Functional Paints and Coatings

This chapter discusses the importance of functional paints and coatings. The types of materials used, their processing, and different methods of testing of the final products are discussed. The range of applications is immense and especially important for strategic applications in defence and aerospace systems and platforms. Some specific functional applications include camouflage and stealth coatings; thermal imaging coatings; anti-static coatings; thermal insulating paints; high performance anti-corrosion coatings; anti-skid coatings; antifouling coatings; self-healing and self-cleaning coatings. Over the years DMSRDE, Kanpur, has made considerable efforts to develop specialized paints and coatings. In this chapter particular attention is paid to DMSRDE-developed camouflage and stealth coatings.