Innovative Metal Coating Technologies for Enhanced Corrosion Protection: A Comprehensive Review of Advanced Solutions

Abstract

Corrosion remains a major issue in many industries, with metal corrosion jeopardizing both safety and economic sustainability. Advanced metal coating technologies have emerged as crucial solutions, offering superior protection and service life to traditional coatings. This paper presents a thorough overview of major advanced coating technologies, including thermal spray coatings, electroless plating, nanocomposite coatings, ceramic coatings, and self-healing coatings. Each of these technologies offers various benefits, such as enhanced corrosion resistance, increased durability, and environmental sustainability. However, challenges such as high production costs, complex application processes, and the need for additional testing in various environments persist. The paper also looks at the potential for innovation in areas like scaling up self-healing coatings and improving environmentally friendly alternatives. This analysis underlines the necessity of continued research and development in improving corrosion protection and guaranteeing the long- term viability of contemporary infrastructure by addressing both current constraints and potential opportunities.