Effect of Titanium Dioxide Nanoparticles on Growth and Biomass Accumulation in Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

The use of titanium dioxide nanoparticles (nTiO2) is gaining interest in agriculture because of their impact on many aspects of plant growth. The present study examines the effects of nTiO2 (5 nm and 10 nm) applied to seeds and the seedlings as a foliar application on various aspects of growth characteristics and biomass accumulation in lettuce (Lactuca sativa, cv. Grand Rapids). Application of 10 nm nTiO2 to seeds through imbibition resulted in a significant reduction in shoot biomass accumulation while 5 nm nTiO2 did not affect the biomass accumulation in lettuce. The application of 10 nm nTiO2 reduced the fresh shoot biomass accumulation by about 18% compared to the control plants. Other growth characteristics such as shoot dry biomass, root fresh and dry biomass, plant height, and leaf area were not affected by the application of both 5 nm and 10 nm nTiO2. In addition, foliar application of these nanoparticles to the lettuce seedlings did not have a significant effect on most of the growth parameters examined, and the increasing concentration ranging from 5 nm/L to 400 mg/L did not produce a consistent response in lettuce. Thus, nTiO2 application to lettuce seeds had a notable negative impact on shoot growth while foliar application did not have a significant effect on many plant growth characteristics. However, foliar applications produced some symptoms of toxicity to the foliage in the form of necrotic or chlorotic patches on the leaves, which were more pronounced with increasing concentrations of both 5 nm and 10 nm nTiO2. However, these symptoms were apparent at a concentration as low as 50 mg/L of nTiO2. Thus, foliar application of nTiO2 may not have a significant impact on many of the growth characteristics in lettuce, but it can result in foliar toxicity.

Review on the Fabrication of Surface Functional Structures for Enhancing Bioactivity of Titanium and Titanium Alloy Implants

Titanium and its alloys have been widely applied in many biomedical fields because of its excellent mechanical properties,corrosion resistance and good biocompatibility.However,problems such as rejection,shedding and infection will occur after titanium alloy implantation due to the low biological activity of titanium alloy surface.The structures with specific functions,which can enhance osseointegration and antibacterial properties,are fabricated on the surface of titanium implants to improve the biological activity between the titanium implants and human tissues.This paper presents a comprehensive review of recent developments and applications of surface functional structure in titanium and titanium alloy implants.The applications of surface functional structure on different titanium and titanium alloy implants are introduced,and their manufacturing technologies are summarized and compared.Furthermore,the fabrication of various surface functional structures used for titanium and titanium alloy implants is reviewed and analyzed in detail.Finally,the challenges affecting the development of surface functional structures applied in titanium and titanium alloy implants are outlined,and recommendations for future research are presented.

Integrated high-performance and accurate shaping technology of low-cost powder metallurgy titanium alloys: A comprehensive review

The practical engineering applications of powder metallurgy (PM) Ti alloys produced through cold compaction and pressure-less sintering are impeded by poor sintering densification, embrittlement caused by excessive O impurities, and severe sintering deforma-tion resulting from the use of heterogeneous powder mixtures. This review presents a summary of our previous work on addressing the above challenges. Initially, we proposed a novel strategy using reaction-induced liquid phases to enhance sintering densification. Near- complete density (relative density exceeding 99%) was achieved by applying the above strategy and newly developed sintering aids. By focusing on the O-induced embrittlement issue, we determined the onset dissolution temperature of oxide films in the Ti matrix. On the basis of this finding, we established a design criterion for effective O scavengers that require reaction with oxide films before their dissol-ution. Consequently, a ductile PM Ti alloy was successfully obtained by introducing 0.3wt% NdB6 as the O scavenger. Lastly, a powder- coating strategy was adopted to address the sintering deformation issue. The ultrafine size and shell-like distribution characteristics of coating particles ensured rapid dissolution and homogeneity in the Ti matrix, thereby facilitating linear shrinkage during sintering. As a result, geometrically complex Ti alloy parts with high dimensional accuracy were fabricated by using the coated powder. Our fundament-al findings and related technical achievements enabled the development of an integrated production technology for the high-performance and accurate shaping of low-cost PM Ti alloys. Additionally, the primary engineering applications and progress in the industrialization practice of our developed technology are introduced in this review.

Recent innovations in laser additive manufacturing of titanium alloys

Titanium(Ti)alloys are widely used in high-tech fields like aerospace and biomedical engineering.Laser additive manufacturing(LAM),as an innovative technology,is the key driver for the development of Ti alloys.Despite the significant advancements in LAM of Ti alloys,there remain challenges that need further research and development efforts.To recap the potential of LAM high-performance Ti alloy,this article systematically reviews LAM Ti alloys with up-to-date information on process,materials,and properties.Several feasible solutions to advance LAM Ti alloys are reviewed,including intelligent process parameters optimization,LAM process innovation with auxiliary fields and novel Ti alloys customization for LAM.The auxiliary energy fields(e.g.thermal,acoustic,mechanical deformation and magnetic fields)can affect the melt pool dynamics and solidification behaviour during LAM of Ti alloys,altering microstructures and mechanical performances.Different kinds of novel Ti alloys customized for LAM,like peritecticα-Ti,eutectoid(α+β)-Ti,hybrid(α+β)-Ti,isomorphousβ-Ti and eutecticβ-Ti alloys are reviewed in detail.Furthermore,machine learning in accelerating the LAM process optimization and new materials development is also outlooked.This review summarizes the material properties and performance envelops and benchmarks the research achievements in LAM of Ti alloys.In addition,the perspectives and further trends in LAM of Ti alloys are also highlighted.

Antimicrobial Activity, Structural, Crystallographic and Thermal Characteristics of Alpha-Titanium Phosphate Promoted by Silver Ions

The recent global spread of the pandemic underscores the necessity of seeking new materials effective against microorganisms. Nanotechnology offers avenues for developing multifunctional materials. In this study, alpha-titanium phosphate (α-TiP) nanoparticles were synthesized and treated with silver salt to enhance their antimicrobial properties. The physicochemical characteristics and antimicrobial activity were evaluated. It was revealed by X-ray diffraction analysis that the structural integrity of α-TiP was influenced by ethylenediamine and silver ions. Distinct degradation profiles for each chemical modification were shown by thermogravimetric analysis. Infrared spectroscopy detected shifts and new absorption peaks in the spectra depending on the type of modification. Energy dispersive spectroscopy confirmed the disaggregation of α-TiP galleries following the addition of silver salt, which increased their effectiveness against microorganisms. Notably, only the sample treated with silver ions exhibited antimicrobial action. Antimicrobial activity was tested against the bacteria of medical importance Escherichia coli, Salmonella Enteritidis, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Staphylococcus aureus, Bacillus cereus, Listeria momocytogenes and the yeast Candida albicans. All microorganisms were inhibited by sample containing silver. Minor inhibition was observed against the Gram-positive bacteria L. monocytogenes and Bacillus cereus, while the greatest inhibition occurred against the fungus (yeast) C. albicans. The results revealed a potential application of the nanoparticles for control of microorganisms in public health.

负压封闭引流联合保留臀上动脉浅支的臀大肌肌皮瓣修复骶尾部IV期压疮的临床效果

目的:探讨负压封闭引流联合保留臀上动脉浅支的臀大肌旋转肌皮瓣修复骶尾部压疮的临床效果。方法:选取2019年6月—2023年10月温州医科大学附属第一医院收治的12例骶尾部压疮患者,其中男7例,女5例,年龄31~86岁。入院后I期予行负压封闭引流术,4~7 d后行保留臀上动脉浅支的臀大肌肌皮瓣修复创面。观察术后皮瓣成活情况、并发症发生情况,随访观察皮瓣外形、压疮复发情况。结果:本组12例患者,均因长期卧床致骶尾部受压出现IV期压疮,压疮病因:截瘫患者5例,各种原因所致的长期卧床患者7例,其中脑梗死后遗症患者2例,帕金森病患者3例,老年痴呆症患者1例,股骨颈骨折患者1例。病程2周至8年,清创后创面面积为5.0 cm×5.0 cm~10.0 cm×12.0 cm。12例患者术后皮瓣均完全成活,无皮瓣坏死、静脉淤血、创缘开裂等发生。术后随访2~6个月,皮瓣外形较佳、骶尾部软组织饱满、压疮无复发。结论:保留臀上动脉浅支的臀大肌旋转肌皮瓣血运可靠,设计、操作简单,皮瓣可修复面积大,切取不需要离断臀上动脉浅支,供瓣区一般能直接缝合,修复骶尾部压疮效果较佳。

IV型车载储氢瓶聚合物内衬材料的氢气渗透性分析

详细总结论述了气体在高分子聚合物材料中的渗透机理,并简要介绍了有关IV型储氢瓶聚合物内衬氢气渗透性的测试方法以及国内外测试标准。基于此,进一步探讨了测试温度、测试压力以及聚合物材料性能对IV型储氢瓶内衬材料氢气渗透性的影响,并展望了未来的发展方向。

基于MIMIC-IV构建及评估脓毒症患者近期和远期死亡风险预测模型

目的:鉴于脓毒症的高发病率和高病死率,早期识别高风险患者并及时干预至关重要,而现有死亡风险预测模型在操作、适用性和预测长期预后等方面均存在不足。本研究旨在探讨脓毒症患者死亡的危险因素,构建近期和远期死亡风险预测模型。方法:从美国重症监护医学信息数据库IV(Medical Information Mart for Intensive Care-IV,MIMIC-IV)中选取符合脓毒症3.0诊断标准的人群,按7?3的比例随机分为建模组和验证组,分析患者的基线资料。采用单因素Cox回归分析和全子集回归确定脓毒症患者死亡的危险因素并筛选出构建预测模型的变量。分别用时间依赖性曲线下面积(area under the curve,AUC)、校准曲线和决策曲线评估模型的区分度、校准度和临床实用性。结果:共纳入14240例脓毒症患者,28 d和1年病死率分别为21.45%(3054例)和36.50%(5198例)。高龄、女性、高感染相关器官衰竭评分(sepsis-related organ failure assessment,SOFA)、高简明急性生理学评分(simplified acute physiology score II,SAPS II)、心率快、呼吸频率快、脓毒症休克、充血性心力衰竭、慢性阻塞性肺疾病、肝脏疾病、肾脏疾病、糖尿病、恶性肿瘤、高白细胞计数(white blood cell count,WBC)、长凝血酶原时间(prothrombin time,PT)、高血肌酐(serum creatinine,SCr)水平均为脓毒症死亡的危险因素(均P<0.05)。由PT、呼吸频率、体温、合并恶性肿瘤、合并肝脏疾病、脓毒症休克、SAPS II及年龄8个变量构建的模型,其28 d和1年生存的AUC分别为0.717(95%CI 0.710~0.724)和0.716(95%CI 0.707~0.725)。校准曲线和决策曲线表明该模型具有良好的校准度及较好的临床应用价值。结论:基于MIMIC-IV建立的脓毒症患者近期和远期死亡风险预测模型有较好的识别能力,对患者预后风险评估及干预治疗具有一定的临床参考意义。

基于IVE模型重型柴油车尾气排放时空特征分析

该研究基于国际机动车排放(IVE)模型结合GPS轨迹点密度和道路长度的方法,建立了昆明市主城区重型柴油车大气污染物和温室气体的高分辨率网格化排放清单,量化了重型柴油车的行驶特征,确定了车辆的VSP bin分布特征、环境变量和车辆技术特征,改进了污染物空间分配方法。结果表明,昆明市主城区的CO_(2)、NOx和PM日排放总量分别为373.481、2.43和0.193 t。驾驶模式工况主要向VSP bin12趋近,其后逐渐降低;污染物的排放因子随车速变化而有规律的变化。从时间分布来看,污染物的小时排放模式均呈现出双峰趋势,表明交通拥堵和通勤高峰时段是污染物排放的主要时段;将轨迹点密度和网格道路长度作为污染物空间分配的权重因子,能够更真实地反映污染物排放强度的分布模式。

基于STM32F373的光伏组件IV特性测试系统

为准确方便测量光伏组件的IV特性曲线,设计一款基于STM32F373的光伏组件IV特性测试系统,可测量开路电压、短路电流、IV曲线、PV曲线等。该系统由电流控制单元、信号采集单元、软件处理单元、通信单元、上位机显示单元等组成,采用电子负载电路,以STM32F373单片机DAC输出来调节恒流的电流,同时采集光伏电池的输出电压,对采集到的数据进行卡尔曼滤波和曲线拟合,将电压、电流、功率生成IV、PV曲线显示在TFT彩屏上。该系统还可将数据远程传输到PC端进行数据分析与曲线观察。结果表明,该系统采集曲线准确且速度快,性能良好,采集一次IV曲线的时间仅需1 s,测量的电压电流误差小于1%。该系统体积小便于携带且内部带有锂电池,可充电,可在室外使用。

珍珠蚌肉二肽基肽酶-IV抑制肽的制备与分离

目的:以珍珠蚌肉为原料制备对二肽基肽酶(dipeptidyl peptidase,DPP)-IV具有抑制作用的生物活性肽。方法:利用两步酶解法并优化珍珠蚌肉酶解条件,筛选体外DPP-IV抑制活性较高组分进行超滤膜浓缩,Superdex^(TM) peptide 10/300 GL凝胶柱层析与反相高效液相色谱(reverse phase-high performance liquid chromatography,RP-HPLC)技术分离纯化出酶解液中的DPP-IV抑制肽,最终通过液相色谱-串联质谱鉴定其氨基酸序列。结果:中性蛋白酶与碱性蛋白酶对珍珠蚌肉均有良好降解效果,经3 kDa超滤膜浓缩后,酶解产物的DPP-IV抑制率可达67.4%。通过凝胶过滤柱和RP-HPLC进一步分离纯化出6个活性较高的肽段,序列分别为FNAPAM、FIPNY、IYNPPTPF、LAMPYP、FFVVMP和LAGMP。进一步,以分子对接的方式分析6个肽段与DPP-IV的相互作用关系。结论:本研究利用珍珠蚌肉制备DPP-IV抑制肽,可为以水产加工副产物为原料制备功能性食品提供理论参考。

Comparison of electrochemical behaviors of Ti-5Al-2Sn-4Zr-4Mo-2Cr-1Fe and Ti-6Al-4V titanium alloys in NaNO_(3) solution

The Ti-5Al-2Sn-4Zr-4Mo-2Cr-1Fe(β-CEZ)alloy is considered as a potential structural material in the aviation industry due to its outstanding strength and corrosion resistance.Electrochemical machining(ECM)is an efficient and low-cost technology for manufacturing theβ-CEZ alloy.In ECM,the machining parameter selection and tool design are based on the electrochemical dissolution behavior of the materials.In this study,the electrochemical dissolution behaviors of theβ-CEZ and Ti-6Al-4V(TC4)alloys in NaNO3solution are discussed.The open circuit potential(OCP),Tafel polarization,potentiodynamic polarization,electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS),and current efficiency curves of theβ-CEZ and TC4 alloys are analyzed.The results show that,compared to the TC4 alloy,the passivation film structure is denser and the charge transfer resistance in the dissolution process is greater for theβ-CEZ alloy.Moreover,the dissolved surface morphology of the two titanium-based alloys under different current densities are analyzed.Under low current densities,theβ-CEZ alloy surface comprises dissolution pits and dissolved products,while the TC4 alloy surface comprises a porous honeycomb structure.Under high current densities,the surface waviness of both the alloys improves and the TC4 alloy surface is flatter and smoother than theβ-CEZ alloy surface.Finally,the electrochemical dissolution models ofβ-CEZ and TC4 alloys are proposed.

Experimental and numerical studies of titanium foil/steel explosively welded clad plate

Ti/Fe clad plate had attracted extensive attention because of its important application. In order to reduce the titanium layer thickness, the explosive welding of TA1 titanium foil to Q235 steel plate was carried out. The interfacial bonding performance was analyzed by micromorphology analysis and mechanical property test, and the formation process of interfacial wave and molten block in the vortex was simulated by smoothed particle hydrodynamics(SPH) method. The results showed that salt as pressure transfer layer used in explosive welding could play a good buffer effect on the collision between flyer and base layers. Regular waveforms were formed on the bonding interface, and the titanium foil/steel clad plate exhibited good welding quality and bonding property. The crest of the observed interfacial wave moved 200 μm from the beginning to the final formation, and it was important of jet on the formation of interfacial waveform. The interface was mainly bonded in the form of molten layer, and the grains near the interface were streamlined. Molten block containing intermetallic compounds and metal oxides appeared in the vortex of wave crest.

参苓白术散联合桂枝茯苓丸、达格列净治疗2型糖尿病肾病IV期的蛋白尿的随机对照研究

目的:观察参苓白术散联合桂枝茯苓丸、达格列净治疗2型糖尿病肾病IV期患者蛋白尿的临床疗效。方法:收集于2021年9月~2022年9月潍坊市益都中心医院就诊的诊断为2型糖尿病肾病IV期患者60例。采用随机、对照的临床研究设计分为治疗组和对照组,观察患者症状评分、实验室指标、疾病疗效等指标变化。结果:本研究最终纳入统计分析的治疗组29例、对照组28例。治疗后,治疗组的中医证候、蛋白尿、肾小球滤过率(eGFR)、糖化血红蛋白(HbA1c)、D-二聚体、尿NGAL、低密度脂蛋白疗效优于对照组(P 0.05)。对照组经治后,尿NGAL较治疗前明显下降(P < 0.05),其余指标与治疗前均无差异(P < 0.05)。两组均未见不良反应。结论:参苓白术散联合桂枝茯苓丸、达格列净治疗可减轻DKD IV期患者临床症状,降低蛋白尿、NGAL、糖化血红蛋白、D-二聚体、低密度脂蛋白,保护肾小管及肾小球、改善机体高凝状态及血糖,延缓肾功能下降,提高临床疗效。

Green synthesis of three-dimensional magnesium ferrite/titanium dioxide/reduced graphene from Garcinia mangostana extract for crystal violet photodegradation and antibacterial activity

In this study,three-dimensional porous magnesium ferrite/titanium dioxide/reduced graphene oxide(Mg Fe_2O_(4)-GM/TiO_(2)/rGO(MGTG))was successfully synthesized via green and hydrothermal-supported co-precipitation methods using the extract of Garcinia mangostana(G.mangostana)as a reducing agent.The characterization results indicate the successful formation of the nano/micro Mg Fe_(2)O_(4)(MFO)and TiO_(2) on the structure of the reduced graphene oxide(rGO),which can also act as efficient support,alleviating the agglomeration of the nano/micro MFO and TiO_(2).The synergic effects of the adsorption and photodegradation activity of the material were investigated according to the removal of crystal violet(CV)under ultraviolet light.The effects of catalyst dosage,CV concentration,and p H on the CV removal efficiency of the MGTG were also investigated.According to the results,the CV photodegradation of the MGTG-200 corresponded to the pseudo-first-order kinetic model.The reusability of the material after 10 cycles also showed a removal efficiency of 92%.This happened because the materials can easily be recollected using external magnets.In addition,according to the effects of different free radicals·O_(2)^(-),h^(+),and·OH on the photodegradation process,the photocatalysis mechanism of the MGTG was also thoroughly suggested.The antibacterial efficiency of the MGTG was also evaluated according to the inhibition of the Gram-positive bacteria strain Staphylococcus aureus(S.aureus).Concurrently,the antibacterial mechanism of the fabricated material was also proposed.These results confirm that the prepared material can be potentially employed in a wide range of applications,including wastewater treatment and antibacterial activity.

Cu/TiO_(2) Photocatalysts for CO_(2) Reduction: Structure and Evolution of the Cocatalyst Active Form

Extensive work on a Cu-modified TiO_(2) photocatalyst for CO_(2) reduction under visible light irradiation was conducted. The structure of the copper cocatalyst was established using UV-vis diff use refl ectance spectroscopy, high-resolution transmis- sion electron microscopy, X-ray absorption spectroscopy, and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. It was found that copper exists in different states (Cu 0 , Cu^(+) , and Cu^(2+) ), the content of which depends on the TiO_(2) calcination temperature and copper loading. The optimum composition of the cocatalyst has a photocatalyst based on TiO_(2) calcined at 700℃ and modified with 5 wt% copper, the activity of which is 22 μmol/(h·g cat ) (409 nm). Analysis of the photocatalysts after the photocatalytic reaction disclosed that the copper metal on the surface of the calcined TiO_(2) was gradually converted into Cu_(2) O during the photocatalytic reaction. Meanwhile, the metallic copper on the surface of the noncalcined TiO_(2) did not undergo any trans- formation during the reaction.

18例不可切除IV期胸腺鳞癌的临床特征及预后分析

目的:探讨不可切除IV期胸腺鳞癌的临床特征、治疗方式和预后。方法:收集2018年1月1日至2022年12月31日期间就诊于青岛大学附属医院的18例不可切除IV期胸腺鳞癌患者的临床资料和治疗资料,并随访至2024年2月29日。结果:18例患者中男性12例,女性6例,中位发病年龄60岁;TNM分期IVA期9例,IVB期9例;单纯化疗8例,单纯放疗1例,序贯放化疗4例,同步放化疗2例,化疗联合免疫疗法3例。18例患者总进展率66.7%,中位PFS 27 (19~36)个月。IVA期和IVB期进展率分别为33.3%和100.0% (p = 0.009),中位PFS分别为50 (21~79)和21 (5~37)个月(p = 0.008)。单纯化疗,放化疗和化疗联合免疫疗法进展率分别为75.0%,66.7%,和33.3% (p = 0.793),中位PFS分别为24 (16~32),50 (27~73),和10 (4~16)个月(p = 0.057)。结论:不可切除IV期胸腺鳞癌主要采用以化疗为主的综合治疗,总体预后差,IVA期较IVB期好,化疗联合放疗或免疫疗法较单纯化疗好,建议对非广泛转移阶段的患者行精准治疗。

Ballistic performance of titanium-based layered composites made using blended elemental powder metallurgy and hot isostatic pressing

Metal matrix composites tiles based on Ti-6Al-4V(Ti64)alloy,reinforced with 10,20,and 40(vol%)of either TiC or TiB particles were made using press-and-sinter blended elemental powder metallurgy(BEPM)and then bonded together into 3-layer laminated plates using hot isostatic pressing(HIP).The laminates were ballistically tested and demonstrated superior performance.The microstructure and properties of the laminates were analyzed to determine the effect of the BEPM and HIP processing on the ballistic properties of the layered plates.The effect of porosity in sintered composites on further diffusion bonding of the plates during HIP is analyzed to understand the bonding features at the interfaces between different adjacent layers in the laminate.Exceptional ballistic performance of fabricated structures was explained by a significant reduction in the residual porosity of the BEPM products by their additional processing using HIP,which provides an unprecedented increase in the hardness of the layered composites.It is argued that the combination of the used two technologies,BEPM and HIP is principally complimentary for the materials in question with the abilities to solve the essential problems of each used individually.

Growth kinetics of titanium carbide coating by molten salt synthesis process on graphite sheet surface

The synthesis of carbide coatings on graphite substrates using molten salt synthesis(MSS),has garnered significant interest due to its cost-effective nature.This study investigates the reaction process and growth kinetics involved in MSS,shedding light on key aspects of the process.The involvement of Ti powder through liquid-phase mass transfer is revealed,where the diffusion distance and quantity of Ti powder play a crucial role in determining the reaction rate by influencing the C content gradient on both sides of the carbide.Furthermore,the growth kinetics of the carbide coating are predominantly governed by the diffusion behavior of C within the carbide layer,rather than the chemical reaction rate.To analyze the kinetics,the thickness of the carbide layer is measured with respect to heat treatment time and temperature,unveiling a parabolic relationship within the temperature range of 700-1300℃.The estimated activation energy for the reaction is determined to be 179283 J·mol^(-1).These findings offer valuable insights into the synthesis of carbide coatings via MSS,facilitating their optimization and enhancing our understanding of their growth mechanisms and properties for various applications.

Tribological Behaviors of Electroless Nickel-Boron Coating on Titanium Alloy Surface

Titanium alloys are excellent structural materials in engineering fields,but their poor tribological properties limit their further applications.Electroless plating is an effective method to enhance the tribological performance of alloys,but it is difficult to efficiently apply to titanium alloys,due to titanium alloy’s strong chemical activity.In this work,the electroless Nickel-Boron(Ni-B)coating was successfully deposited on the surface of titanium alloy(Ti-6AL-4V)via a new pre-treatment process.Then,linearly reciprocating sliding wear tests were performed to evaluate the tribological behaviors of titanium alloy and its electroless Ni-B coatings.It was found that the Ni-B coatings can decrease the wear rate of the titanium alloy from 19.89×10^(−3)mm^(3)to 0.41×10^(−3)mm^(3),which attributes to the much higher hardness of Ni-B coatings.After heat treatment,the hardness of Ni-B coating further increases corresponding to coating crystallization and hard phase formation.However,heat treatment does not improve the tribological performance of Ni-B coating,due to the fact that higher brittleness and more severe oxidative wear exacerbate the damage of heat-treated coatings.Furthermore,the Ni-B coatings heat-treated both in air and nitrogen almost present the same tribological performance.The finding of this work on electroless coating would further extend the practical applications of titanium alloys in the engineering fields.