CoatTech Research Group

Advanced Coatings for Extreme Environments

Pioneering thin-film synthesis and microstructural characterization for materials operating in severe conditions, from high-temperature oxidation to aggressive corrosion.

Fundamental Research

Suppressing Degradation in Aggressive Atmospheres

Our research investigates the complex processing-structure-property relationships governing thin-film performance. We precisely engineer multi-component nitride and oxide coatings for extreme thermodynamic stability.

Through advanced interface engineering, we optimize residual stress and adhesion, critical for long-term interfacial stability and preventing high-temperature oxidation.

Validation & Characterization

Rigorous Performance Under Severe Conditions

Thermal Stability

Oxidation Kinetics

Advanced thermo-gravimetric analysis (TGA) quantifies high-temperature oxidation rates, informing material selection for severe environment protection.

Mechanical Durability

High-Temperature Tribology

Specialized tribometers simulate wear and friction at elevated temperatures, critical for understanding coating behavior in extreme service environments.

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