Wessels W., Nolte U., Berkei M.
BYK Chemie GmbH, DE
Keywords: ceria, coatings, nanotechnology, uv-absorber
Innovative nanomaterials are finding their way into paints, coatings, and plastics applications. Beside improving or modifying the mechanical polymer properties, giving higher scratch resistance for example, nanoscale materials like CeO2 are applied to improve UV stability of paint and coatings. These unique materials offer long-term protection against UV irradiation along with adjustable transparency based on particle size and size distribution. Technologies to stabilize, and if required, functionalize these materials along with application results will be presented.
Journal: TechConnect Briefs
Volume: 3, Nanotechnology 2009: Biofuels, Renewable Energy, Coatings, Fluidics and Compact Modeling
Published: May 3, 2009
Pages: 242 - 243
Industry sector: Advanced Materials & Manufacturing
Topic: Coatings, Surfaces & Membranes
ISBN: 978-1-4398-1784-1