Electrodeposition of metals from non-aqueous solutions

Electrodeposition of metals from non-aqueous solutions is reviewed. Attention is paid mainly to surface morphology of deposits and their adhesion. The major reasons for carrying out electrodeposition in non-aqueous electrolytes (such as conventional organic solvents, ionic liquids and molten salts) are the water and air stability and the wide electrochemical window of these media. The following metals have been electrodeposited and investigated for the last 15 years: aluminum, zinc, silver, palladium, tantalum, zirconium, gadolinium, plutonium, nickel. cobalt, and other alloys. (C) 2009 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.