Papers by Author: K. Ramesh

Abstract: Corrosion protection is one of the important performance properties of organic coatings. In this study, an attempt has been made to develop a high temperature coating. Different compositions of silicone and polyester resins are taken and mixed well with the addition of a hardener. The binder system is applied on the pre-treated cold rolled steel panels. Physical and mechanical properties are evaluated. Thermal resistance of the coating system is done according to specification of ASTM D2485 standards. DSC and TGA analyses are carried out to study the glass transition temperature and temperature dependence of the sample prepared respectively. Corrosion protection ability of the system is evaluated by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and immersion studies. From the thermal studies, the coating containing 40% silicone and 60% polyester has withstood up to 498 K.

Abstract: The corrosion protection property of the coating consisting of acrylic resin mixed with curcumin and dammar was investigated by immersing in 3% NaCl solution using potential - time measurement. The investigation was performed until corrosion occurred at the coating and substrate interface. As the coating degraded the penetration of electrolyte, the potential value of the coated sample decreases to a value of – 0.65 V. In this study the coating with pigment volume concentration of KC30% can withstand against corrosion by 3% NaCl solution.