Overview of Surface Modification Techniques for Titanium Alloys in Modern Material Science: A Comprehensive Analysis
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Abstract
Titanium alloys are acclaimed for their remarkable biocompatibility, high specific strength, excellent corrosion resistance, and stable performance in high and low temperatures. These characteristics render them invaluable in a multitude of sectors, including biomedicine, shipbuilding, aerospace, and daily life. According to the different phases, the alloys can be broadly categorized into α-titanium and β-titanium, and these alloys demonstrate unique properties shaped by their respective phases. The hexagonal close-packed structure of α-titanium alloys is notably associated with superior high-temperature creep resistance but limited plasticity. Conversely, the body-centered cubic structure of β-titanium alloys contributes to enhanced slip and greater plasticity. To optimize these alloys for specific industrial applications, alloy strengthening is often necessary to meet diverse environmental and operational demands. The impact of various processing techniques on the microstructure and metal characteristics of titanium alloys is reviewed and discussed in this research. This article systematically analyzes the effects of machining, shot peening, and surface heat treatment methods, including surface quenching, carburizing, and nitriding, on the structure and characteristics of titanium alloys. This research is arranged and categorized into three categories based on the methods of processing and treatment: general heat treatment, thermochemical treatment, and machining. The results of a large number of studies show that surface treatment can significantly improve the hardness and friction mechanical properties of titanium alloys. At present, a single treatment method is often insufficient. Therefore, composite treatment methods combining multiple treatment techniques are expected to be more widely used in the future. The authors provide an overview of titanium alloy modification methods in recent years with the aim of assisting and promoting further research in the very important and promising direction of multi-technology composite treatment.
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OpenAlex topics: Titanium Alloys Microstructure and Properties · High Entropy Alloys Studies · Additive Manufacturing Materials and Processes
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Affiliations
School of Mechanical Engineering, Hunan University of Science and Technology, Xiangtan 411201, China
State Key Laboratory of Precision Manufacturing for Extreme Service Performance, Light Alloy Research Institute, Central South University, Changsha 410083, China
College of Mechanical Engineering, Key Laboratory of Hunan Province of Equipment Safety Service Technology under Extreme Environment, University of South China, Hengyang 421001, China
Funding
Education Department of Hunan Province · National Natural Science Foundation of China
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