Obtaining nanoparticles of copper oxide (I) for anti-fouling coating for ships

The presence in the sea water of various microorganisms (bacteria, mollusks, corals, etc.) causes the passage of metal biocorrosion. Due to their build-up and accumulation on the upholstery of the vessels bottoms and other parts, oxygen does not fit well to the surface, various bumps, surface destruction, enhanced corrosion damage in crevices and gaps occur. Marine biocorrosion most often affects steel, alloys based on nickel, aluminum, lead, and tin. The most common method to protect metal products from marine corrosionis the application of paints and varnishes. The introduction of copper oxide into the paint leads to its pollution it antifouling. When washed from the coating, Copper oxide, forms an insoluble complex. These substances are toxic to microorganisms. Antifouling paint is applied only to the part of the metal structure that is in direct contact with water.