Structural elucidation of a novel dual-substituted thiosemicarbazone scaffold as an efficient copper corrosion inhibitor: Insights from RSM, XPS,and DFT–Fukui analyses

Key Points

• Thiosemicarbazone scaffold significantly reduces copper corrosion rates, enhancing durability.
• Key insights from RSM (response surface methodology) indicate optimal conditions for inhibition are achievable.
• Utilizing DFT and Fukui analyses provides molecular insights into the corrosion inhibition mechanisms.
• Implications of these findings underscore the potential for practical applications in corrosion-resistant materials.