Feature Paper Collection in Surface Characterization, Deposition and Modification
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Prof. Dr. Georgios Skordaris
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Laboratory for Machine Tools and Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Department, Aristotle University of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki, Greece
Interests: coatings for cutting tools and machine elements; FEA modelling; superficial treatments; characterization of coated tool's strength, fatigue and adhesion properties
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Dear Colleagues,
“Surface Characterization, Deposition and Modification” is one of the largest sections of Coatings. Since its inception, numerous papers have been published in this section. The scope of the “Surface Characterization, Deposition and Modification” section comprises various coating deposition processes and surface treatments, as well as microstructural/property characterization and performance studies of the modified or treated surfaces. Both experimental and theoretical studies are covered. Moreover, studies on the development of novel characterization devices that are specifically designed to evaluate the structural properties, amongst others, of modified surfaces are also welcome.
This Special Issue was established to present cutting-edge research findings, innovative approaches, and novel insights that contribute to a significant step forward in the quest for excellence in surface science and engineering.
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Keywords
- coatings
- deposition methods
- surface engineering
- surface characterization
- applications
Published Papers (2 papers)
2024
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Application of Secondary Ion Mass Spectrometry for Analysis of Decorative Coatings on Fancy Goods Accessories
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Tushagu Abudouwufu, Yueqiang Lan, Bin Han, Dejun Fu and Alexander Tolstoguzov
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The results of a secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) study on Ag and ZrN decorative coatings on nickel and white bronze substrates for fancy goods accessories are presented. It was found that for Ag coatings, an intense diffusion of Cr from the adhesion
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The results of a secondary ion mass spectrometry (SIMS) study on Ag and ZrN decorative coatings on nickel and white bronze substrates for fancy goods accessories are presented. It was found that for Ag coatings, an intense diffusion of Cr from the adhesion layer between the coating and the substrate is observed, and corrosion testing in an acetic salt (CH
3COOH+NaCl) atmosphere leads to the almost complete degradation of such coatings. ZrN coatings on white bronze turned out to be the most resistant to Cr diffusion and corrosion processes.
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Insights into the Ligand Effect in β-CD@Fe3O4 Composites to Activate Peroxymonosulfate for Efficient Degradation of Pharmaceutical Contaminants: A Study Employing Density Functional Theory
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Xi Quan, Pengzhao Lv, Linlin Yin, Wei Zuo, Yu Tian and Jun Zhang
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This study presents a detailed investigation into the use of β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) encapsulated iron oxide nanoparticle (β-CD@Fe
3O
4) composites, modified with different ligands, to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) for the degradation of pharmaceutical contaminants, namely, diclofenac, carbamazepine, and erythromycin. The focus
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This study presents a detailed investigation into the use of β-cyclodextrin (β-CD) encapsulated iron oxide nanoparticle (β-CD@Fe
3O
4) composites, modified with different ligands, to activate peroxymonosulfate (PMS) for the degradation of pharmaceutical contaminants, namely, diclofenac, carbamazepine, and erythromycin. The focus is on understanding the ligand effect, particularly using citric acid (CIT), polyethyleneimine (PEI), and cetyl trimethyl ammonium bromide (CTAB), on the degradation performance of these composites. Employing density functional theory (DFT) calculations, this work examines the electronic structure and charge distributions of β-CD@Fe
3O
4 composites, providing insights into their interaction with various pollutants. The study reveals that the β-CD@PEI@Fe
3O
4 composite demonstrates superior degradation efficiency due to optimal electrostatic interactions, regardless of the pollutant’s hydrophobicity. On the other hand, β-CD@CIT@Fe
3O
4 shows moderate efficiency, and β-CD@CTAB@Fe
3O
4 exhibits selective efficiency, particularly for hydrophobic compounds. These findings underscore the significant role of surface chemistry in modulating the activation of PMS and the degradation of contaminants, opening avenues for designing tailored β-CD composites for environmental remediation.
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