Electrophoretic (EPD) coatings for magnesium alloys

Electrophoretic deposition (EPD) has been investigated extensively as an efficient and straightforward surface coating approach to enhance corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, bioactivity, wear resistance, anti-microbial qualities, and mechanical properties of magnesium (Mg) and its alloys. Here, we provide a comprehensive review of EPD coatings for Mg alloys. Reported works are classified based on the nanopar-ticles used in the suspension, composite coating strategies, combined fabrication approaches, and appli-cation domains. Future scopes of research also presented. (c) 2021 The Korean Society of Industrial and Engineering Chemistry. Published by Elsevier B.V. All rights reserved.

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Electrophoretic deposition (EPD) is extensively studied as an efficient method to enhance the properties of magnesium (Mg) and its alloys, such as corrosion resistance, biocompatibility, bioactivity, wear resistance, antimicrobial qualities, and mechanical properties. A comprehensive review of EPD coatings for Mg alloys is provided, with future research directions also presented.