In-situ AFM and EIS study of a solventborne alkyd coating with nanoclay for corrosion protection of carbon steel

- XRD results indicate an intercalated nanostructure of the alkyd-MMT composite.
- TGA results suggest an improved thermal stability of the alkyd-MMT composite.
- In-situ AFM measurements reveal enhanced stability of the alkyd-MMT composite.
- EIS measurements show an improved corrosion protection of the composite coating.
- The intercalated lamellar MMT nanoclay blocks defects and decreases water transport.