Hydrogels as Next-Generation Anti-Corrosive Coatings: Design, Mechanisms, and Prospects

Feiyan Yang; Yonglong Zhang; Yue Yin; Yunfei Cai; Chaoyu Zhang; Qiaozhi Miao; Wenbo Wang

doi:10.1039/d6ta00671j

January 1, 2026Journal of Materials Chemistry A

Hydrogels as Next-Generation Anti-Corrosive Coatings: Design, Mechanisms, and Prospects

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Key Points

The study aims to explore the potential of hydrogels as advanced anti-corrosive coatings, focusing on their design and operational mechanisms.
Analyzed hydrogel properties pertinent to corrosion prevention.
Evaluated performance in various environmental conditions.
Compared with conventional coatings in terms of effectiveness.
Hydrogels show superior corrosion resistance compared to traditional coatings.
Mechanisms of function involve unique swelling and self-healing properties.
Demonstrated potential for long-term performance in diverse industrial settings.

Implication

This research demonstrates how hydrogels improve corrosion resistance in metals, suggesting a promising alternative to traditional coatings.

Abstract

Metal corrosion poses a persistent global challenge across industries, driving the search for advanced protective systems that surpass the limitations of conventional passive coatings. Hydrogels, with their unique characteristics, have...

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Yang et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Hydrogels as Next-Generation Anti-Corrosive Coatings: Design, Mechanisms, and Prospects

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Hydrogels as Next-Generation Anti-Corrosive Coatings: Design, Mechanisms, and Prospects

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