Blog tagged as bacteria

Paints and coatings containing bactericidal agent nanoparticles combat marine fouling

Scientists have discovered that tiny vanadium pentoxide nanoparticles can inhibit the growth of barnacles, bacteria, and algae on surfaces in contact with water, such as ship hulls, sea buoys, or offshore platforms. Their experiments showed that steel plates to which a coating containing dispersed v...
24.02.22 10:57 PM - Comment(s)
Ships may soon be able to shed bacteria and marine growth



 

Duke University engineers have developed a material that can be applied like paint to the hull of a ship and will literally be able to dislodge bacteria, keeping it from accumulating on the ship's surface. This buildup on ships increases drag and reduces the energy efficiency of the vessel, as...

15.02.22 11:07 PM - Comment(s)