Processing and Advancements in the Development of Thermal Barrier Coatings: A Review
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Abstract
Thermal barrier coating is critical for thermal insulation technology, making the underlying base metal capable of operating at a melting temperature of 1150 °C. By increasing the temperature of incoming gases, engineers can improve the thermal and mechanical performance of gas turbine blades and the piston cylinder arrangement. Recent developments in the field of thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) have made this material suitable for use in a variety of fields, including the aerospace and diesel engine industries. Changes in the turbine blade microstructure brought on by its operating environment determine how long and reliable it will be. In addition, the effectiveness of multi-layer, composite and functionally graded coatings depends heavily on the deposition procedures used to create them. This research aims to clarify the connection between workplace conditions, coating morphology and application methods. This article presents a high-level overview of the many coating processes and design procedures employed for TBCs to enhance the coating’s surface quality. To that end, this review is primarily concerned with the cultivation, processing and characteristics of engineered TBCs that have aided in the creation of specialized coatings for use in industrial settings.
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OpenAlex topics: High-Temperature Coating Behaviors · Catalytic Processes in Materials Science · Advanced materials and composites
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Department of Mechanical Engineering, DAV University, Jalandhar 144012, India
School of Mechanical Engineering, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144411, India
Division of Research and Development, Lovely Professional University, Phagwara 144411, India
Department of Mechanical Engineering, GLA University, Mathura 281406, India
Department of Mechanics and Strength of Materials, Politehnica University Timisoara, 1 Mihai Viteazu Avenue, 300 222 Timisoara, Romania
Division of Research & Innovation, Uttaranchal University, Dehradun 248007, India
State Key Laboratory of Mechanical System and Vibration, School of Mechanical Engineering, Shanghai Jiao Tong University, Shanghai 200240, China
Funding
Romanian Ministry of Research, Innovation and Digitalization
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