Electrodeposition and characterization of nano-structured Ni-SiC composite films

► Ni-SiC nano-composite film has been fabricated by ultrasonic electroplating. ► SiC nano-particles destroy the preferential growth of nickel crystals. ► Ni-SiC nano-composite film possesses high corrosion resistance. ► Ni-SiC nano-composite film possesses high hydrogen evolution activity.