization
  • potential commercialization

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Enhancing Dental Material Performance: Tung Oil-Infused Polyurea Microcapsule Coatings for Self-Healing and Antimicrobial Applications
by Jiaqiao Zhong, Yuxiang Hu, Danqi Wang, Xingxin Zhou, Peiyu Yuan, Bowen Luo and Yuanzhe Li
Polymers 2024, 16(7), 918; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym16070918 - 27 Mar 2024
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Within the realm of dental material innovation, this study pioneers the incorporation of tung oil into polyurea coatings, setting a new precedent for enhancing self-healing functionality and durability. Originating from an ancient practice, tung oil is distinguished by its outstanding water resistance and [...] Read more.
Within the realm of dental material innovation, this study pioneers the incorporation of tung oil into polyurea coatings, setting a new precedent for enhancing self-healing functionality and durability. Originating from an ancient practice, tung oil is distinguished by its outstanding water resistance and microbial barrier efficacy. By synergizing it with polyurea, we developed coatings that unite mechanical strength with biological compatibility. The study notably quantifies self-healing efficiency, highlighting the coatings’ exceptional capacity to mend physical damages and thwart microbial incursions. Findings confirm that tung oil markedly enhances the self-repair capabilities of polyurea, leading to improved wear resistance and the inhibition of microbial growth, particularly against Streptococcus mutans, a principal dental caries pathogen. These advancements not only signify a leap forward in dental material science but also suggest a potential redefinition of dental restorative practices aimed at prolonging the lifespan of restorations and optimizing patient outcomes. Although this study lays a substantial foundation for the utilization of natural oils in the development of medical-grade materials, it also identifies the critical need for comprehensive cytotoxicity assays. Such evaluations are essential to thoroughly assess the biocompatibility and the safety profile of these innovative materials for clinical application. Future research will concentrate on this aspect, ensuring that the safety and efficacy of the materials align with clinical expectations for dental restorations. Full article
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Curing of Poly(styrene-co-methyl methacrylate-co-2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) Terpolymers in the Presence of Amino Compounds of Different Structures
by Tatyana A. Pugacheva, Vladimir G. Kurbatov, Evgeniy V. Vaganov, Georgiy V. Malkov, Ksenya A. Tarusina, Vlada M. Organ, Elena V. Mitrofanova, Alexander E. Tarasov and Elmira R. Badamshina
Polymers 2023, 15(9), 2187; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15092187 - 4 May 2023
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The process of curing the acrylic oligomers for rapid thermal curing coatings in the presence of hexa(methoxymethyl)melamine (HMMM), tetra(butoxymethyl)glycoluril (TBMG), and tetra(methoxymethyl)glycoluril (TMMG) has been studied. When HMMM is used as a hardener, the content of hydroxyl groups in the terpolymer and also [...] Read more.
The process of curing the acrylic oligomers for rapid thermal curing coatings in the presence of hexa(methoxymethyl)melamine (HMMM), tetra(butoxymethyl)glycoluril (TBMG), and tetra(methoxymethyl)glycoluril (TMMG) has been studied. When HMMM is used as a hardener, the content of hydroxyl groups in the terpolymer and also the crosslinking agent concentration have little effect on the initial cure rate. It has been established that during the curing of the TMMG composition, the amount of the network polymer and the initial curing rate decrease at short curing times only. It has also been revealed that the use of butoxy groups instead of methoxy groups as blocking agents leads both to a decrease in the initial cure rate and the gel fraction limiting value from 98 to 80%. When it comes to TBMG-containing compositions, a decrease in the part of hydroxyl groups in the copolymer leads to a significant fall in the initial curing rate and also in the gel fraction content. Regardless of the crosslinking agent used, an acceleration of the curing process is observed with an increase in the catalyst content in the compositions. Full article
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Recent Advances in Monocomponent Visible Light Photoinitiating Systems Based on Sulfonium Salts
by Frédéric Dumur
Polymers 2023, 15(21), 4202; https://doi.org/10.3390/polym15214202 - 24 Oct 2023
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During the last decades, multicomponent photoinitiating systems have been the focus of intense research efforts, especially for the design of visible light photoinitiating systems. Although highly reactive three-component and even four-component photoinitiating systems have been designed, the complexity to elaborate such mixtures has [...] Read more.
During the last decades, multicomponent photoinitiating systems have been the focus of intense research efforts, especially for the design of visible light photoinitiating systems. Although highly reactive three-component and even four-component photoinitiating systems have been designed, the complexity to elaborate such mixtures has incited researchers to design monocomponent Type II photoinitiators. Using this approach, the photosensitizer and the radical/cation generator can be combined within a unique molecule, greatly simplifying the elaboration of the photocurable resins. In this field, sulfonium salts are remarkable photoinitiators but these structures lack absorption in the visible range. Over the years, various structural modifications have been carried out in order to redshift their absorptions in the visible region. In this work, an overview of the different sulfonium salts activable under visible light and reported to date is proposed. Full article
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