Smart coatings — those that change and adapt based on their environment — have a variety of applications in the coatings industry.
Smart coatings examples
- Photochromic eyeglass lenses that darken in response to sunlight
- Hydrophobic coatings that repel water similar to the surface of the lotus leaf
- Hydrophilic below-waterline marine coatings with cellulosic materials that slough off over time and reduce biofouling adherence
To help you getting started in smart coating formulations, we gathered a glossary of some core concepts and terms here.
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I’ve always wondered what kinds of coatings are used for big industrial equipment. It’s interesting that there are kinds of coatings that can be used that can repair small issues in themselves! That seems like a great thing to use for industrial purposes.