Review on Magneto-Electrodeposition: Tailoring Material Properties for Enhanced Functionalities and Applications

Abstract

The most recent advances in electrodeposition methods utilizing magnetic fields show notable enhancements in material properties and its functionality. The way in which magnetic fields affect electrodeposition encompasses several important elements, such as improved mass transfer, modifications in coating micro, and crystal structures etc. The primary driven factor for these effects is the magnetohydrodynamic (MHD) effect which is induced by the Lorentz force along with the magnetization effect. Current reviews which cover variety of coatings prepared using magneto-electrodeposition, such as metal, alloy and composite coatings are discussed. This technique finds extensive enhancement in various application domains, including corrosion resistance, electrocatalysis, energy storage, and surface chirality. The capabilities of magneto-electrodeposition (MED) to control surface structures and electron orientations have created new opportunities for the advancement of sophisticated functional materials with tailored properties for particular applications are discussed in this review.