Microstructure and Mechanical Properties of Cr-W-B-N Coating Deposited by DC Reactive Magnetron Co-Sputtering

2013 ◽  
Vol 651 ◽  
pp. 430-435
Author(s):  
Lin Yung Tseng ◽  
Jhewn Kuang Chen ◽  
Kai Hung Hsu ◽  
Wan Yu Wu ◽  
Chi Lung Chang
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Nitrogen Plasma ◽  
Reactive Magnetron ◽  
Tungsten Content ◽  
Micro Hardness ◽  
Depth Sensing ◽  
Crystalline Phases ◽  
Sputtering Deposition ◽  
X Ray

Nanocomposite Cr-W-B-N coatings with various tungsten contents were synthesized on silicon wafer substrates. The used technique is a DC reactive magnetron co-sputtering deposition equipped with a Cr-B alloy target with 20 at.% B and a W target in a mixed argon/nitrogen plasma atmosphere. Composition and microstructure of the obtained coatings were investigated using X-ray diffraction, X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscope and transmission electron microscope while the micro-hardness was measured using a depth-sensing nano-indenter. The results have shown that the microstructure and the mechanical properties of Cr-W-B-N coatings were strongly dependent on either the tungsten content or the volume fraction of W-N crystalline phases. It was observed that the micro-hardness of Cr-W-B-N coatings is lower than that of Cr-B-N coating as the tungsten content is less than 24 at.% and the volume fraction of W-N crystalline phases is lower than 37 vol.%. As the tungsten content further increased to 30 at.% and the volume fraction of W-N crystalline phases increased to 55 vol.%, the micro-hardness of Cr-W-B-N coating was found enhanced to 19 GPa and higher than Cr-B-N film. It was also obtained that the volume fraction of Cr-N crystalline phases is inversely proportional to the volume fraction of W-N crystalline phases.

scholarly journals Influence of corn flour as pore forming agent on porous ceramic material based mullite: Morphology and mechanical properties

2016 ◽  
Vol 48 (1) ◽  
pp. 29-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
J.G. Ayala-Landeros ◽  
V. Saucedo-Rivalcoba ◽  
S. Bribiesca-Vasquez ◽  
V.M. Castaño ◽  
A.L. Martínez-Hernández ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Ceramic Material ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Porous Ceramic ◽  
Corn Flour ◽  
Crystalline Phases ◽  
Talcum Powder ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Electron Microscopy Analysis ◽  
Microscopy Analysis

Porous material was processed by the mixing, molding and pressing the ceramic material, afterward burnout and sintering; through the forming porous, using corn flour at different concentration (10, 15 and 20 wt.%) as a pore forming agent; in order to determinate the influence of porous on the mechanical, morphological and structural properties. The effect of the volume fraction of corn flour in the mullite matrix, at various sintering temperature from 1100, 1200, 1300 and 1500?C were tested by Diffraction X ray, showing changes in crystalline phases of mullite (3Al2O3-2SiO2), as result of sintered temperatures. Presence of talcum powder in formula, also cause the formation of the cordierite and cristobalite crystalline phases, giving stability and adhesion to the structure of ceramic material. When sintering at temperatures between 1300 to 1500?C, and it was used the concentration of corn flour 15-20 wt.% as forming agent porous, it was found the better mechanical properties. The scanning electron microscopy analysis shows the presence of open porosity and anisotropy.

Macroprobe Mode for the Study of Segregation in Steels

1990 ◽  
Vol 48 (2) ◽  
pp. 260-261
Author(s):  
Auclair Gilles ◽  
Benoit Danièle
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Spatial Distribution ◽  
High Performance ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Sheet Steel ◽  
Acquisition Time ◽  
Chemical Information ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Accurate Quantitative Analysis ◽  
Optical Micrographs

During these last 10 years, high performance correction procedures have been developed for classical EPMA, and it is nowadays possible to obtain accurate quantitative analysis even for soft X-ray radiations. It is also possible to perform EPMA by adapting this accurate quantitative procedures to unusual applications such as the measurement of the segregation on wide areas in as-cast and sheet steel products.The main objection for analysis of segregation in steel by means of a line-scan mode is that it requires a very heavy sampling plan to make sure that the most significant points are analyzed. Moreover only local chemical information is obtained whereas mechanical properties are also dependant on the volume fraction and the spatial distribution of highly segregated zones. For these reasons we have chosen to systematically acquire X-ray calibrated mappings which give pictures similar to optical micrographs. Although mapping requires lengthy acquisition time there is a corresponding increase in the information given by image anlysis.

Micro-Hardness and Morphology of LDPE Influenced by Beta Radiation

2014 ◽  
Vol 606 ◽  
pp. 253-256 ◽  
Author(s):  
Martin Ovsik ◽  
Petr Kratky ◽  
David Manas ◽  
Miroslav Manas ◽  
Michal Stanek ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Hardness Test ◽  
Polymer Materials ◽  
Beta Radiation ◽  
Micro Hardness ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Depth Sensing ◽  
Surface Layers ◽  
Hardness Values ◽  
Different Doses

This article deals with the influence of different doses of Beta radiation to the structure and mico-mechanical properties of Low-density polyethylene (LDPE). Hard surface layers of polymer materials, especially LDPE, can be formed by radiation cross-linking by β radiation with doses of 33, 66 and 99 kGy. Material properties created by β radiation are measured by micro-hardness test using the DSI method (Depth Sensing Indentation). Individual radiation doses caused structural and micro-mechanical changes which have a significant effect on the final properties of the LDPE tested. The highest values of micro-mechanical properties were reached at radiation dose of 66 and 99 kGy, when the micro-hardness values increased by about 21%. The changes were examined and confirmed by X-ray diffraction.

Effect of Si Content on Microstructure and Properties of 60Si2CrVA Spring Steel

2014 ◽  
Vol 968 ◽  
pp. 63-66 ◽  
Author(s):  
Fei Zhao ◽  
Zhan Ling Zhang ◽  
Jun Shuai Li ◽  
Cui Ye ◽  
Ni Li
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Retained Austenite ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Testing Machine ◽  
Spring Steel ◽  
Impact Testing ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Comprehensive Properties ◽  
Spring Steels ◽  
Si Content

The microstructure and mechanical properties of the four spring steels with different Si content treated by Q-I-Q-T process were studied by metallographic microscope, MTS, impact testing machine and X-ray stress analyzer. The results show that the tensile strength and yield strength is first increased and then decreased with the increase of Si content, the volume fraction of retained austenite and elongation are fist decreased and then increased when the Si content is less than 2.1%, and the microstructure become finer and homogeneous. When Si content reaches 2.1%, the comprehensive properties of 60Si2CrVA spring steel is the best.

Stress in Hydrogenated Microcrystalline Silicon Thin Films

1999 ◽  
Vol 557 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. Peiró ◽  
C. Voz ◽  
J. Bertomeu ◽  
J. Andreu ◽  
E. Martínez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Vapor Deposition ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Chemical Vapor ◽  
Hot Wire ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Microcrystalline Silicon ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Silicon Thin Films ◽  
Abrupt Changes

AbstractHydrogenated microcrystalline silicon films have been obtained by hot-wire chemical vapor deposition (HWCVD) in a silane and hydrogen mixture at low pressure (<5 × 10-2 mbar). The structure of the samples and the residual stress were characterised by X- ray diffraction (XRD). Raman spectroscopy was used to estimate the volume fraction of the crystalline phase, which is in the range of 86 % to 98%. The stress values range between 150 and -140 MPa. The mechanical properties were studied by nanoindentation. Unlike monocrystalline wafers, there is no evidence of abrupt changes in the force-penetration plot, which have been attributed to a pressure-induced phase transition. The hardness was 12.5 GPa for the best samples, which is close to that obtained for silicon wafers.

The Structure and Electrical Property of sp2 Rich Carbon Films by Magnetron Sputtering

2014 ◽  
Vol 998-999 ◽  
pp. 120-123
Author(s):  
Jun Du ◽  
Xiao Ying Zhu ◽  
Yan Zang ◽  
Lei Guo
Keyword(s):  
Electrical Resistivity ◽  
Magnetron Sputtering ◽  
Carbon Films ◽  
Wear Volume ◽  
Chemical Bonds ◽  
Micro Hardness ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Sputtering Deposition ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Pin On Disk

sp2 rich carbon films were produced by using magnetron sputtering deposition. The hardness, friction coefficient and wear volume were elevated by Knoop micro-hardness and pin-on-disk tester; The composition and microstructure of the carbon films have been characterized in detail by combining the techniques of Rutherford Backscattering Spectrum (RBS), X-Ray Photoelectron Spectrum (XPS) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD); the electrical resistivity was measured by Four Probe Methods (FPM). It is found that: the films hardness are 11~17GPa (HK0.05), the friction coefficients are 0.1-0.2, the wear rate is 10-15m3/Nm; The maximum intensity position in the C1s indicates the chemical bonds are mainly sp2; the electrical resistivity is 1~2×10-4Ω·m. XRD proves these carbon films are amorphous.

Influence of Aging Treatments on the Structural and Mechanical Properties of AGS Alloy Wire Cold Drawn

2018 ◽  
Vol 18 ◽  
pp. 73-78
Author(s):  
Mokhtar Bayarassou ◽  
Mosbah Zidani ◽  
Hichem Farh
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Plastic Deformation ◽  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Artificial Ageing ◽  
Micro Hardness ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
Alloy Wire ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Plastic Deformation Rate ◽  
Scanning Electron

The scope of this work is to study of microstructural changes and mechanical properties during natural and artificial ageing treatment of AGS Alloy wire cold drawn with different deformation at ENICAB in Biskra. And as well to know the phase formation during different deformation of aluminum alloys wires. as well as the combined influence of the plastic deformation rate and the aging temperature. Wire section reduction shows a change in microstructure and texture. The methods of characterization used in this work are: scanning electron microscope and X-ray diffraction, micro hardness (Hv).

scholarly journals Structural Changes in the Aluminum - Magnesium System Alloy

2020 ◽  
Vol 989 ◽  
pp. 577-582
Author(s):  
I.E. Illarionov ◽  
T.R. Gilmanshina ◽  
A.A. Kovaleva
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Structural Changes ◽  
Single Phase ◽  
Secondary Phases ◽  
Micro Hardness ◽  
System Alloy ◽  
Quenching Temperature ◽  
Monitor Screen ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Scanning Electron

The purpose of this work is to study the structure and mechanical properties of an aluminum – magnesium system alloy after various types of heat treatment (quenching and ageing). The microstructure of an alloy has been studied by means of Zeiss OBSERVER.D1m microscope combined with a camera and image display on a monitor screen. Micro X-ray spectral analysis was performed by means of Carl Zeiss EVO 50 scanning electron microscope. The micro-hardness of the samples has been measured on prepared metallographic sections by means of DM8 micro-hardness meter. In the course of the process it has been found that quenching the Al-12,78% Mg alloy from temperatures of 430–440 ° C does not lead to the formation of a single-phase solid solution. Ageing at 100 ° C enables the formation of secondary phases. It was noted that with an increase in the quenching temperature, the micro-hardness increases slightly. An increase in the exposure time doesn’t influence greatly the micro-hardness of the alloy, while the structure remains practically unchanged.

Fabrication and mechanical properties of Al/Al2O3 composite bodies by reactive infiltration of molten Al into SiO2 preform

2000 ◽  
Vol 15 (11) ◽  
pp. 2314-2321 ◽  
Author(s):  
Noboru Yoshikawa ◽  
Singo Funahashi ◽  
Shoji Taniguchi ◽  
Atsushi Kikuchi
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Volume Fraction ◽  
Sintering Temperature ◽  
Pore Space ◽  
Pressure Infiltration ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Reactive Infiltration ◽  
Pore Size Distributions ◽  
Different Temperatures ◽  
Si Content

Al/Al2O3 composites were fabricated by a displacement reaction between SiO2 and molten Al. In this study, fabrication of Al/Al2O3 composites was attempted by means of reactive infiltration to provide variation of their mechanical properties. SiO2 preforms having various porosities and pore size distributions were prepared by sintering the powder at different temperatures between 1273 and 1723 K. Molten Al was infiltrated at 1373 K without application of pressure. Infiltration kinetics were studied and the microstructures of the composite bodies were observed by means of scanning electron microscopy (with energy dispersive x-ray microanalysis), wave dispersive x-ray microanalysis, and x-ray diffractions. The infiltrated specimens were mainly composed of Al and α–Al2O3 phases, and the Si content was less than 5 at.%. Volume fraction of Al phase in the composite bodies was not altered very much with the porosities of the SiO2 preforms because of the difficulty in filling out the entire pore space. Properties and microstructures of Al/Al2O3 composites, however, were dependent on the sintering temperature of the SiO2 preforms. In the case of low sintering temperature, a thick Al channel existed, which deformed upon compression. In the case of high sintering temperature, the microstructure became homogeneous and had thinner Al channels. The composite bodies became brittle. The deformation behavior was shown to be changed from ductile to brittle as an increase of the sintering temperature of the preforms.

Study on Physical and Mechanical Properties of Cu/MoS2 Composites

2013 ◽  
Vol 575-576 ◽  
pp. 156-159
Author(s):  
Dou Qin Ma ◽  
Jing Pei Xie ◽  
Ji Wen Li ◽  
Ai Qin Wang ◽  
Wen Yan Wang ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Mechanical Properties ◽  
Diffraction Analysis ◽  
Electric Conductivity ◽  
Hot Pressing ◽  
Physical And Mechanical Properties ◽  
Micro Hardness ◽  
X Ray Diffraction ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Vacuum Hot Pressing

Cu-3wt. %MoS2-7wt. %Mo and Cu-3wt. %MoS2 composites were prepared by repressing, re-sintering and vacuum hot pressing, respectively. Microstructures were characterized by optical metallographic microscope, EDS, SEM and X-ray diffraction analysis, respectively. The micro hardness, electric conductivity and density of samples were separately measured as well. Results show that the micro hardness of Cu-3wt. % MoS2-7wt. % Mo composites is about 33.3% higher than that of Cu-3wt. %MoS2 composites. The increase in micro hardness is attributed to the presence of Mo. The electric conductivity of Cu-3wt. %MoS2 and Cu-3wt. %MoS2-7wt. % Mo prepared by vacuum hot pressing were 80.6 % and 63.8% IACS, respectively, which is an increase compared with values of 80.2 % and 57.3% IACS of samples obtained by repressing and re-sintering.

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