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    Application of Conversion Coatings on Aluminum Matrix Composites for Corrosion Protection
    (Portugaliae Electrochimica Acta, 2025-02-02) Peter Pelumi Ikubanni; Makanjuola Oki; Adekunle Akanni Adeleke; T. A. Orhadahwe; A. A. Samuel; J. A. Okolie; P. O. Omoniyi; T. C. Jen
    Accelerated corrosion is closely associated with the inclusion of secondary reinforcement particulates in metal matrices, where they are usually present as cathodic sites. This hinders full utilization of composite products for engineering applications. In this study, chemical CC were used to improve MMC corrosion in atmospheric and simulated seawater environments. Comparison between CCC and PPCC performance was done to find a substitute for the former, which contains carcinogenic Cr VI ions. Japanese industrial testing method was used to determine the composite LC/CC samples adhesion characteristics, after a series of exposure regimens. CCC specimens displayed marginal corrosion resistance superiority over their PPCC counterparts. There was little to no pits on the CC substrate compared to the non-coated samples. The CC applied on the substrates prevented the coating delamination. The lacquer remained unpeeled on the substrate, during Japanese industrial testing. This indicates reduced corrosion activities on the substrates.