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Exploring the Advancements in Physical Vapor Deposition Coating: A Review

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This review explores recent advancements in physical vapor deposition (PVD) coating techniques. PVD is a widely used method for depositing thin films onto various surfaces and is extensively utilized in industries such as electronics, optics, and aerospace. This review provides an overview of the basic principles of PVD and highlights the key advancements in the field, including novel materials, improved deposition techniques, and enhanced film properties. Furthermore, the review discusses the applications of PVD coatings in different industries, such as corrosion protection, wear resistance, and functional coatings. The aim of this review is to provide a comprehensive understanding of the recent developments in PVD coating technology and their potential impact on various industrial sectors.

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  1. Centre d’élaboration de Matériaux et d’études Structurales, CEMES-CNRS, UPR 8011, Nanosciences Group, 29rue Jeanne Marving, 31055, Toulouse, France

    Hamza Ichou

  2. Université Toulouse III, UPS, 118 Route Narbonne, 31062, Toulouse, France

    Hamza Ichou

  3. Engineering Laboratory of Organometallic, Molecular Materials, and Environment, Faculty of Sciences, University Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah, Fez, Morocco

    Nadia Arrousse

  4. Chemical & Materials Engineering, New Uzbekistan University, 54 Mustaqillik Ave., 100007, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

    Elyor Berdimurodov

  5. Medical School, Central Asian University, 111221, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

    Elyor Berdimurodov

  6. Tashkent State University of Economics, 100066, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

    Nizomiddin Aliev

  7. Faculty of Chemistry, National University of Uzbekistan, Tashkent, Uzbekistan

    Elyor Berdimurodov

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H.I. conceptualized the study, designed the research methodology, and played a significant role in the interpretation of the results. N.A. was involved in data collection and performed the data analysis. E.B. and N.A. contributed to the study's conceptualization and design. He was instrumental in the development of the theoretical framework and provided significant input into the interpretation of the results. All authors contributed equally to this work.

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Ichou, H., Arrousse, N., Berdimurodov, E. et al. Exploring the Advancements in Physical Vapor Deposition Coating: A Review. J Bio Tribo Corros 10, 3 (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40735-023-00806-0

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