Transactions of the Institute of Metal Finishing

Papers
(The median citation count of Transactions of the Institute of Metal Finishing is 0. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2021-05-01 to 2025-05-01.)
ArticleCitations
Effect of etching conditions on electroless Ni-P plating of 3D printed polylactic acid54
Some structural aspects and future challenges for the global surface finishing industry35
15th EDNANO (International Workshop on Electrodeposited Nanostructures) integrating EAST Forum 202321
Tribological performance of thermally sprayed NiWCrBSi alloy coating by two different oxyacetylene flame stoichiometries18
Effect of sodium dodecyl sulphate on Cu electrodeposition: interaction with hydrophobic substrate and Cu ions13
Editorial13
Subject Index13
Manufacture of AZ91 Mg alloy with a superhydrophobic surface using a combination of electrodeposition and chemical dealloying11
Electroless copper plating of dielectrics from environmentally friendly reducer-free electrolyte8
Corrosion inhibition of galvanised steel in a neutral model environment by phosphorus-containing molybdate and chromite conversion films8
Dr David Arrowsmith FIMF7
Influence of deposition time and applied voltage on the properties of electrophoretically deposited nickel oxide colloidal nanoparticles thin film7
Characterisation and wear behaviour of SiC reinforced FeNiCrMo composite coating by HVOF process7
Electrodeposition of Bi 2 Te 3 and Bi 2 Te 3 /reduced GO thi7
Pulsed electrochemical deposition of calcium phosphate coatings for biomedical applications7
Synergistic effect of L-cysteine and iodide ions during electrodeposition of nanocrystalline nickel from a Watts bath6
Effect of silicon content on microstructure and mechanical properties of AlSi alloy coating obtained by physical vapour deposition6
High temperature erosive behaviour of plasma sprayed NiCrAlY/B4C/Cenosphere coating on MDN 321 turbine steel6
Electrodeposition of Ni–Sn alloy from ethylene glycol electrolyte. Part 1. Cathodic reactions6
Simulation research on the laser electrochemical compound deposition process based on electric coupling with temperature and flow field6
Report of the IMF President to the AGM, November 20236
A novel reflective material coated polyurethane resin-based porous composite paving material for mitigating urban heat island effect5
Enhanced photocatalytic activity of TiO2 nanostructures produced by anodic oxidation of pre-deformed Cp–Ti5
Enhancing copper plating quality: the role of organic acids in electroless processes5
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2021, volume 99 Author Index5
14th EDNANO (International Workshop on Electrodeposited Nanostructures) integrating 10th European Pulse Plating Seminar and EAST Forum5
International Union for Surface Finishing – Interfinish 20204
Investigation of cooling hole blockage in the plasma spraying of thermal barrier coatings on super-alloy4
Designing effective plating baths for use in the pulse-reverse plating of copper nanocomposite coatings4
Development of electroless NiSnP plating with excellent bath stability using nickel hydroxide4
Improving wear and corrosion protection of AISI 304 stainless steel by Al2O3-TiO2 hybrid coating via sol-gel process4
Producing a thin coloured film on stainless steels – a review. Part 1: electrochemical processes4
Preparation of Cu/ZrW2O8 structures by chemical deposition from formaldehyde-free solution4
Effect of surface finish on the colour anodising of Ti-6Al-4V at various voltages4
Hydroxyapatite nanoparticles coating on Ti-6Al-4V substrate using plasma spray method3
Study on pin temperature and wear behaviour of plasma sprayed Ni-Cr coatings with nano Al 2 O 3 particle3
Corrosion protection behaviour of electrogalvanised steel sheet by tetravalent vanadium ion3
A comprehensive review of vapour deposited coatings for cutting tools: properties and recent advances3
Optimisation of a Ce–Mn co-doped SnO2–Sb anode based on a nanotubular TiO2 array for electrochemical decolourisation of wastewater3
Kinetic study of boron diffusion in a γ-TiAl intermetallic alloy using the pack-boronising method3
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2022, volume 100Author Index3
Biofilms formed on metallic materials by E. coli and S. epidermidis and their evaluation by crystal violet staining and its reflection3
Influence of picoseconds laser irradiation on the properties of black chromium obtained in a trivalent chromium bath3
Subject Index2
Editorial2
Electro-codeposited γ-Zn-Ni/Gr composite coatings: Effect of graphene concentrations in the electrolyte bath on tribo-mechanical, anti-corrosion and anti-bacterial properties2
Structural and morphological characteristics of nanocrystalline palladium deposits prepared from ammonia complex by electrodeposition technique2
Mathematical modelling of sound transmission loss (STL) in metallic and graphite based coatings2
A Taguchi approach to synthesise Al/Fe core–shell composite powders through electroless deposition2
Multi-scan cyclic voltammetry to roughen the surface of copper foil for application in copper-clad laminates2
Janus particles: features, synthesis and potential uses, including surface functionalisation2
Arne Tiselius (1902–1971), a pioneer in electrophoresis, leading to our better understanding of electrohydrodynamics2
15th International Workshop On Electrodeposited Nanostructures2
Editorial2
Effect of nitriding nitrogen pressure on the structural, morphological, mechanical and tribological properties of plasma nitrided hard chromium electroplated layer2
Effect on wear properties of coating the surface of 904L super austenitic stainless steel by APS with white/grey Al2O32
Antibacterial activity and biocompatibility of Ag-coated Ti implants: importance of surface modification parameters2
ReGaIL acknowledged by the SEA2
Research into sustainable surface finishing at the University of Leicester2
Effect of additives on the microstructure and properties of pulsed electrodeposited copper foils2
Prof. Samuel James Harris (8 January 1936–18 January 2023)1
Anticorrosive chromium free primers for aluminium alloys: application in the aerospace industry1
Machine learning prediction of microhardness and corrosion current density of Ni-Co alloys produced by scanning jet electrodeposition1
Electrochemical characteristics and damage behaviour of DLC-coated 316L stainless steel for metallic bipolar plates of PEMFCs1
A review of reverse pulse plating techniques in the electrodeposition of magnetic alloys – Part 11
Electrochemical double-pulse technique to modulate the roughened surface of copper foil for copper-clad laminates1
Production of superhydrophobic surfaces on hydrophilic AA 6063 aluminium alloy and optimisation using a Taguchi design approach1
Co-deposited CuNi@MWCNTs nanocomposites for structural applications: tribo-mechanical and anti-corrosion performances1
Dr Tony Hart BSc DTech FIMF (21st March 1942–12th April 2022)1
Characteristics and corrosion resistance of hard-anodised 6061-T6 aluminium alloy1
A study on the repeatability of electroformed electrochemical gas driven micro-pump, using the surface roughness of cathode electrodes1
Editorial1
Growth of seed layer-free vertically aligned boron nitride films on glass by low-temperature hydrothermal method: effect of surface treatments1
Corrosion protection of electrogalvanised steel by application of non-conducting polyaniline-silica particles1
Editorial1
Cavitation erosion characteristics of hard chromium plated diesel engine cylinder liner1
Determination of antibacterial performance of boric acid ester in the paint industry1
The effect of plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings from aluminate electrolyte processing systems on the fretting wear performance of TC4 alloy1
Synthesis and characterisation of self-lubricating tungsten nitride thin films as protective machine tool coatings1
High entropy alloy (HEA) electrodeposits: importance, properties and uses1
Editorial1
Annual Contents 20221
Is our industry up to speed with new technology?1
Barrel electroplating of Zn-Ni alloy coatings from a modified deep eutectic solvent1
Electrochemical methods of nanostructure preparation1
Sustainable approach to electroless copper plating process1
Influence of microstructure and surface topography on material removal by the Hirtisation® process1
Surface morphology of silver thin films exposed to water vapour and/or oxygen in vacuum1
Producing a thin coloured film on stainless steels – a review. Part 2: non-electrochemical and laser processes1
Geometrical model for electrodeposition thickness distribution1
Report of the President to the AGM, held at New Exeter House, 8th December 20220
The characterisation of passivation and colouring of Zn-Ni electroplated 2024 aluminium alloy in the presence of Cu +0
Self-healing properties of microencapsulated linseed oil-poly(urea formaldehyde) additives embedded polyester coating on Galvalume steel sheet0
Investigation of Al-doped CuO thin film deposition by the thermionic vacuum arc technique0
Adhesion strength of electrodeposited Ni, Zn, and Fe coatings with copper substrates0
Nucleation and growth mechanism during electrodeposition of HAp-based coatings0
Annual Contents0
Editorial0
Comparative study on machining performance of TiAlSiN, AlTiN/TiAlSiN-coated cutting tools0
Study of a system for creating a statistical model of the electroless plating of Cu-Ni-P alloys0
11th European Pulse Plating Seminar/EAST Forum 2024, Vienna0
Microstructural evolution and corrosion properties of Fe-based amorphous coating by laser cladding on 316L stainless steel0
The effect of positive and reverse current cycles on the wettability, morphology, and corrosion behaviour of electrodeposited nickel matrix layer0
Effect of hydrogen embrittlement on the tribo-mechanical properties of TiN coated aluminium alloys0
2022 awards0
Electroless metallisation of ABS polymer samples produced by different technologies0
Impact of the phosphorus concentration on the morphological and corrosion behaviour of Ni-P, Co-P and Co-Ni-P electrodeposits0
Effect of V 2 O 7 4− anion intercalation on the microstructure and corrosion resistance of MgAl Layered Dou0
Subject Index0
Surface modification of ABS polymer by electroless deposition of thin nickel film from a solution without reducing agent0
Recent advances and challenges associated with thin film coatings of cutting tools: a critical review0
Selection of a suitable environmentally friendly (non-toxic) etching solution in the electroless metallisation of ABS polymers0
IMF and Industry News0
EDNANO-16 Workshop0
Tribological behaviour of HVOF-sprayed Ni-based self-lubricating composite coatings0
Interfinish 2024: 21st World Congress of the IUSF0
The effects of current density on the properties of HAp-Nb 2 O 5 films electrodeposited by pulsed current0
Evaluation of metallic structures and material properties of thermal sprayed coatings using stainless-steel wires0
Modelling the electroforming process: significance and challenges0
Study of mechanical properties and biocompatibility of tantalum-containing coatings on NiTi orthodontic archwires0
Effect of surface microporous copper coatings on corrosion properties of graphene-reinforced aluminium matrix composites0
Industry News0
Pyrimidine derivative-based cyanide-free silver electroplating bath0
Corrosion - theory and practice0
2022 Prize and grants from European Academy of Surface Technology0
Anodising of aluminium in formate solutions with formation of porous alumina arrays0
Annual Contents 20230
Sol–gel derived highly hydrophobic Polystyrene/SiO2spray coatings on polished stainless steel and textured aluminium substrates0
The growth and corrosion resistance of MgAl layered double hydroxide films on the surface of LA43M Mg-Li alloy0
Editorial0
Biographical note on H.C. Hamaker 1905–19930
Ultra-low Pt loading catalyst on (Nb–Ti)2AlC support as advanced material for low-temperature fuel cell application0
Dr JPG Farr FIMF (1931–2023)0
Nanoporous anodic alumina layers obtained from novel deep eutectic solvent formulations0
Report of the President to the AGM, November 20240
Electrochemical deposition of coloured Ni/Cu 2 O bilayer films on large area plastic substrates for decorative applications0
Development of anti-corrosion properties using ternary electrodeposited Zn–Ni–Co alloys from acidic electrolyte for automobile applications0
International Process Metallurgy Symposium (IPMS) 20210
Prizes and grants from European Academy of Surface Technology0
Plasma etching for carbon materials by inward RF plasma apparatus0
Effect of bath temperature on electroplating of nickel on a copper substrate0
IMF News0
Investigation on the effect of nickel and nickel-chromium alloy pulse current plating on copper substrate0
Dr. Joe Edwards FIMF (1925–2021)0
Surface composition and depth profile analysis of sulphate and chloride-based trivalent chromium electrodeposits using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy0
Transactions of the institute of materials finishing 2023, volume 101Author Index0
Pulse electrodeposition of aluminium coatings from molten salt bath; effect of processing parameters on the coatings’ corrosion and wear behaviour0
Electrodeposition of Ni–Sn alloy from ethylene glycol electrolyte. Part 2. Reactions in the bulk electrolyte0
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2024, volume 102Author Index0
A simple one-step method to synthesise CuO films having different morphologies for flexible supercapacitor electrodes0
Novel silver-enhanced hard gold electrodeposit applied for electrical contacts: comparison with conventional gold–cobalt alloy0
Typical metal implant materials and the application of laser cladding in their surface modification0
Study of biocompatibility in ceramic coating doped with NaF on Ti-3Zr-2Sn-3Mo-25Nb by micro-arc oxidation0
CF Ipal – a case study of the chrome-free drop in replacement for IP1041 hexavalent chrome coating0
Corrosion behaviour of Zn-Co alloy and multilayered metallic coatings: a comparative insight0
Annual contents0
Sn-Cu intermetallic compound laminated film with excellent friction coefficient, contact resistance, and solder wettability0
Considerations for digitalisation of nickel electroforming0
Surface characteristics of plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings on Cp-Ti and hot-dip aluminised Cp-Ti0
Effects of PVD deposition method on electrochemical properties and interfacial contact resistance of CrN coated titanium as PEMFC bipolar plate0
The Schwäbisch Gmünd Prize for Young Scientists 20230
New key persons when research institute on precious metals turns 100 years old0
Slurry erosion behaviour of AlCoCrFeNi high entropy alloy coating prepared by atmospheric plasma spraying0
Environmental and legislative impacts on anti-corrosion primers and paints: the use of anti-corrosive primers and coatings in aerospace applications0
TiSZ-reinforced hydroxyapatite coatings on magnesium substrate with titanium interlayer0
Industry News0
In-situ growth process and corrosion resistance of steam coatings on the surface of LA103Z Mg-Li alloy0
IMF News0
Estimation of indenter depth during frictional treatment of nickel-based coatings using optical profilometry0
Influence of processing parameters on final characteristics of Ni-P-MWCNT coatings produced by pulsed electrodeposition0
The continued development of multilayered and compositionally modulated electrodeposits0
A review of reverse pulse plating techniques in the electrodeposition of magnetic alloys – Part 20
A novel strategy for designable alloy coatings in electroless plating0
Tribological study on cast iron based, graphite and CNT enriched hybrid HVOF coating from room temperature to 300°C0
Mechanical and tribological response of thin polymer coating filled with graphite powder and deposited on polymer substrate0
Prize giving and annual meeting 2021 of the European Academy of Surface Technology0
Dr Lars Pleth Nielsen (December 1968 - 23 May 2024)0
Thermal barrier coatings: state-of-art developments and challenges – a mini review0
Professor Tohru Watanabe (1941–2024)0
Improved performance of electrodes for alkaline electrolysis0
Subject Index0
Modification of the surface of ABS polymer by swelling operation and its influence on some properties of electroless deposited metal coatings0
Editorial0
Hollow nanospheres and monatomic amorphous metals (MAMs): the scope for electrochemical synthesis and processing0
IMF Fellow Prof. Hideyuki Kanematsu is awarded Fellowship of ASM International0
Electrochemical deposition of a biofunctionalised silver and strontium substituted hydroxyapatite nanocomposite coating on a β-type titanium alloy0
2022 – The centenary volume for Transactions0
Interfinish2020, 20th World Congress0
Characterisation, hardness and corrosion behaviour of electrodeposited ZnFe and ZnFe/BN composite coatings0
Impact of laser surface texturing (LST) on the tribological characteristics of piston rings and cylinder liners – a review. Part 2: application of the process0
Effect of incorporation of graphite nanoparticles on wear characteristics of Mg-WC nano-composites in dry sliding condition0
Impact of laser surface texturing (LST) on the tribological characteristics of piston rings and cylinder liners – a review. Part 1: development of LST technology0
Microstructures and corrosion resistance of conversion film-electroless Ni-W-P ternary coatings on AZ91D magnesium alloy0
Hydroxyapatite formation of Ca and P modified micro-arc oxidation coating on Ti alloy0
Electrochemical machining post-processing of additively manufactured nickel-based superalloys via laser directed energy deposition0
Editorial0
Thermal oxidation of Ni – 40 wt.% W and Ni – 50 wt.% W coated copper0
Influence of the applied external magnetic field on surface area and catalytic activity of electrodeposited Cu-Fe alloys0
IMF qualification modules0
Sustainable cleaning solutions for improved profitability and reduced CO2 footprint0
Effects of 2-aminothiazoline and benzotriazole on copper foil etching0
Comparing brightness of nanocrystalline nickel coating with traditional bright nickel coating and investigation of stereochemistry of brightener molecules0
Preparation of nanoporous copper foil by chemical dealloying from electro-deposited CuZn alloy0
Zn–Cr pulse plated alloy coatings for corrosion protection0
Optimisation and analysis of jet impingement erosion behaviour of composite titanium based electroless nickel ENi-P coated naval steel (AH36)0
High temperature erosion performance of NiCrAlY/Cr2O3/YSZ plasma spray coatings0
Effects of NaH 2 PO 2 concentration and deposition potential on microstructural characteristics and corrosion properties of electr0
Interface analysis and properties of Al–Fe alloy aluminising coating on S50C steel0
Biomedical applications of polymer and ceramic coatings: a review of recent developments0
Anne Chapman FIMF (1931–2023)0
Effects of microstructure and nanohardness of 8Cr4Mo4V steel under high-dose-rate N-PIII0
Enhancing NiCoB alloy coatings with hBN nanoparticles: exploring structural, mechanical, and corrosion improvements through pulse electrodeposition0
Study of preparation and performance rGO improved Ni-P-PTFE composite coatings0
How to create a Ni-free corrosion protecting deposit on basis of ZnFe-X0
Growth process and mechanism of hot-dip galvanised Zn–5Al coating on steel0
Development of an environmentally friendly pre-treatment for electroless metallisation of glasses0
Nickel-coated 3D-printed titanium electrodes for electrochemical flow reactors0
Characterisation of zinc phosphate coating deposited on carbon steel wire rod using an accelerator-side and iron-side phosphating solution0
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