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Development of Cold-sprayed Boron Carbide Metal Matrix Composite Coatings for Wear Resistance Applications
DownloadSpring 2017
Low-pressure cold spraying was used to fabricate boron carbide-based metal matrix composite coatings for wear resistance applications. Titanium carbide and tungsten carbide-based metal matrix composite coatings were also evaluated to allow for comparison. Powder blends containing 50, 75, and 92...
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Fabrication of WC-based Metal Matrix Composite Coatings via Low-pressure Cold Spraying for Enhanced Surface Properties
DownloadFall 2013
A low-cost, low-pressure cold spray unit was used to fabricate tungsten carbide (WC)-based metal matrix composite (MMC) coatings. A variety of coatings were fabricated and characterized. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), coupled with image analysis, Vickers micro-hardness, and X-ray diffraction...
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Thermally Sprayed Coatings as Resistive Heating Systems for Wind Turbine Blades and Airfoils
DownloadSpring 2023
Accumulation of ice on the surface of wind turbine blades and aircraft wings in cold environments causes serious issues such as decrease in performance and efficiency. Ice accretion alters the geometrical profile and aerodynamic performance of the surface and increases the weight of the original...