Analysis of the performance properties of coating systems for military applications

The article contains an assessment of the physicochemical properties of two-layer masking coatings with the possibility of application in military technology.The fabricated double-layer camouflage coatings have innovative features, in particular, a small thickness in relation to those currently offered by global armaments companies.Masking paint systems were tested for performance properties based on microstructure analysis and measurements of surface roughness, adhesion, hardness, and corrosion and erosion resistance tests.Performance tests were conducted for paint systems manufactured with three options: coating system (SP1), coating system modified with carbon nanotubes (SP2), and coating system modified with glass microspheres (SP3).The microstructure analysis showed that the above-mentioned paint systems are characterized by continuity and homogeneity and are free of pores and microcracks.In addition, the paint masking systems have low roughness parameters, good mechanical properties, and high corrosion resistance.The developed and manufactured two-layer coatings can be successfully applied to armaments and military vehicles.