Transactions of the Institute of Metal Finishing

Article	Citations
Corrosion protection behaviour of electrogalvanised steel sheet by tetravalent vanadium ion	53
Selection of a suitable environmentally friendly (non-toxic) etching solution in the electroless metallisation of ABS polymers	33
Hydroxyapatite formation of Ca and P modified micro-arc oxidation coating on Ti alloy	27
Some structural aspects and future challenges for the global surface finishing industry	20
Optimisation of a Ce–Mn co-doped SnO2–Sb anode based on a nanotubular TiO2 array for electrochemical decolourisation of wastewater	13
Prizes and grants from European Academy of Surface Technology	13
Subject Index	12
Novel silver-enhanced hard gold electrodeposit applied for electrical contacts: comparison with conventional gold–cobalt alloy	12
Kinetic study of boron diffusion in a γ-TiAl intermetallic alloy using the pack-boronising method	11
Influence of picoseconds laser irradiation on the properties of black chromium obtained in a trivalent chromium bath	10
Is our industry up to speed with new technology?	9
Corrosion behaviour of Zn-Co alloy and multilayered metallic coatings: a comparative insight	8
Study on pin temperature and wear behaviour of plasma sprayed Ni-Cr coatings with nano Al 2 O 3 particle	8
Stanislas Sorel and the origins of cold galvanising	8
Effect of etching conditions on electroless Ni-P plating of 3D printed polylactic acid	8
Effect of hydrogen embrittlement on the tribo-mechanical properties of TiN coated aluminium alloys	7
Typical metal implant materials and the application of laser cladding in their surface modification	7
Comparative study on machining performance of TiAlSiN, AlTiN/TiAlSiN-coated cutting tools	6
Investigation of Al-doped CuO thin film deposition by the thermionic vacuum arc technique	6
Dr Lars Pleth Nielsen (December 1968 - 23 May 2024)	6
Producing a thin coloured film on stainless steels – a review. Part 2: non-electrochemical and laser processes	6
Modification of the surface of ABS polymer by swelling operation and its influence on some properties of electroless deposited metal coatings	6
Hydroxyapatite nanoparticles coating on Ti-6Al-4V substrate using plasma spray method	5
Tribological behaviour of the hardfacing alloys utilised to fabricate the wear parts of an excavator bucket	5
Tribological performance of thermally sprayed NiWCrBSi alloy coating by two different oxyacetylene flame stoichiometries	5

A comprehensive review of vapour deposited coatings for cutting tools: properties and recent advances	5
Surface morphology of silver thin films exposed to water vapour and/or oxygen in vacuum	5
Effect of incorporation of graphite nanoparticles on wear characteristics of Mg-WC nano-composites in dry sliding condition	4
Co-deposited CuNi@MWCNTs nanocomposites for structural applications: tribo-mechanical and anti-corrosion performances	4
Biofilms formed on metallic materials by E. coli and S. epidermidis and their evaluation by crystal violet staining and its reflection	4
15th EDNANO (International Workshop on Electrodeposited Nanostructures) integrating EAST Forum 2023	4
Effect of sodium dodecyl sulphate on Cu electrodeposition: interaction with hydrophobic substrate and Cu ions	4
Electrochemical machining post-processing of additively manufactured nickel-based superalloys via laser directed energy deposition	4
Characterisation, hardness and corrosion behaviour of electrodeposited ZnFe and ZnFe/BN composite coatings	4
Enhancing wear resistance of AISI 304 alloy with shot peening and investigation of corrosion behaviour in marine water	4
Recent advances and challenges associated with thin film coatings of cutting tools: a critical review	4
Characterisation and wear behaviour of SiC reinforced FeNiCrMo composite coating by HVOF process	4
Sustainable valorisation of industrial residues as an enabler for achieving the goals of the EU Green Deal: European Training Network SOCRATES	3
Surface modification of ABS polymer by electroless deposition of thin nickel film from a solution without reducing agent	3
Synthesis and characterisation of self-lubricating tungsten nitride thin films as protective machine tool coatings	3
Dr. Joe Edwards FIMF (1925–2021)	3
A study on the repeatability of electroformed electrochemical gas driven micro-pump, using the surface roughness of cathode electrodes	3
Multi-scan cyclic voltammetry to roughen the surface of copper foil for application in copper-clad laminates	3
Editorial	3
Anticorrosive chromium free primers for aluminium alloys: application in the aerospace industry	3
Slurry erosion behaviour of AlCoCrFeNi high entropy alloy coating prepared by atmospheric plasma spraying	3
EDNANO-16 Workshop	3
Janus particles: features, synthesis and potential uses, including surface functionalisation	3
Preparation of nanoporous copper foil by chemical dealloying from electro-deposited CuZn alloy	3
New key persons when research institute on precious metals turns 100 years old	2
CF Ipal – a case study of the chrome-free drop in replacement for IP1041 hexavalent chrome coating	2
Subject Index	2
Surface characteristics of plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings on Cp-Ti and hot-dip aluminised Cp-Ti	2
IMF qualification modules	2
Thermal oxidation of Ni – 40 wt.% W and Ni – 50 wt.% W coated copper	2
Sn-Cu intermetallic compound laminated film with excellent friction coefficient, contact resistance, and solder wettability	2
Development of Al2O3-SiO2 based magnetic abrasive by sintering method and its performance on Ti-6Al-4V during magnetic abrasive finishing	2
Dr JPG Farr FIMF (1931–2023)	2
Subject Index	2
Editorial	2
Antibacterial activity and biocompatibility of Ag-coated Ti implants: importance of surface modification parameters	2
Effect of nitriding nitrogen pressure on the structural, morphological, mechanical and tribological properties of plasma nitrided hard chromium electroplated layer	2
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2022, volume 100Author Index	2
Estimation of indenter depth during frictional treatment of nickel-based coatings using optical profilometry	2
Pulsed electrochemical deposition of calcium phosphate coatings for biomedical applications	2
Effect on wear properties of coating the surface of 904L super austenitic stainless steel by APS with white/grey Al2O3	2
Editorial	2
Annual Contents 2022	2
Characteristics and corrosion resistance of hard-anodised 6061-T6 aluminium alloy	2
Influence of deposition time and applied voltage on the properties of electrophoretically deposited nickel oxide colloidal nanoparticles thin film	2
Prof. Samuel James Harris (8 January 1936–18 January 2023)	1
Evaluation of metallic structures and material properties of thermal sprayed coatings using stainless-steel wires	1
Thermal barrier coatings: state-of-art developments and challenges – a mini review	1
Dr David Arrowsmith FIMF	1
Dr Tony Hart BSc DTech FIMF (21st March 1942–12th April 2022)	1

High entropy alloy (HEA) electrodeposits: importance, properties and uses	1
A Taguchi approach to synthesise Al/Fe core–shell composite powders through electroless deposition	1
Superhydrophobic properties of aluminium produced by surface abrasive blasting, anodic oxidation and fatty acid impregnation	1
The growth and corrosion resistance of MgAl layered double hydroxide films on the surface of LA43M Mg-Li alloy	1
Water-repellency and surface roughness with the structures of double layers using electroplated nickel deposit from a chloride bath	1
Study of a system for creating a statistical model of the electroless plating of Cu-Ni-P alloys	1
A new approach to design of anti-corrosive three layers self-stratifying coatings	1
The Schwäbisch Gmünd Prize for Young Scientists 2023	1
IMF and Parliamentary and Science Committee discuss ‘sector deals for SMEs’	1
Zen and electrochemical surface finishing of materials	1
Electroless copper plating of dielectrics from environmentally friendly reducer-free electrolyte	1
Development of an environmentally friendly pre-treatment for electroless metallisation of glasses	1
Mechanical and tribological response of thin polymer coating filled with graphite powder and deposited on polymer substrate	1
Adhesion strength of electrodeposited Ni, Zn, and Fe coatings with copper substrates	1
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	1
Anodising of aluminium in formate solutions with formation of porous alumina arrays	1
Corrosion - theory and practice	1
Biographical note on H.C. Hamaker 1905–1993	1
Improved performance of electrodes for alkaline electrolysis	1
Plasma etching for carbon materials by inward RF plasma apparatus	1
Machine learning prediction of microhardness and corrosion current density of Ni-Co alloys produced by scanning jet electrodeposition	1
Editorial	1
Industry News	1
Industry news	1
Development of anti-corrosion properties using ternary electrodeposited Zn–Ni–Co alloys from acidic electrolyte for automobile applications	1
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	1
Optimisation and analysis of jet impingement erosion behaviour of composite titanium based electroless nickel ENi-P coated naval steel (AH36)	1
Tribological study on cast iron based, graphite and CNT enriched hybrid HVOF coating from room temperature to 300°C	0
2022 awards	0
IMF Fellow Prof. Hideyuki Kanematsu is awarded Fellowship of ASM International	0
Pyrimidine derivative-based cyanide-free silver electroplating bath	0
International Union for Surface Finishing – Interfinish 2020	0
Production of superhydrophobic surfaces on hydrophilic AA 6063 aluminium alloy and optimisation using a Taguchi design approach	0
Arne Tiselius (1902–1971), a pioneer in electrophoresis, leading to our better understanding of electrohydrodynamics	0
Investigation on the effect of nickel and nickel-chromium alloy pulse current plating on copper substrate	0
Characterisation of zinc phosphate coating deposited on carbon steel wire rod using an accelerator-side and iron-side phosphating solution	0
Modelling the electroforming process: significance and challenges	0
Producing a thin coloured film on stainless steels – a review. Part 1: electrochemical processes	0
Annual Contents	0
ReGaIL acknowledged by the SEA	0
Growth characterisation of TiAl3during initial period of hot dip aluminising on Ti6Al4V	0
Natural convection mass transfer correlation of the electropolishing of horizontal cylinders with active ends	0
Electro-codeposition and properties of Cu–Ni-MWCNTs composite coatings	0
Microstructural evolution and corrosion properties of Fe-based amorphous coating by laser cladding on 316L stainless steel	0
Effects of PVD deposition method on electrochemical properties and interfacial contact resistance of CrN coated titanium as PEMFC bipolar plate	0
Editorial	0
The continued development of multilayered and compositionally modulated electrodeposits	0
Interfinish2020, 20th World Congress	0
Enhancing copper plating quality: the role of organic acids in electroless processes	0
14th EDNANO (International Workshop on Electrodeposited Nanostructures) integrating 10th European Pulse Plating Seminar and EAST Forum	0
A review of reverse pulse plating techniques in the electrodeposition of magnetic alloys – Part 2	0
Electrochemical double-pulse technique to modulate the roughened surface of copper foil for copper-clad laminates	0
Industry News	0
High temperature erosion performance of NiCrAlY/Cr2O3/YSZ plasma spray coatings	0
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2021, volume 99 Author Index	0
IMF News	0
Effect of bath temperature on electroplating of nickel on a copper substrate	0
Study on the surface morphology and corrosion rates of electroplated coatings based on binary alloys of refractory metals after accelerated acid tests	0
Electrochemical deposition of a biofunctionalised silver and strontium substituted hydroxyapatite nanocomposite coating on a β-type titanium alloy	0
Corrosion protection of electrogalvanised steel by application of non-conducting polyaniline-silica particles	0
Comparative study of different surface treatments applied to Ti6Al4V parts produced by Selective Laser Melting	0
Study of biocompatibility in ceramic coating doped with NaF on Ti-3Zr-2Sn-3Mo-25Nb by micro-arc oxidation	0
TiSZ-reinforced hydroxyapatite coatings on magnesium substrate with titanium interlayer	0
Hollow nanospheres and monatomic amorphous metals (MAMs): the scope for electrochemical synthesis and processing	0
71st Annual Meeting of the International Society of Electrochemistry, Belgrade Online 2020 – a great contribution from EAST European board members	0
Sol–gel derived highly hydrophobic Polystyrene/SiO2spray coatings on polished stainless steel and textured aluminium substrates	0
Surface composition and depth profile analysis of sulphate and chloride-based trivalent chromium electrodeposits using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy	0
Preparation of Cu/ZrW2O8 structures by chemical deposition from formaldehyde-free solution	0
Report of the IMF President to the AGM, November 2023	0
Growth process and mechanism of hot-dip galvanised Zn–5Al coating on steel	0
Effect of additives on the microstructure and properties of pulsed electrodeposited copper foils	0
Preparation and properties of FHA coatings on micro-arc oxidised AZ91D magnesium alloy with different deposition times	0
Transactions of the Institute of Materials Finishing 2024, volume 102Author Index	0
Editorial	0
Microstructures and corrosion resistance of conversion film-electroless Ni-W-P ternary coatings on AZ91D magnesium alloy	0
Effects of microstructure and nanohardness of 8Cr4Mo4V steel under high-dose-rate N-PIII	0
Report of the President to the AGM, November 2024	0
Electrochemical characteristics and damage behaviour of DLC-coated 316L stainless steel for metallic bipolar plates of PEMFCs	0
Impact of laser surface texturing (LST) on the tribological characteristics of piston rings and cylinder liners – a review. Part 2: application of the process	0
Mathematical modelling of sound transmission loss (STL) in metallic and graphite based coatings	0

Influence of processing parameters on final characteristics of Ni-P-MWCNT coatings produced by pulsed electrodeposition	0
Tribological behaviour of HVOF-sprayed Ni-based self-lubricating composite coatings	0
Considerations for digitalisation of nickel electroforming	0
Designing effective plating baths for use in the pulse-reverse plating of copper nanocomposite coatings	0
Sustainable cleaning solutions for improved profitability and reduced CO2 footprint	0
Electrodeposition of Ni–Sn alloy from ethylene glycol electrolyte. Part 2. Reactions in the bulk electrolyte	0
Editorial	0
Pulse electrodeposition of aluminium coatings from molten salt bath; effect of processing parameters on the coatings’ corrosion and wear behaviour	0
Simulation research on the laser electrochemical compound deposition process based on electric coupling with temperature and flow field	0
Enhanced photocatalytic activity of TiO2 nanostructures produced by anodic oxidation of pre-deformed Cp–Ti	0
IMF and Industry News	0
A novel strategy for designable alloy coatings in electroless plating	0
A novel reflective material coated polyurethane resin-based porous composite paving material for mitigating urban heat island effect	0
Report of the President to the AGM, held at New Exeter House, 8th December 2022	0
Co-deposited Zn-Cu/Gr nanocomposite: Corrosion behaviour and in-vitro cytotoxicity assessment	0
International Process Metallurgy Symposium (IPMS) 2021	0
Development of electroless NiSnP plating with excellent bath stability using nickel hydroxide	0
Sustainable approach to electroless copper plating process	0
Ultra-low Pt loading catalyst on (Nb–Ti)2AlC support as advanced material for low-temperature fuel cell application	0
Impact of laser surface texturing (LST) on the tribological characteristics of piston rings and cylinder liners – a review. Part 1: development of LST technology	0
Effect of V 2 O 7 4− anion intercalation on the microstructure and corrosion resistance of MgAl Layered Dou	0
The effect of positive and reverse current cycles on the wettability, morphology, and corrosion behaviour of electrodeposited nickel matrix layer	0
Research into sustainable surface finishing at the University of Leicester	0
2022 – The centenary volume for Transactions	0
Determination of antibacterial performance of boric acid ester in the paint industry	0
Influence of the applied external magnetic field on surface area and catalytic activity of electrodeposited Cu-Fe alloys	0
Electrodeposition of Bi 2 Te 3 and Bi 2 Te 3 /reduced GO thi	0
Zn–Cr pulse plated alloy coatings for corrosion protection	0
Self-healing properties of microencapsulated linseed oil-poly(urea formaldehyde) additives embedded polyester coating on Galvalume steel sheet	0
The characterisation of passivation and colouring of Zn-Ni electroplated 2024 aluminium alloy in the presence of Cu +	0
Recent progress on the surface finishing of metals and alloys to achieve superhydrophobic surfaces: a critical review	0
Electroless metallisation of ABS polymer samples produced by different technologies	0
A simple one-step method to synthesise CuO films having different morphologies for flexible supercapacitor electrodes	0
Effects of halide stripping with ferric ions and hydrogen peroxide oxidants for 18K gold alloys	0
In-situ growth process and corrosion resistance of steam coatings on the surface of LA103Z Mg-Li alloy	0
The prediction of the ZnNi thickness and Ni % of ZnNi alloy electroplating using a machine learning method	0
Improving wear and corrosion protection of AISI 304 stainless steel by Al2O3-TiO2 hybrid coating via sol-gel process	0
Editorial	0
15th International Workshop On Electrodeposited Nanostructures	0
IMF News	0
Enhancing NiCoB alloy coatings with hBN nanoparticles: exploring structural, mechanical, and corrosion improvements through pulse electrodeposition	0
A review of reverse pulse plating techniques in the electrodeposition of magnetic alloys – Part 1	0
Electrodeposition of Ni–Sn alloy from ethylene glycol electrolyte. Part 1. Cathodic reactions	0
Cu metallisation on glass substrate with through glass via using wet plating process	0
Annual Contents 2023	0
Effects of NaH 2 PO 2 concentration and deposition potential on microstructural characteristics and corrosion properties of electr	0
Annual contents	0
Effect of silicon content on microstructure and mechanical properties of AlSi alloy coating obtained by physical vapour deposition	0
International Union for Surface Finishing – Interfinish 2021	0
Structural and morphological characteristics of nanocrystalline palladium deposits prepared from ammonia complex by electrodeposition technique	0
Interface analysis and properties of Al–Fe alloy aluminising coating on S50C steel	0
Electrochemical methods of nanostructure preparation	0
Synergistic effect of L-cysteine and iodide ions during electrodeposition of nanocrystalline nickel from a Watts bath	0
Nickel-coated 3D-printed titanium electrodes for electrochemical flow reactors	0
Cavitation erosion characteristics of hard chromium plated diesel engine cylinder liner	0
Transactions of the institute of materials finishing 2023, volume 101Author Index	0
The effects of current density on the properties of HAp-Nb 2 O 5 films electrodeposited by pulsed current	0
Nanoporous anodic alumina layers obtained from novel deep eutectic solvent formulations	0
How to create a Ni-free corrosion protecting deposit on basis of ZnFe-X	0
Prize giving and annual meeting 2021 of the European Academy of Surface Technology	0
Anne Chapman FIMF (1931–2023)	0
Comparing brightness of nanocrystalline nickel coating with traditional bright nickel coating and investigation of stereochemistry of brightener molecules	0
Preparation and electrochemical properties of a polyN,N’-methylene diacrylamide-based cross-linking copolymer film on 6063 Al alloy	0
Investigation of cooling hole blockage in the plasma spraying of thermal barrier coatings on super-alloy	0
Electrochemical deposition of coloured Ni/Cu 2 O bilayer films on large area plastic substrates for decorative applications	0
Influence of microstructure and surface topography on material removal by the Hirtisation® process	0
Biomedical applications of polymer and ceramic coatings: a review of recent developments	0
Effect of surface microporous copper coatings on corrosion properties of graphene-reinforced aluminium matrix composites	0
Environmental and legislative impacts on anti-corrosion primers and paints: the use of anti-corrosive primers and coatings in aerospace applications	0
Subject Index	0
11th European Pulse Plating Seminar/EAST Forum 2024, Vienna	0
Barrel electroplating of Zn-Ni alloy coatings from a modified deep eutectic solvent	0
High temperature erosive behaviour of plasma sprayed NiCrAlY/B4C/Cenosphere coating on MDN 321 turbine steel	0
Impact of the phosphorus concentration on the morphological and corrosion behaviour of Ni-P, Co-P and Co-Ni-P electrodeposits	0
Editorial	0
Effect of surface finish on the colour anodising of Ti-6Al-4V at various voltages	0
2022 Prize and grants from European Academy of Surface Technology	0