Research Progress on Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, and Strengthening Mechanisms of In Situ-Synthesized Ceramic-Reinforced Titanium Matrix Composite Coatings via Laser Cladding
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The laser cladding (LC) of titanium matrix composite coatings (TMCCs) on titanium components not only effectively enhances the wear resistance, fatigue resistance, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility of titanium and its alloys, but also circumvents the incompatibility and low bonding strength issues associated with other metallic composite coatings. While the incorporation of ceramic particles is a critical strategy for improving the coating performance, the limited interfacial bonding strength between ceramic particles and the matrix has historically constrained its advancement. To further elevate its performance and meet the demands of components operating in harsh environments, researchers worldwide have employed LC to synthesize in situ hard ceramic reinforcements such as TiC, TiB, TiN, and others within TMCCs on titanium substrates. This approach successfully addresses the aforementioned challenges, achieving coatings that combine a high interfacial bonding strength with superior mechanical properties. This paper provides a comprehensive review of the processing techniques, phase composition, microstructure, and mechanical properties of in situ-synthesized ceramic-reinforced TMCCs via LC on titanium components, with a focused summary of their strengthening mechanisms. Furthermore, it critically discusses the challenges and future prospects for advancing this technology.
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OpenAlex topics: Additive Manufacturing Materials and Processes · Titanium Alloys Microstructure and Properties · Additive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies
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School of Mechanical Engineering and Automation, Northeastern University, Shenyang 110057, China
Key Laboratory for Metallurgical Equipment and Control Technology of Ministry of Education in Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan 430072, China
State Key Laboratory of Solid Lubrication, Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Lanzhou 730000, China
Foshan Graduate School of Innovation, Northeastern University, Foshan 528311, China
Funding
National Natural Science Foundation of China · Guangdong Province Natural Science Foundation · Ministry of Education Chunhui Plan Project · State Key Laboratory of Solid Lubrication Fund · Open Fund of The Key Laboratory for Metallurgical Equipment and Control Technology of the Ministry of Education in Wuhan University of Science and Technology · Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities · Tribology Science Fund of the State Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment
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