| abstract |
Described are coated articles and methods of applying a coating. The article may comprise a coating comprising a base material and silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. In some cases, the coating can include two or more layers. For example, the coating can include a first layer comprising a silver-based alloy and a second layer comprising a noble metal. Coatings can exhibit desirable properties and properties such as durability (eg wear), hardness, corrosion resistance and high conductivity, which can be beneficial, for example, in the electrical and / or electronics field. In some cases, the coating can be applied using an electrodeposition process. |