The impact of nanotechnology on reducing corrosion cost

Nanoscience and nanotechnology have revolutionized the present day scientific world, leading to the development of new tools and techniques. Materials at nanometer scale possess many advantages over their micrometer scale counterparts. The key aspect in many applications is the efficient design of nanomaterials in which the desirable pros can be distinguishably emphasized and the undesirable cons can be properly suppressed. Widespread efforts are underway to promote their effective use in the realm of corrosion control. Employing nanomaterials can enhance a material's performance significantly in certain areas of corrosion control; for example, in an advanced coating. Availability and economic synthesis strategies of nanomaterials are key points. More studies are needed to corroborate the use of nanomaterials in different areas of corrosion control and to authenticate the corrosion/oxidation performance of nanostructured materials.