In a world where quality and durability are paramount, selecting the right finish for an aluminium surface is more than a mere aesthetic choice. This article aims to clear the fog by providing a ...

An engine block full of carbon build-up being hoisted out of a car with an engine hoist - Mikhail Davidovich/Getty Images One of the most effective ways to modify a car is changing its color, and we ...

Rapid laser arc deposition method for depositing carbon and tantalum-carbon films creates near-diamond hard, high-thickness coatings that are claimed to have the potential to save billions of litres ...

You've finally decided to spruce up that dull-looking engine bay, but you're caught up in the dilemma of deciding whether or not you want to paint or powder coat those metal engine parts. Before you ...

Almost thirty years ago, my initial exposure to aerospace coatings in racing was in the application of an aluminum oxide plasma spray applied to clutch friction surfaces. The results were so ...

Researchers at South Ural State University have developed an innovative thermal barrier coating by combining glass with an aluminium alloy, offering a new solution for protecting engine components ...

The authors experiment with a resonant acoustic mixer as a method for dry powder coating. Efficient handling and transport of fine-particle powders can be difficult because of the highly cohesive ...

Older cars frequently had colorful components under the hood, including more than a few brightly colored engine blocks. Can you still powder coat one today?