Mechanical Properties of Protective Coatings against Marine Fouling: A Review
The accumulation of marine organisms on ship hulls, such as microorganisms, barnacles, and seaweeds, represents a global problem for maritime industries, with both economic and environmental costs. The use of biocide-containing paints poses a serious threat to marine ecosystems, affecting both targe...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-01-01
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Series: | Polymers |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2073-4360/13/2/173 |