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Journal Article 
Electroplating for Decorative Applications: Recent Trends in Research and Development 
Giurlani, W; Zangari, G; Gambinossi, F; Passaponti, M; Salvietti, E; Di Benedetto, F; Caporali, S; Innocenti, M 
2018 
Coatings
ISSN: 2079-6412 
8 
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WOS:000443252300005 
Electroplating processes are widely employed in industrial environments for a large variety of metallic coatings, ranging from technological to decorative applications. Even if the galvanic electrodeposition is certainly a mature technology, new concepts, novel applications, environmental legislation and the new material requirements for next-generation devices make the scientific research in this field still very active. This review focuses mostly at the decorative and wearable applications, and aims to create a bridge between the past knowledge and the future direction that this process, i.e., electrodeposition, is taking. Both the theoretical fundamentals as well as some of the most widespread practical applications-limited to metallic and alloy coatings-are explored. As an integral part of the industrial process, we take a look at the main techniques thought which the quality control of deposits and surfaces is carried out. Finally, global industrial performance and research directions towards sustainable solutions are highlighted. 
galvanic electrodeposition; electroplating; alloy deposition; galvanic industry research and development; metallic film characterization