Influence of vacuum heat treatment on structure and micro-hardness of electroless Ni-P-SiC composite coating

The electroless Ni-P-SiC composite coatings were prepared and the influence of vacuum heat treatment on its structure and properties was analyzed. The Ni-P-SiC composite coatings were characterized by morphology,structure and micro-hardness. The morphology and structure of the Ni-P-SiC composite coatings were studied by scanning electron microscopy(SEM) and X-ray diffractometry(XRD),respectively. A great deal of particles incorporation and uniform distribution were found in Ni-P-SiC composite coatings. XRD results show a broad peak of nickel and low intensity SiC peaks present on as-deposited condition. Micro-hardness of as-deposited Ni-P-SiC composite coatings is improved greatly,and the best micro-hardness is obtained after heat treatment in a high vacuum at 400 ℃ .

Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) Analysis and Hardness of Diffusion Bonded Titanium-Titanium and Titanium-Copper Plates with Static Force and without Interlayers

In the present research, commercially pure Ti (grade-2) has been diffusion bonded with Ti and Cu plate under static force without any interlayers. The diffusion bonded samples were tested for micro hardness and micro structural analysis through optical microscopy and SEM. It is found from the present investigation that the bonded zone is affected by the processing variables such as bonding time (1 - 2 h), bonding force (250 N), bonding temperature (973 - 1073 K) and surface roughness. Results of the investigation revealed that temperature range of ?973 - 1073 K along with time duration of 1 - 2 hours in vacuum has resulted in a joint having high hardness with minimum pores. Hardness of the bond depends on the grain boundary diffusion at the interface and maximum hardness was achieved in the case of Ti-Cu joints. When Ti-Cu plates were used for bonding at 973 K for 2 hours, Cu-Ti solid solution along with a zone of different intermetallics was formed in the bonded zone. However, at higher temperatures, no continuous zone of intermetallics was found in the bonded region but instead Ti-Cu solid solution appeared.

Electrochemical Corrosion Study in H2SO4 of NiAl with Cu Additions, Microstructure and Micro-Hardness at Room Temperature

For many years, intermetallic materials promise applications in a wide variety of technology areas. NiAl intermetallic compound is material that exhibits important characteristics such as high corrosion resistance and low density besides its ability to retain strength and stiffness at elevated temperatures. However NiAl intermetallic is too hard, brittle and exhibits very low ductility at room temperature being the reason because this material is not yet available for structural applications. In order to increase the ductility of the NiAl intermetallic compound, the addition of a third alloying element has been proved, nevertheless it is important to determine if such additions decrease or increase the hardness and the corrosion resistance of the alloy. So, the present investigation reports the corrosion performance of the NiAl intermetallic compound modified with Cu, emphasizing the EIS analysis and the relation between physical parameters and the modelling equations used in the Equivalent Electric Circuit. It was found that the addition of Cu promotes the formation of the γ’-Ni3Al phase in Cu contents greater than 15 at. %, in addition to a decrease in micro hardness and an increment in the Icorr values. In this way, the electrochemical characterization evidenced a high corrosion resistance of these intermetallic alloys.

Microstructure Characterization and Indentation Hardness Testing Behavior of Mg-8Sn-xAl-1Zn Alloys

The influence of Al content on microstructure characterization and indentation hardness testing behavior of Mg-8Sn-x Al(x=1 wt%, 2 wt%, 3 wt%)-1Zn alloys was investigated by optical microscope, Pandat software, X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope, differential scanning calorimetry and a microhardness testing equipment. The results can be summarized as follows: when the Al content is 1 wt%, the alloy is composed of α-Mg and Mg2 Sn phases; while the new phase of Mgx(Al Zn)1-x can be observed and the morphology of Mg2 Sn phase transfers from the semi-continuous network to the dispersed particles with further addition of Al content to 2 wt% and 3 wt%. The dendrite arm spacing(DAS) deceases firstly and then slightly increases with the increase of Al content. The micro-hardness of Mg-8Sn-x Al(x=1 wt%, 2 wt%, 3 wt%)-1Zn also increases with increasing of Al content. Moreover, the indentation size effect(ISE) in Vickers hardness for Mg-8Sn-1Al-1Zn alloy was observed with the applied test load ranging from 0.490 to 4.903 N.

Residual Stresses and Micro-Hardness Testing in Evaluating the Heat Affected Zone’s Width of Ferritic Ductile Iron Arc Welds

Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in Ductile Irons (DI) is often required by foundries for practical manufacturing reasons. The mechanical properties of the welded structures are strongly dependent on their HAZ’s width. A model based on the behaviour of the ferritic matrix of high-Si DIs in order to make an approach in measuring their HAZ’s width is developed in this study. A series of thermal treatments on 3.35 and 3.75 wt% Si as-cast DIs and spot SMAWs is applied on these materials. The applied SMAWs are done on non-preheated and preheated samples (150℃ - 300℃). For welding we modify the amperage (100 - 140A). The micro-hardness Vickers changes in the ferrite of the as-cast samples and inside the HAZ of the welded ones can be attributed to the existence of residual stresses (RS) in the ferritic matrix and assist in estimating the HAZ’s width.

Corrosion effect on the flexural strength &micro-hardness of ips e-max ceramics

Objectives: The effect of ceramics construction (press- able, machinable) and corrosion on flexural strength and micro-hardness was studied. Materials & Methods: Two types of ceramics were tested: IPS e-max Press and IPS e-max CAD. Forty samples were constructed and divided into 2 groups according to the type of ceramics. Each group was then subdivided into 2 subgroups. Subgroups 1 were not subjected to corrosion while subgroups 2 were subjected to corro-sion test. Finally each subgroup was divided into 2 classes according to the type of test: biaxial flexural strength, micro-hardness. Results: There was a sig-nificant difference between the two tested ceramics as regard weight loss as IPS e-max CAD recorded less weight loss than IPS e-max Press. As regard the flex-ural strength, IPS e-max CAD recorded significant higher strength than IPS e-max Press. Corroded sam- ples recorded significant lower flexural strength than non-corroded samples for the two tested ceramics. As regard the Vickers micro-hardness test, the results showed significant difference between the two tested ceramics. IPS e-max CAD recorded higher mi-cro-hardness values than IPS e-max Press. The results also showed that the corroded samples recorded no significant micro-hardness values than non- corroded samples for the two tested ceramics. Conclusions: IPS e-max CAD recorded less weight loss weight loss after being subjected to corrosion test than IPS e-max Press. The method of fabrication affected the flexural strength &micro-hardness of ceramic as machinable ceramic (e-max CAD) recorded significant higher data than pressable ceramic (e-mas Press). Corrosion decreased the flexural strength of both tested ceramics but had no effect on micro- hardness.

Microstructure and micro-hardness of the Inconel 718 superalloy coating prepared by cold gas dynamic spraying

Inconel 718 superalloy coating was prepared on a martensitic steel substrate by cold gas dynamic spraying （ CGDS ）. Microstructure and micro-hardness of the coating were characterized by means of scanning electronic microscope （SEM） ,energy dispersive spectrometer （EDS）, and micro-hardness and nano-indentation tests. The results have indicated that the coating＇ s thickness can reach more than 300 um, and there exists a good interfacial cohesion between the coating and the substrate. The quantity and size of the defects at the bottom, middle and top areas increase gradually. There is no significant change to the original microstructure of the Inconel 718 superalloy particle after the process of CGDS ;and an obvious torsional deformation on the particle＇ s profile is produced while little deformation at the center part occurs. The micro-hardness of the coating at the bottom, middle and top areas decreases in turn. Compared with the bottom area, the micro-hardness of the middle and top areas decreases by about 10% and 21%, respectively. The nano-hardness of the coating is much lower than the original particle,which decreases by about 13.5% at the bottom area and 28% at the top area,respectively. The distribution of micro-defects is an important factor to the micro-hardness of the coating.

微纳米α-Al_(2)O_(3)改性丙烯酸树脂-有机硅烷复合钝化对不锈钢硬度及耐蚀性的影响

通过微纳米α-Al_(2)O_(3)改性丙烯酸树脂-有机硅烷复合而成的无铬钝化液作用于不锈钢基板表面,探究其在不锈钢表面形成的微纳米α-Al_(2)O_(3)钝化膜对不锈钢表层性能的影响。通过表面硬度测试、扫描电镜测试,分析基板表面特征。同时,通过涂层附着力测试和电化学测试,探究涂层的粘结强度和基板的耐蚀性能。结果表明,经微纳米α-Al_(2)O_(3)改性的无铬钝化液使不锈钢板材的耐蚀性显著提升,同时对其表面硬度的提升效果达到80%。

FSP制备Cu-La_(2)O_(3)表层性能分析

为了改善纯铜的耐磨性,通过FSP的打孔填粉的方式在纯铜板材中植入氧化镧,使用FSP的方式,使其分布均匀,并对加工后的样品进行了硬度及耐磨性测试。结果表明,添加的氧化镧粉末在经过FSP后能均匀扩散至样品表面,其硬度值高于母材及对照组,平均硬度相较于母材提升了约24.2%,同时Cu-La_(2)O_(3)表层具有更好的耐磨性,其在常温条件下的磨损量仅为母材的17.6%。

Application of Hooke &Jeeves Algorithm in Optimizing Fusion Zone Grain Size and Hardness of Pulsed Current Micro Plasma Arc Welded AISI 304L Sheets

AISI 304L is an austenitic Chromium-Nickel stainless steel offering the optimum combination of corrosion resistance, strength and ductility. These attributes make it a favorite for many mechanical components. The paper focuses on developing mathematical models to predict grain size and hardness of pulsed current micro plasma arc welded AISI 304L joints. Four factors, five level, central composite rotatable design matrix is used to optimize the number of experiments. The mathematical models have been developed by Response Surface Method (RSM) and its adequacy is checked by Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) technique. By using the developed mathematical models, grain size and hardness of the weld joints can be predicted with 99% confidence level. The developed mathematical models have been optimized using Hooke and Jeeves algorithm to minimize grain size and maximize the hardness.

Effects of Micro Vibration Therapy Nursing Care on Muscle Hardness and Skin Blood Flow: A Pre/Post Group Comparison Study

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of Micro Vibrational therapy (MVT) on muscle stiffness and blood flow in the skin before and after Micro Vibrational therapy in healthy subjects in order to scientifically verify the effects of MVT. Methods: Micro Vibrational therapy is nurse care use in Japan. It was performed on the backs of 30 subjects (8 males and 22 females) in their 20 s to 50 s according to the eligibility criteria. The resting state before implementation was set as the baseline for the control group, and after 30 seconds of MVT was set as the intervention group. The effects of the MVT were statistically analyzed by these factors and subjective sensation by Visual Analog Scale. Results: The muscle hardness of the area where the MVT was applied for 30 seconds decreased to 29.54 (SD 5.04) after the application, compared to 30.45 (SD 5.05) before. A corresponding t-test showed a significant difference (p = 0.019). Skin blood flow increased from a median of 0.76 (variance 0.062) before to a median of 0.86 (variance 0.16) after the procedure. The Wilcoxon rank test showed a significant difference (p = 0.000). Circulatory response was confirmed by SBP, DBP, and HR. SBP of 108.6 mmHg (SD 14.8) before the study decreased to 105.7 mmHg (SD 15.0) after the study, and DBP of 65.6 mmHg (SD 11.1) before the study decreased to 62.7 mmHg (SD 11.8) after the study. HR decreased from 71.6 beats per minute (SD 10.3) before to 69.2 beats per minute (SD 11.7) after. There was a significant difference in all cardiovascular indices (p < 0.05). VAS (pain, stiffness, and fatigue) was significantly decreased after MVT (p < 0.05). Conclusion: Micro Vibrational therapy tended to decrease muscle hardness and increase skin blood flow even in the short time of 30 seconds. The results suggest that local vibration stimulation is not likely to cause a sudden increase in blood pressure or pulse rate fluctuation. These results suggest that hand vibration nursing care may be applicable to acute patients with unstable circulatory conditions.

WC-10Co4Cr涂层的制备工艺及性能研究

WC-10Co4Cr涂层具有高硬度和良好耐磨损性能,在航空领域应用广泛。采用超音速火焰喷涂法在A100钢表面制备了WC-10Co4Cr涂层,通过正交实验法确定最佳制备工艺,在最佳工艺条件下制备WC-10Co4Cr涂层,测试了涂层的显微硬度、残余应力、结合强度和摩擦系数。结果表明,最佳工艺条件是煤油流量为5.8 SCFH,氧气流量为1900 SCFH,喷涂距离为350 mm,送粉速率为9.5 r/min。在最佳工艺条件下制备的WC-10Co4Cr涂层平均显微维氏硬度为1137,硬度明显高于A100合金钢基底,残余应力造成的弧高值为0.373 mm,涂层的结合强度高于70.9 MPa。制备的WC-10Co4Cr涂层在显微硬度、残余应力和结合强度方面均能达到航空行业标准。WC-10Co4Cr涂层的磨损深度和磨损体积明显低于A100合金钢基底,具有更高的耐磨损性能。A100合金钢的磨损机制为黏着磨损,WC-10Co4Cr涂层的磨损机制为磨粒磨损。

Design and Manufacturing of Ultra-Hard Micro-Milling Tool

Based on the study of existing typical micro-milling tools and the actual demand for micro-milling tools, the P3 design principle and design flow for ultra-hard micro-milling tool were introduced to give basic guidance for the optimization of micro-milling tools. Then, according to the P3 design flow, the manufacturing process of polycrystalline diamond(PCD) micro-milling tool was proposed, and the PCD micro-milling tool with diameter of 0.5 mm was developed. Finally, the micro-milling test on the slot was carried out to study the milling performance of PCD micromilling tool.

Effects of cathodic component of current on porosity and hardness characteristics of micro plasma oxidation(MPO) coatings on aluminum alloy

Micro plasma oxidation(MPO) has recently been investigated as a novel, rapid and effective means to provide modified surfaces with improved properties of load bearing and wear resistance on light alloys particularly aluminum alloys. MPO is a multifactor-controlled process, these factors must be controlled to produce high quality coatings. The main research emphasis in MPO coating development over the past years seems to be the attainment of higher hardness levels and thick coatings. The porosity of MPO coating is the most complex phenomenon affecting the distribution, levels and the measurements of the hardness; and it is controlled by suitable selection of important parameters such as the electrical conditions. Ceramics coatings were synthesized on Al substrate by MPO to examine the effects of adding a cathodic phase alternated with anodic-cathodic current on the porosity and hardness characteristics of coatings by X-ray diffraction(XRD), scanning electron microscopy(SEM), and microhardness tester. The coatings produced by the combined mode are more dense and less porous than that by the anodic-cathodic mode. (Microhardness) test shows that the coatings produced by the combined mode exhibit both the highest hardness, and less reduction percentage in hardness with increasing the coatings thickness. These improvements become more significant for the polished and thicker coatings.

STUDY ON COMPOSITION, MICROSTRUCTURE AND HARDNESS OF DLC FILMS BY VCAD

DLC super-hard films have been deposited on the substrates of single crystalline Si, pure Ti and stainless steel 18-8 by a method of vacuum cathode arc deposition (VCAD). The composition, microstructure and micro-hardness of the films have been studied in this paper. The results indicate that hardness of the DLC films is different on the different substrates. Hardness of the films increases with decreasing in surface roughness of the films. The maximum value of micro-hardness belongs to the DLC films deposited under the hydrogen pressure of 0.35Pa and the negative bias of 100V.

退火温度对Cu-Fe-P合金显微组织及性能的影响

对C19210(Cu-0.1Fe-0.03P)合金经不同温度退火后的显微组织进行观察,并对其抗拉强度、显微硬度、导电率等进行测试。结果表明,在200~500℃退火时,轧制态C19210合金依次发生的是回复和再结晶。当退火温度升高时,C19210合金的抗拉强度呈下降趋势,但在加工硬化减弱、弥散强化加强及晶粒尺寸演变的共同作用下,450℃时抗拉强度轻微上升至416 MPa。C19210合金的延伸率和电导率随退火温度的升高呈上升趋势,显微硬度呈下降趋势,但由于第二相析出,400℃退火时硬度提升至128HV,随后迅速下降。

Analysis of Fatigue and Microhardness in Metallic Powder Mixed EDM

The objective of this work research is to investigate the potential of using metallic powder mixed with electrical discharge machining (EDM) dielectric when machining hard electrically conductive materials. Nowadays, the development of industries requires hard materials for various applications. Machining the hard materials using the traditional processes lead to tool break and poor machined product. Even when the conventional EDM can machine hard material as long as it is electrically conductive materials, the machined parts still present drawbacks. Metallic powder mixed with EDM dielectric (PMEDM) was hypothesized to improve the machined part. The presence of metallic powder ensures uniform distribution of spark and the electrical density of the spark decreases which reduces craters, cracks and voids on machined surface. The transfer and deposit of alloying elements during powder mixed electrical discharge machining improve the machined surface properties particularly micro-hardness and fatigue. Discharge current (IP), gap voltage (GapV), ON-time (ON) and aluminum powder are selected as machined variable parameters and the output responses are fatigue performance, micro-hardness and surface topography. The workpiece material selected is molybdenum high speed steel. Micro-hardness was determined using micro-hardness tester device. The fatigue performance was determined using empirical equation. Analysis of material transfer was done using energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) attached to FESEM. EDS analysis involves the generation of an X-ray spectrum from the entire scan area of the SEM. The use of PMEDM improved the fatigue, the micro-harness and the machined surface morphology as the above-mentioned parameters increased.

Modification of Nano-α-Al2O3 and Its Influence on the Surface Properties of Waterborne Polyurethane Resin Composite Passivation Films

Silane coupling agent KH560 was used to modify the surface of nano-α-Al2O3 in ethanol-aqueous solution with different proportions. The particle size of nano-α-Al2O3 was determined by nano-particle size analyzer, and the effects of nano-α-Al2O3 content, ethanol-aqueous solution ratio and KH560 dosage on the dispersion and particle size of nano-α-Al2O3 were investigated. The material structure before and after modification was determined by Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). Aqueous polyurethane resin and inorganic components are combined with modified nano-α-Al2O3 dispersion to form chromium-free passivation solution. The solution is coated on the galvanized sheet, the adhesion and surface hardness are tested, the bonding strength of the coating and the surface hardness of the substrate are discussed. The corrosion resistance and surface morphology of the matrix were investigated by electrochemical test, neutral salt spray test and scanning electron microscope test. The chromium-free passivation film formed after the modification of nano-α-Al2O3 increases the surface hardness of galvanized sheet by about 85%. The corrosion resistance of the film is better than that of a single polyurethane film. The results show that the surface hardness and corrosion resistance of polyurethane resin composite passivation film are significantly improved by the introduction of nano-α-Al2O3.

5-羟色胺转运蛋白显像剂^(11)C-DASB的自动化合成及Micro PET/CT显像

目的:自动化合成5-羟色胺转运蛋白显像剂11 C-DASB并进行大鼠Micro PET/CT显像;方法:通过改变甲基化试剂、溶解前体溶剂及反应条件,得到优化的标记条件作为碳-11多功能合成模块的输入参数,进行自动化合成11 C-DASB,大鼠静脉注射11 C-DASB 45 min后进行显像;结果:采用11 C-CH3-Triflate作为甲基化试剂,通入新配制的含1mg去甲基DASB前体的500μL DMSO溶液内,80℃下加热2min,标准率为63.7%,大鼠显像表明,11 C-DASB特异性的浓聚于SERT富集区域;结论:经优化,11 C-DASB自动化合成可得到较高产率,大鼠显像表明,其特异性浓聚于SERT富集区域,有望作为5-羟色胺转运蛋白显像剂。

^(18)F-氟赤硝基咪唑micro PET/CT评价裸鼠乳腺癌早期放疗疗效实验研究

目的探讨^(18)F-氟赤硝基咪唑micro PET/CT评价裸鼠MDA-MB231乳腺癌早期放疗疗效的价值。方法建立16只裸鼠MDA-MB231乳腺癌模型,将其按照随机对照原则分为两组:对照组(A组)、放疗组(B组),每组8只。每组裸鼠行micro PET/CT显像,测定每只裸鼠肿瘤SUVmax值。完成显像后,常规HE染色观察每组肿瘤组织形态学特征,免疫组化方法测定每组肿瘤细胞乏氧诱导因子-1α(HIF-1α)的表达情况。结果放疗前,对照组与放疗组SUVmax值差异无统计学意义(t=0. 375,P> 0. 05)。放疗组放疗后48 h裸鼠肿瘤组织SUVmax值较放疗前(t=9. 958,P <0. 05)、放疗后24 h(t=16. 506,P <0. 05)明显降低,差异有统计学意义(F=58. 860,P <0. 05)。放疗后24 h SUVmax值也低于放疗前24 h(t=5. 405,P <0. 05),差异有统计学意义。HE染色结果显示放疗组肿瘤细胞坏死较对照组更加明显。免疫组化结果显示放疗组放疗后HIF-1α表达阳性率明显低于放疗前(t=14. 802,P <0. 05),差异具有统计学意义。相关性分析结果显示肿瘤SUVmax与HIF-1α的表达呈明显正相关性(r=0. 865,P <0. 05)。结论^(18)F-氟赤硝基咪唑micro PET/CT可以监测肿瘤内部的乏氧状态,并且可以评价裸鼠MDA-MB231乳腺癌的早期放疗疗效。