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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 2020-04-01 to 2024-04-01.)

Article	Citations
Alternative tribological coatings to electrodeposited hard chromium: a critical review	38
Towards improved electroplating of metal-particle composite coatings	38
Modelling and optimisation of magnetic abrasive finishing process based on a non-orthogonal array with ANN-GA approach	31
Characterisation and wear behaviour of SiC reinforced FeNiCrMo composite coating by HVOF process	29
Electrodeposition of Ni-P/Ni-Co-Al₂O₃ duplex nanocomposite coatings: towards improved mechanical and corrosion properties	23
High temperature erosion performance of NiCrAlY/Cr₂O₃/YSZ plasma spray coatings	23
The advantage of ultrasound during electrodeposition on morphology and corrosion stability of Zn-Co alloy coatings	22
A facile and cost-effective practical approach to develop clinical applications of NiTi: Fenton oxidation process	22
Removal and repair techniques for thermal barrier coatings: a review	21
Development of Al₂O₃-SiO₂ based magnetic abrasive by sintering method and its performance on Ti-6Al-4V during magnetic abrasive finishing	20
Biomedical applications of polymer and ceramic coatings: a review of recent developments	14
The prediction of the ZnNi thickness and Ni % of ZnNi alloy electroplating using a machine learning method	13
Electro-codeposition and properties of Cu–Ni-MWCNTs composite coatings	12
Antibacterial activity and biocompatibility of Ag-coated Ti implants: importance of surface modification parameters	10
A comprehensive review of vapour deposited coatings for cutting tools: properties and recent advances	10
Optimisation of process parameters and characterisation of composite ceramic coating with NaF additive on Ti-3Zr-2Sn-3Mo-25Nb by micro-arc oxidation	10
Enhancing wear resistance of AISI 304 alloy with shot peening and investigation of corrosion behaviour in marine water	9
Superhydrophobic properties of aluminium produced by surface abrasive blasting, anodic oxidation and fatty acid impregnation	8
Comparative study of different surface treatments applied to Ti6Al4V parts produced by Selective Laser Melting	8
Effect of tantalum film on corrosion behaviour of AA6061 aluminium alloy in hydrochloric acid- and chloride-containing solutions	8
Industrial lubricant removal using an ultrasonically activated water stream, with potential application for Coronavirus decontamination and infection prevention for SARS-CoV-2	7
Impact of laser surface texturing (LST) on the tribological characteristics of piston rings and cylinder liners – a review. Part 1: development of LST technology	7
Microstructures and corrosion resistance of conversion film-electroless Ni-W-P ternary coatings on AZ91D magnesium alloy	6
Modelling and optimisation of hardness in citrate stabilised electroless nickel boron (ENi-B) coatings using back propagation neural network – Box Behnken design and simulated annealing – genetic algo	6
Comparison of effects of simulated electric field interference and presence of a barrier in the nickel electroplating process to experimental data	6

Preparation, characterisation and electrochemical study of crack-free nanocrystalline electrodeposited Co-W alloy coating of high hardness	6
Influence of tool traverse speed on microstructure and mechanical properties of CuNi/B₄C surface composites	6
Improving wear and corrosion protection of AISI 304 stainless steel by Al₂O₃-TiO₂ hybrid coating via sol-gel process	6
Study of biocompatibility in ceramic coating doped with NaF on Ti-3Zr-2Sn-3Mo-25Nb by micro-arc oxidation	6
Electrostatic powder coating process optimisation by implementing design of experiments	6
Electrodeposition: three steps towards sustainability	5
Recent progress on the surface finishing of metals and alloys to achieve superhydrophobic surfaces: a critical review	5
Recent advances and challenges associated with thin film coatings of cutting tools: a critical review	5
Electroless metallisation of ABS polymer samples produced by different technologies	5
Electrodeposition of Ni–Sn alloy from ethylene glycol electrolyte. Part 1. Cathodic reactions	4
Electro-codeposited γ-Zn-Ni/Gr composite coatings: Effect of graphene concentrations in the electrolyte bath on tribo-mechanical, anti-corrosion and anti-bacterial properties	4
Tribological performance of thermally sprayed NiWCrBSi alloy coating by two different oxyacetylene flame stoichiometries	4
A Taguchi approach to synthesise Al/Fe core–shell composite powders through electroless deposition	4
Influence of deposition time and applied voltage on the properties of electrophoretically deposited nickel oxide colloidal nanoparticles thin film	4
The usefulness and application of fuzzy logic and fuzzy AHP in the materials finishing industry	4
Characterisation, hardness and corrosion behaviour of electrodeposited ZnFe and ZnFe/BN composite coatings	4
Co-deposited Zn-Cu/Gr nanocomposite: Corrosion behaviour and in-vitro cytotoxicity assessment	3
Has the surface finishing industry reached a Trillion Dollar value globally?	3
A new approach to design of anti-corrosive three layers self-stratifying coatings	3
Effect of sodium dodecyl sulphate on Cu electrodeposition: interaction with hydrophobic substrate and Cu ions	3
Preparation of Cu/ZrW₂O₈ structures by chemical deposition from formaldehyde-free solution	3
Morphology and composition of Zn–Ni alloy obtained from sulphate bath containing complexing agent	3
Improvement of microstructural and tribological properties of APS carbide coatings via PTA surface melting	3
Simulation research on the laser electrochemical compound deposition process based on electric coupling with temperature and flow field	3
Improved performance of electrodes for alkaline electrolysis	3
Electroless copper plating of dielectrics from environmentally friendly reducer-free electrolyte	3
Investigation of Al-doped CuO thin film deposition by the thermionic vacuum arc technique	3
Barrel electroplating of Zn-Ni alloy coatings from a modified deep eutectic solvent	3
Pyrimidine derivative-based cyanide-free silver electroplating bath	3
Nickel-coated 3D-printed titanium electrodes for electrochemical flow reactors	3
Impact of laser surface texturing (LST) on the tribological characteristics of piston rings and cylinder liners – a review. Part 2: application of the process	3
Study of the effect of pulse plating parameters on the electrodeposition of NiP and NiP/SiC coatings and their microhardness values	3
Producing a thin coloured film on stainless steels – a review. Part 2: non-electrochemical and laser processes	3
Electrocatalytic properties of pulse plated Ni-W alloy coatings in alkaline electrolytes	3
The continued development of multilayered and compositionally modulated electrodeposits	3
Growth characterisation of TiAl₃during initial period of hot dip aluminising on Ti6Al4V	3
Tribological properties of plasma sprayed zircon-alumina powder mixture with and without laser re-melting	2
Preparation and properties of FHA coatings on micro-arc oxidised AZ91D magnesium alloy with different deposition times	2
Nanoporous anodic alumina layers obtained from novel deep eutectic solvent formulations	2
Modelling the electroforming process: significance and challenges	2
Anodising of aluminium in formate solutions with formation of porous alumina arrays	2
Pulsed electrochemical deposition of calcium phosphate coatings for biomedical applications	2
Tribological behaviour of the hardfacing alloys utilised to fabricate the wear parts of an excavator bucket	2
Co-deposited CuNi@MWCNTs nanocomposites for structural applications: tribo-mechanical and anti-corrosion performances	2
Mathematical modelling of sound transmission loss performances of different coloured surfaces coated with polyurethane-based paint	2
Designing effective plating baths for use in the pulse-reverse plating of copper nanocomposite coatings	2
Optimisation of PEO layers with incorporated nanoparticles	2
High temperature erosive behaviour of plasma sprayed NiCrAlY/B₄C/Cenosphere coating on MDN 321 turbine steel	2
Development of anti-corrosion properties using ternary electrodeposited Zn–Ni–Co alloys from acidic electrolyte for automobile applications	2
Hydroxyapatite formation of Ca and P modified micro-arc oxidation coating on Ti alloy	2

Hydroxyapatite nanoparticles coating on Ti-6Al-4V substrate using plasma spray method	2
Biofilms formed on metallic materials by E. coli and S. epidermidis and their evaluation by crystal violet staining and its reflection	2
Investigation of cooling hole blockage in the plasma spraying of thermal barrier coatings on super-alloy	2
A novel strategy for designable alloy coatings in electroless plating	2
Electrochemical double-pulse technique to modulate the roughened surface of copper foil for copper-clad laminates	2
Preparation and electrochemical properties of a polyN,N’-methylene diacrylamide-based cross-linking copolymer film on 6063 Al alloy	2
Effects of microstructure and nanohardness of 8Cr4Mo4V steel under high-dose-rate N-PIII	2
From research to engagement to translation: words are cheap. Part 1 – research funding and its consequences	2
Corrosion behaviour of Zn-Co alloy and multilayered metallic coatings: a comparative insight	2
Effect of incorporation of graphite nanoparticles on wear characteristics of Mg-WC nano-composites in dry sliding condition	2
Bioactive multifunctional hopeite coatings on new generation SS254 steel by laser rapid manufacturing for bone implant applications	2
A novel Cr–CeO₂/La₂O₃nanocomposite electrodeposited in sulphate Cr(III) bath	1
Surface characteristics of plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings on Cp-Ti and hot-dip aluminised Cp-Ti	1
Effect of etching conditions on electroless Ni-P plating of 3D printed polylactic acid	1
Prizes and grants from European Academy of Surface Technology	1
Pulse electrodeposition of aluminium coatings from molten salt bath; effect of processing parameters on the coatings’ corrosion and wear behaviour	1
2022 Prize and grants from European Academy of Surface Technology	1
Effects of PVD deposition method on electrochemical properties and interfacial contact resistance of CrN coated titanium as PEMFC bipolar plate	1
Microstructural evolution and corrosion properties of Fe-based amorphous coating by laser cladding on 316L stainless steel	1
Investigation on the effect of nickel and nickel-chromium alloy pulse current plating on copper substrate	1
Study of a system for creating a statistical model of the electroless plating of Cu-Ni-P alloys	1
Review of the 9th European Pulse Plating Seminar and EAST Forum 2020	1
Slurry erosion behaviour of AlCoCrFeNi high entropy alloy coating prepared by atmospheric plasma spraying	1
Sn-Cu intermetallic compound laminated film with excellent friction coefficient, contact resistance, and solder wettability	1
Modification of the surface of ABS polymer by swelling operation and its influence on some properties of electroless deposited metal coatings	1
Global competitiveness of European surface technology. Part 1: competitiveness and the relationship between European manufacturing and surface finishing sectors	1
Study on the surface morphology and corrosion rates of electroplated coatings based on binary alloys of refractory metals after accelerated acid tests	1
Cu metallisation on glass substrate with through glass via using wet plating process	1
Prize giving and annual meeting 2021 of the European Academy of Surface Technology	1
Effects of halide stripping with ferric ions and hydrogen peroxide oxidants for 18K gold alloys	1
Water-repellency and surface roughness with the structures of double layers using electroplated nickel deposit from a chloride bath	1
Thermal barrier coatings: state-of-art developments and challenges – a mini review	1
Preparation of nanoporous copper foil by chemical dealloying from electro-deposited CuZn alloy	1
Novel silver-enhanced hard gold electrodeposit applied for electrical contacts: comparison with conventional gold–cobalt alloy	1
Stanislas Sorel and the origins of cold galvanising	1
How to create a Ni-free corrosion protecting deposit on basis of ZnFe-X	1
Unconventional pulse plating parameters for surface area measurement applications	1
Tribological study on cast iron based, graphite and CNT enriched hybrid HVOF coating from room temperature to 300°C	1
Mathematical modelling of sound transmission loss (STL) in metallic and graphite based coatings	1
The Schwäbisch Gmünd Prize for Young Scientists 2023	1
From research to engagement to translation: words are cheap. Part 2 – a case study	1
Study on pin temperature and wear behaviour of plasma sprayed Ni-Cr coatings with nano Al ₂ O ₃ particle	0
The Faraday challenge – opportunities for automotive battery technologies	0
Optimisation and analysis of jet impingement erosion behaviour of composite titanium based electroless nickel ENi-P coated naval steel (AH36)	0
Surface morphology of silver thin films exposed to water vapour and/or oxygen in vacuum	0
Industry News	0
Editorial	0
Evaluation of metallic structures and material properties of thermal sprayed coatings using stainless-steel wires	0
Comparative study on machining performance of TiAlSiN, AlTiN/TiAlSiN-coated cutting tools	0
Effects of NaH ₂ PO ₂ concentration and deposition potential on microstructural characteristics and corrosion properties of electr	0
Industry News	0
Corrosion - theory and practice	0
Anne Chapman FIMF (1931–2023)	0
Research into sustainable surface finishing at the University of Leicester	0
Mechanical and tribological response of thin polymer coating filled with graphite powder and deposited on polymer substrate	0
Clive Maxwell Whittington FIMF 1938–2020	0
International Union for Surface Finishing – Interfinish 2021	0
Self-healing properties of microencapsulated linseed oil-poly(urea formaldehyde) additives embedded polyester coating on Galvalume steel sheet	0
Synthesis and characterisation of self-lubricating tungsten nitride thin films as protective machine tool coatings	0
UK Team to be world leaders in studying the recovery of gallium from WEEE	0
Interface analysis and properties of Al–Fe alloy aluminising coating on S50C steel	0
Editorial	0
Characteristics and corrosion resistance of hard-anodised 6061-T6 aluminium alloy	0
71st Annual Meeting of the International Society of Electrochemistry, Belgrade Online 2020 – a great contribution from EAST European board members	0
Electrochemical deposition of a biofunctionalised silver and strontium substituted hydroxyapatite nanocomposite coating on a β-type titanium alloy	0
Multi-scan cyclic voltammetry to roughen the surface of copper foil for application in copper-clad laminates	0
Global competitiveness of European surface technology. Part 2: challenges to and future development of the surface finishing sector	0
15th International Workshop On Electrodeposited Nanostructures	0
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2022, volume 100Author Index	0
Natural convection mass transfer correlation of the electropolishing of horizontal cylinders with active ends	0
The growth and corrosion resistance of MgAl layered double hydroxide films on the surface of LA43M Mg-Li alloy	0
2022 awards	0
Editorial	0
Effect of silicon content on microstructure and mechanical properties of AlSi alloy coating obtained by physical vapour deposition	0
Industry News	0
Electrodeposition of Ni–Sn alloy from ethylene glycol electrolyte. Part 2. Reactions in the bulk electrolyte	0
Effect on wear properties of coating the surface of 904L super austenitic stainless steel by APS with white/grey Al₂O₃	0
Tribological behaviour of HVOF-sprayed Ni-based self-lubricating composite coatings	0
ReGaIL acknowledged by the SEA	0
Dr. Joe Edwards FIMF (1925–2021)	0

Producing a thin coloured film on stainless steels – a review. Part 1: electrochemical processes	0
IMF and Parliamentary and Science Committee discuss ‘sector deals for SMEs’	0
Selection of a suitable environmentally friendly (non-toxic) etching solution in the electroless metallisation of ABS polymers	0
Cavitation erosion characteristics of hard chromium plated diesel engine cylinder liner	0
Plasma etching for carbon materials by inward RF plasma apparatus	0
Effect of hydrogen embrittlement on the tribo-mechanical properties of TiN coated aluminium alloys	0
Transactions of the institute of materials finishing 2023, volume 101Author Index	0
The Schwäbisch Gmünd Prize for Young Scientists 2020 and 2021	0
Adhesion strength of electrodeposited Ni, Zn, and Fe coatings with copper substrates	0
Optimisation of a Ce–Mn co-doped SnO₂–Sb anode based on a nanotubular TiO₂ array for electrochemical decolourisation of wastewater	0
IMF News	0
Enhanced photocatalytic activity of TiO₂ nanostructures produced by anodic oxidation of pre-deformed Cp–Ti	0
Prof. Samuel James Harris (8 January 1936–18 January 2023)	0
Environmental and legislative impacts on anti-corrosion primers and paints: the use of anti-corrosive primers and coatings in aerospace applications	0
Ultra-low Pt loading catalyst on (Nb–Ti) ₂ AlC support as advanced material for low-temperature fuel cell application	0
Dr Tony Hart BSc DTech FIMF (21st March 1942–12th April 2022)	0
Kinetic study of boron diffusion in a γ-TiAl intermetallic alloy using the pack-boronising method	0
2022 – The centenary volume for Transactions	0
Arne Tiselius (1902–1971), a pioneer in electrophoresis, leading to our better understanding of electrohydrodynamics	0
Effect of nitriding nitrogen pressure on the structural, morphological, mechanical and tribological properties of plasma nitrided hard chromium electroplated layer	0
Influence of picoseconds laser irradiation on the properties of black chromium obtained in a trivalent chromium bath	0
Effect of surface finish on the colour anodising of Ti-6Al-4V at various voltages	0
A simple one-step method to synthesise CuO films having different morphologies for flexible supercapacitor electrodes	0
Editorial	0
Corrosion protection of electrogalvanised steel by application of non-conducting polyaniline-silica particles	0
Annual Contents	0
Annual Contents 2023	0
IMF qualification modules	0
IMF News	0
Growth process and mechanism of hot-dip galvanised Zn–5Al coating on steel	0
Subject Index	0
Editorial	0
Industry news	0
Interfinish2020, 20th World Congress	0
CF Ipal – a case study of the chrome-free drop in replacement for IP1041 hexavalent chrome coating	0
Comparing brightness of nanocrystalline nickel coating with traditional bright nickel coating and investigation of stereochemistry of brightener molecules	0
Finite element simulation of sherardising concentration field	0
Surface modification of ABS polymer by electroless deposition of thin nickel film from a solution without reducing agent	0
Report of the President to the AGM, held at New Exeter House, 8th December 2022	0
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2020, volume 98Author Index	0
Janus particles: features, synthesis and potential uses, including surface functionalisation	0
International Process Metallurgy Symposium (IPMS) 2021	0
President’s report	0
Corrosion protection behaviour of electrogalvanised steel sheet by tetravalent vanadium ion	0
IMF and Industry News	0
Biographical note on H.C. Hamaker 1905–1993	0
15th EDNANO (International Workshop on Electrodeposited Nanostructures) integrating EAST Forum 2023	0
Zn–Cr pulse plated alloy coatings for corrosion protection	0
Editorial	0
Dr David Arrowsmith FIMF	0
Is our industry up to speed with new technology?	0
Editorial	0
14th EDNANO (International Workshop on Electrodeposited Nanostructures) integrating 10th European Pulse Plating Seminar and EAST Forum	0
Zen and electrochemical surface finishing of materials	0
Electrochemical methods of nanostructure preparation	0
Sol–gel derived highly hydrophobic Polystyrene/SiO ₂ spray coatings on polished stainless steel and textured aluminium substrates	0
Estimation of indenter depth during frictional treatment of nickel-based coatings using optical profilometry	0
Subject Index	0
Development of electroless NiSnP plating with excellent bath stability using nickel hydroxide	0
Report of the IMF President to the AGM, November 2023	0
Thermal oxidation of Ni – 40 wt.% W and Ni – 50 wt.% W coated copper	0
Some structural aspects and future challenges for the global surface finishing industry	0
Electrochemical characteristics and damage behaviour of DLC-coated 316L stainless steel for metallic bipolar plates of PEMFCs	0
Synergistic effect of L-cysteine and iodide ions during electrodeposition of nanocrystalline nickel from a Watts bath	0
Subject Index	0
International Union for Surface Finishing – Interfinish 2020	0
Influence of processing parameters on final characteristics of Ni-P-MWCNT coatings produced by pulsed electrodeposition	0
The effects of turmeric on the grain structure and properties of copper electrodeposited composites	0
Annual Contents 2022	0
IMF Fellow Prof. Hideyuki Kanematsu is awarded Fellowship of ASM International	0
Impact of the phosphorus concentration on the morphological and corrosion behaviour of Ni-P, Co-P and Co-Ni-P electrodeposits	0
New key persons when research institute on precious metals turns 100 years old	0
Editorial	0
Industry News	0
Structural and morphological characteristics of nanocrystalline palladium deposits prepared from ammonia complex by electrodeposition technique	0
Dr JPG Farr FIMF (1931–2023)	0
Sustainable cleaning solutions for improved profitability and reduced CO₂ footprint	0
Annual Contents	0
Sustainable valorisation of industrial residues as an enabler for achieving the goals of the EU Green Deal: European Training Network SOCRATES	0
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2021, volume 99 Author Index	0
Subject Index	0