Creator:
Xiao, Bingjie
Date:
2015
Abstract:
This thesis is about developing and evaluation a protection coating for circulation coins that has anti-corrosion and anti-bacterial functions. Five candidate materials are selected, and only advanced liquid glass and polyurethane are ideal for both quarters and loonies. Among the two, only advanced liquid glass has anti-bacterial function. In this case, it is the most ideal material to protect the coins.
Subject:
Materials science
Language:
English
Publisher:
Carleton University
Identifier:
Thesis Degree Name:
Master of Applied Science:
M.App.Sc.
Thesis Degree Level:
Master's
Thesis Degree Discipline:
Engineering, Materials
Parent Collection:
Theses and Dissertations