KIMS | Surface Materials Division

Development of highly sensitive and reproducible SERS substrates
Development of highly transparent and low resistant transparent electrode using flexible silver nanowire
Development of polymer self-nanostructuring technology using linear ion beam roll-to-roll process
Development of coating technologies of noble metal ultrathin films and their optoelectronic applications
Development of functional nanostructured surface for improving the light extraction and anti-reflective efficiency

Synthesis of eco-friendly perovskite materials and processing optimization
Transparent electrode and nanomaterials for Low-light intensity, semi-transparent organic solar cell (OPVs)
Development of transparent silicon thin film solar cell for Building Integrated Photovoltaic System.
Large-area synthesis of next-generation 2D ultra-thin semiconductor materials and application technology of electronic devices
Development of effective AEM electrolysis cell and PEM fuel cell for H2-ESS system
Development of synthesis method for metal-organic frameworks (MOF)-based electrodes and design strategy for aqueous rechargeable batteries

Development of extreme environmental coatings
· Development of VPS thermal barrier coatings technology for hot section parts of industrial gas turbine
· Development of EB-PVD thermal barrier coatings technology for aviation turbofan engine
· Development of ultra high temperature, anti-oxidation and anti-ablation coatings technology for hypersonic vehicle
Development of evaluation method of high temperature durability for extreme environmental coatings
Development of functional coatings technology on the ultra-thin film

Precision plating using plating simulation
Development of High performance electrocatalytic electrodes for chlorination and waste treatment
Electrodeposition technique for electronic, electrocatalyst, and battery applications
Plating proces replicating the superficial tactility of natural substance
Electrodeposition of organic/inorganic hybrid thermoelectric materials
Surface engineering of Ti for bio-application and Mg alloys for automobiles