Surface Functionalized Zinc Composite Coatings: A Review

Zinc has a successful history of being a protective coating on a wide range of objects and in many exposure settings due to its strong corrosion resistance in most environments. Because zinc may produce dense, adhering corrosion byproducts, it is resistant to corrosion. The industrial applications of zinc are extensive. Due to their excellent properties, zinc‐based coatings have garnered great attention in the modern world. The present study focuses on advances in surface modifications of zinc composite coatings through selective reinforcements. The study also includes a detailed description of recent experimental work conducted on zinc‐based coatings. Various coating techniques and their advantages and limitations have been discussed along with the relevant parameters. Zinc and its alloys have been suggested as viable options for biodegradable metals recently because of their acceptable biocompatibility and preferred corrosion behavior. The use of zinc‐based biodegradable materials in clinical applications like orthopedic and cardiovascular systems has also been discussed in detail. The current study also includes the latest developments in zinc‐based biodegradable metals and the related surface modification techniques. Future perspectives on zinc‐based alloys and their variety of applications have also been undertaken in the study.