Functional Coatings (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9783866308565)

Coatings are mainly applied on surfaces for decorative, protective, or functional purposes, but in most cases it is a combination of these. This book outlines recent developments in the field of functional coatings, with the focus on organic-based materials. Furthermore it highlights the latest developments of the different technologies and novel surface functions that go beyond decoration, corrosion protection and surface protection.