Publicaties
In situ monitoring of the lateral water diffusion in coated metals using dual odd random phase EIS Vrije Universiteit Brussel
In this work, a novel approach based on the application of dual ORP-EIS is proposed to identify the lateral water diffusion in intact coated metals from the area exposed to the electrolyte to the adjacent non-exposed area. As such, the electrochemical response of the exposed area and non-exposed area with a certain distance from the exposed area is collected simultaneously using a dual front-end (analog potentiostat). Employing this approach, ...
The role of PEDOT:PSS in (super)capacitors: A review Vrije Universiteit Brussel
An ORP-EIS approach to distinguish the contribution of the buried interface to the electrochemical behaviour of coated aluminium Vrije Universiteit Brussel
In this work, the influence of the buried coating/metal oxide interface as a crucial parameter in hybrid systems’ durability was investigated. To evaluate these hybrid interfaces in situ and in realistic conditions/environments, an integrated approach based on the use of odd random phase electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (ORP-EIS) is employed. In this approach proposed previously by our group, in addition to the effectively shortened ...
Surface modification of biodegradable Mg alloy by adapting µEDM capabilities with cryogenically-treated tool electrodes Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Biomaterials are engineered to develop an interaction with living cells for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes. The last decade reported a tremendously rising shift in the requirement for miniaturized biomedical implants exhibiting high precision and comprising various biomaterials such as non-biodegradable titanium (Ti) alloys and biodegradable magnesium (Mg) alloys. The excellent mechanical properties and lightweight characteristics of Mg ...
Identification of carbon-containing phases in electrodeposited hard Fe–C coatings with intentionally codeposited carbon Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Electrodeposition from an environmentally friendly iron sulfate electrolyte with citric acid as carbon source has gained attention recently, because of excellent mechanical properties of the resulting Fe–C coatings with intentionally codeposited high-carbon concentrations. While being very attractive as protective coatings and sustainable alternatives for hard chrome coatings, comprehensive understanding of the coatings' chemical constitution ...
Study on the roles of bisulfite in the stress corrosion cracking of 7050-T7451 aluminum alloy in the thin electrolyte layer environment Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Effect of bisulfite (HSO3-) on the stress corrosion cracking (SCC) behavior of 7050-T7451 aluminum alloy in the thin electrolyte layer environment in the presence of Cl- is investigated. Addition of HSO3- inhibits the corrosion initiation but promotes the corrosion propagation and hydrogen uptake. With a quantitative calculation, the HSO3- is demonstrated to significantly facilitate the synergistic effect between stress, corrosion, and ...
Pre-eruptive storage conditions and magmatic evolution of the Bora-Baricha-Tullu Moye volcanic system, Main Ethiopian Rift Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Bora-Baricha-Tullu Moye is a Late Quaternary volcanic system in the Main Ethiopian Rift, characterised by products of both explosive and effusive volcanic eruptions. The petrological and geochemical characteristics of the volcanic products are investigated using a combination of petrography, major and trace element whole rock analyses and in-situ major element analyses of phenocryst phases, matrix glass and melt inclusions. The bulk rock ...
Heat treatment for metal additive manufacturing Vrije Universiteit Brussel
Differentiating between the diffusion of water and ions from aqueous electrolytes in organic coatings using an integrated spectro-electrochemical technique Vrije Universiteit Brussel
In this work, the separate diffusion of water and ions through a polyethylene glycol diacrylate (PEGDA) coating was characterized using an integrated spectro-electrochemical technique. The ions ingress front position profile along the thickness of the coating was derived from fitting odd random phase electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (ORP-EIS) data using a physically relevant electrochemical equivalent circuit (EEC). The arrival time of ...