Coated articles, electrodeposition baths, and related systems

Abstract

Coated articles, electrodeposition baths, and related systems are described. The article may include a base material and a coating comprising silver formed thereon. In some embodiments, the coating comprises a silver-based alloy, such as a silver-tungsten alloy. The coating can exhibit desirable properties and characteristics such as durability (e.g., wear), hardness, corrosion resistance, and high conductivity, which may be beneficial, for example, in electrical and/or electronic applications. In some cases, the coating may be applied using an electrodeposition process.

What is claimed: 
     
         1 . A bath, comprising:
 silver ionic species;   tungsten and/or molybdenum ionic species; and   sodium hydroxide, wherein the bath is suitable for electrodeposition processes.