Corrosion behavior of AZ91D magnesium alloy in distilled water

The corrosion of AZ91D magnesium alloy has received extensive attention due to the continuous expansion of its application field in recent years. However, the corrosion of AZ91D magnesium alloy in distilled water is relatively few. In this paper, the corrosion behavior of AZ91D magnesium alloy was studied in distilled water by electrochemical tests in combination with weight loss and surface analysis methods. The results indicated that the corrosion rate of AZ91D magnesium alloy increased with the increase of temperature and immersion time. The increase of the corrosion rate of AZ91D magnesium alloy with the increase of immersion time might be attributed to the damage of the structure of corrosion product film by hydrogen evolution, significantly accelerating the anodic process of AZ91D magnesium alloy. It was interesting that, in distilled water, the EIS of AZ91D magnesium alloy excluded an inductive arc in the low frequency region, which indicated that there was no the adsorption and desorption of aggressive ions or the damage and repair of film. The corrosion product film of AZ91D magnesium alloy in distilled water was composed of a compact inner corrosion product film and a loose outer corrosion product film.     

Ellipsometric analysis of corrosion behavior of 3C magnesium alloy surface touched by simulated sweat

As an optimum shell material, AZ80 magnesium alloys are widely applied in the 3C (computers, communications and consumer electronics) industries. The case of 3C products corroded by a sweaty hand has been simulated and the corrosion characters have been investigated by ellipsometric technology. Thickness variation of corrosive medium film on a Mg alloy surface was monitored. Surface structure of a corrosion layer was described with a three‐layer optical model (substrate—EMA—Cauchy) and thickness of each layer for different soaking time was obtained by fitting experimental data with the model. The corrosion product films with a refractive index of 1.45–1.62, loose corrosion product layer, can only provide limited protection to the substrate when a Mg alloy surface is corroded by sweat again. Copyright © 2010 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Corrosion resistance and durability of superhydrophobic surface formed on magnesium alloy coated with nanostructured cerium oxide film and fluoroalkylsilane molecules in corrosive NaCl aqueous solution

The corrosion resistant performance and durability of the superhydrophobic surface on magnesium alloy coated with nanostructured cerium oxide film and fluoroalkylsilane molecules in corrosive NaCl aqueous solution were investigated using electrochemical and contact angle measurements. The durability of the superhydrophobic surface in corrosive 5 wt% NaCl aqueous solution was elucidated. The corrosion resistant performance of the superhydrophobic surface formed on magnesium alloy was estimated by electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) measurements. The EIS measurements and appropriate equivalent circuit models revealed that the superhydrophobic surface considerably improved the corrosion resistant performance of magnesium alloy AZ31. American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standard D 3359-02 cross cut tape test was performed to investigate the adhesion of the superhydrophobic film to the magnesium alloy surface. The corrosion formation mechanism of the superhydrophobic surface formed on the magnesium alloy was also proposed.     

Biocorrosion and osteoconductivity of PCL/nHAp composite porous film-based coating of magnesium alloy

The present study was aimed at designing a novel porous hydroxyapatite/poly(ε-caprolactone) (nHAp/PCL) hybrid nanocomposite matrix on a magnesium substrate with high and low porosity. The coated samples were prepared using a dip-coating technique in order to enhance the bioactivity and biocompatibility of the implant and to control the degradation rate of magnesium alloys. The mechanical and biocompatible properties of the coated and uncoated samples were investigated and an in vitro test for corrosion was conducted by electrochemical polarization and measurement of weight loss. The corrosion test results demonstrated that both the pristine PCL and nHAp/PCL composites showed good corrosion resistance in SBF. However, during the extended incubation time, the composite coatings exhibited more uniform and superior resistance to corrosion attack than pristine PCL, and were able to survive severe localized corrosion in physiological solution. Furthermore, the bioactivity of the composite film was determined by the rapid formation of uniform CaP nanoparticles on the sample surfaces during immersion in SBF. The mechanical integrity of the composite coatings displayed better performance (∼34% higher) than the uncoated samples. Finally, our results suggest that the nHAp incorporated with novel PCL composite membranes on magnesium substrates may serve as an excellent 3-D platform for cell attachment, proliferation, migration, and growth in bone tissue. This novel as-synthesized nHAp/PCL membrane on magnesium implants could be used as a potential material for orthopedic applications in the future.     

XPS study of the effect of aluminium on the atmospheric corrosion of the AZ31 magnesium alloy

The surface characteristics and corrosion behaviour of the AZ31 magnesium alloy exposed to a high relative humidity (RH) atmosphere were investigated. During the first 15 days of humidity test at 98% RH and 50 °C, a significant increase of magnesium carbonate and a decrease of magnesium oxide were detected on the surface film by XPS; after this stage, increased exposure times did not produce substantial changes on the relative amounts of these compounds. The surface film of commercially pure magnesium, also examined for comparison purposes, revealed more magnesium carbonate and less magnesium oxide compared with the AZ31 alloy. Unlike the AZ31 alloy, the surface of pure Mg disclosed almost complete substitution of MgO by magnesium carbonate after 30 days of exposure time. Mass gain values of tested specimens and scanning electron microscope characterisation of corroded surfaces indicated lower corrosion susceptibility of the AZ31 alloy compared with the commercially pure Mg, suggesting superior chemical stability of the oxide/hydroxide film formed over the magnesium–aluminium alloy surface. XPS and energy dispersive X‐ray (EDX) analyses did not revealed any substantial enrichment of aluminium in the corrosion products film on the AZ31 alloy after 30 days of testing. Copyright © 2008 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Electrodeposition and characterization of Zn–Sn alloy coatings from a deep eutectic solvent based on choline chloride for corrosion protection

With the aim of obtaining high corrosion resistant Zn–Sn alloy coatings from an ionic liquid, the effects of electrodeposition potential and electrolyte composition on the electrodeposition behavior, film composition, morphology and corrosion performance were investigated. Cyclic voltammograms indicate that Zn and Sn were co‐deposited at distinct reduction potentials as pure Zn and Sn elements. In addition, the phase composition analysis also showed that the obtained Zn–Sn alloy deposits (8 wt.%–45 wt.% Zn) consist of a two‐phase mechanical mixture of small aggregates of Zn and Sn metals. The Zn content of the alloy significantly increases as the electrodeposition potential and electrolyte Zn (II)/Sn (II) ratio increase. The corrosion performance study of the obtained Zn–Sn coatings showed that they have a passivation behavior and their corrosion resistance increases as the alloy‐Sn content increases. To improve their morphological properties, ethylene diamine tetraacetic acid additive was introduced into the electrolyte and greatly improved the morphology and corrosion resistance of the deposits. For the first time, it was shown that high corrosion resistance Zn–Sn coatings can be obtained from ionic liquids. Copyright © 2014 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Detecting unalloyed tin in LiSn2(PO4)3-based anodes with Mössbauer spectroscopy

The first discharge of the Li⁺ ion anode material LiSn₂(PO₄)₃ was investigated with Mössbauer spectroscopy and electrochemical techniques. Mössbauer spectroscopy provided insight into the structure of the tin atoms of the fully discharged anode materials. Spectra consist of overlapping peaks, which are assigned to noncrystalline β-Sn and Li–Sn alloy domains. An analysis of the relative intensities of the Mössbauer spectra shows the relative abundance of β-Sn increases at the expense of the Li–Sn alloy as the discharge rate increases. Cell polarization occurs at higher discharge rates, leading to inefficient electrode utilization and poor cycling performance. Sluggish Li⁺ ion diffusion through the amorphous Li₃PO₄ network that is formed early in the discharge process might be responsible for the poor electrochemical performance and the accumulation of unalloyed tin.     

Effects of Ca and Ag addition and heat treatment on the corrosion behavior of Mg-7Sn alloys in 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution

The effects of 1 wt.% Ca or 1 wt.% Ca + 1 wt.% Ag addition and heat treatment on the corrosion behavior of Mg-7Sn (wt.%) alloy in 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution were investigated by electrochemical measurements and immersion tests. The alloys were characterized by optical microscope (OM), X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). It was found that all alloys were corroded by pitting corrosion and grain boundary corrosion and further corroded with time going. Loose layers of compounds, including Mg (OH)₂, MgO, SnO₂, and other compounds containing Ca and Ag elements, were calibrated on the surface of corroded Mg-7Sn-1Ca-1Ag alloy. The Ca addition improved the corrosion resistance of Mg-7Sn alloy due to the formation of relatively stable compounds containing calcium element and grains refinement. Furthermore, the solid solutioned alloys obtained a superior corrosion resistance due to the dissolve of eutectic Mg₂Sn phase and homogenization treatment. However, the aging treatment is slightly detrimental to the corrosion resistance of Mg-7Sn alloys with the formation of Mg₂Sn precipitates. In conclusion, the aged Mg-7Sn-1Ca-1Ag alloy exhibited a better corrosion resistance and a noticeable micro-hardness property compared with those of as-cast Mg-7Sn alloy. And this study provides an important idea for the research on the comprehensive properties of Mg-Sn alloys.     

The study on microstructure and electrochemical properties of Al�CMg�CSn�CGa�CPb alloy anode material for Al/AgO battery

The microstructure of Al?CMg?CSn?CGa?CPb quinary aluminum alloy anode material and the influences of its electrochemical properties and self-corrosion rate in 4?mol/l NaOH +10?g/l Na₂SnO₃ medium were studied. The microstructure and morphology were characterized by metallographic microscope, transmission electron microscope, and scanning electron microscopy. The electrochemical properties were tested by electrochemical workstation, and the self-corrosion rate of Al alloy anode was studied by methods of recovery H₂ gas by discharge water. The results show that homogenization has not much impact on the electrochemical properties and the corrosion rate of the cast aluminum alloy anode material; besides, return annealing treatment of the cold-rolled Al?CMg?CSn?CGa?CPb quinary aluminum alloy anode material can reduce the rate of self-corrosion and make Al anodic potential shift negative steadily and improve the properties of the material.     

Characterization and corrosion resistance of organically modified silicate/MO2 (M = Zr,Ti, or Ce) hybrid coatings on a 6061‐T6 aluminum alloy

Hybrid coatings based on organically modified silicate (Ormosil)/ZrO₂ (0–1.0 wt %) and Ormosil/MO₂ (M = Ti or Ce) were synthesized through a sol–gel technique. Tetraethylenepentamine, 3‐glycidoxypropyltrimethoxysilane, tetraethoxysilane, and MO₂ (M = Zr, Ti, or Ce) metallic particle were used as precursors for the hybrid coatings. These hybrid films were deposited via spin coating onto an aluminum alloy to improve the corrosion protection. The effects induced by the ZrO₂ content and the metallic particle type on the chain dynamics, thermal stability, and corrosion performance of the coated samples were investigated. The rotating‐frame spin–lattice relaxation times and scale of the spin–diffusion path length indicated that the configuration of the hybrid films was highly crosslinked and dense and adhered to the aluminum alloy substrates. The thermal stability and the apparent activation energy, evaluated by van Krevelen's method, of the hybrid coatings depended on the ZrO₂ content and on the metallic particle type. Potentiodynamic and salt‐spray analysis revealed that the hybrid films provided exceptional barrier and corrosion protection in comparison with untreated aluminum alloy substrates. © 2005 Wiley Periodicals, Inc. J Polym Sci Part A: Polym Chem 44: 335–342, 2006     

The study on microstructure and electrochemical properties of Al–Mg–Sn–Ga–Pb alloy anode material for Al/AgO battery

The microstructure of Al–Mg–Sn–Ga–Pb quinary aluminum alloy anode material and the influences of its electrochemical properties and self-corrosion rate in 4 mol/l NaOH +10 g/l Na₂SnO₃ medium were studied. The microstructure and morphology were characterized by metallographic microscope, transmission electron microscope, and scanning electron microscopy. The electrochemical properties were tested by electrochemical workstation, and the self-corrosion rate of Al alloy anode was studied by methods of recovery H₂ gas by discharge water. The results show that homogenization has not much impact on the electrochemical properties and the corrosion rate of the cast aluminum alloy anode material; besides, return annealing treatment of the cold-rolled Al–Mg–Sn–Ga–Pb quinary aluminum alloy anode material can reduce the rate of self-corrosion and make Al anodic potential shift negative steadily and improve the properties of the material.

     

Coating on Zinc Surface to Improve the Electrochemical Behavior of Zinc Anodes for Zinc‐Air Fuel Cells

The corrosion of Zn anode, associated with corrosion current and hydrogen evolution reaction, is a major reason for capacity loss and safety problems. As a way of improving the current issue, a newly coating method using difference of melting points has been attempted to synthesize anode materials and found to be highly effective. Effects of corrosion inhibitors are also investigated by diverse electrochemical techniques. The Tafel extrapolation shows the reduced corrosion current compared with that of pure Zn. ZnNi‐2 (Zn:Ni, 95 : 5 wt.%) demonstrates the hydrogen overpotential is shifted to the most negative value as ?1.7 V vs. Hg/HgO.     

Corrosion inhibition of magnesium alloy AZ31 in chloride-containing solutions by aqueous permanganate

In this work, corrosion of the AZ31 magnesium alloy was examined in 0.05 M NaCl solutions containing 0.01–0.150 mol/dm³ of potassium permanganate as a corrosion inhibitor. A set of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, linear sweep voltammetry, and hydrogen evolution measurements revealed high inhibitor effectiveness at relatively high (0.150 mol/dm³) KMnO₄ concentrations. Based on data of energy-dispersive X-ray analysis, scanning electron microscopy, and Raman spectroscopy, a mechanism of the corrosion inhibition of AZ31 alloy by potassium permanganate in chloride-containing media was proposed.

     

Stearate as a green corrosion inhibitor of magnesium alloy ZE41 in sulfate medium

The efficiency of stearate as a corrosion inhibitor for magnesium alloy ZE41 has been studied in sodium sulfate medium, employing electrochemical techniques like potentiodynamic polarization and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). The results of polarization study imply that stearate functions as a mixed-type corrosion inhibitor with a predominant anodic control. The adsorption of stearate on alloy surface is found to obey the Langmuir adsorption isotherm. The proposed inhibition mechanism involved adsorption of stearate onto metal surface, followed by precipitation of magnesium stearate within the microdefects of Mg(OH)₂ surface film which enhanced the barrier effect of an otherwise porous partially protective film.     

Application of vegetable oils for electrocatalytic synthesis of hydrocarbons

Conditions of Kolbe cross-electrosynthesis of 10-undecylenic and acetic acids are studied on different catalyst anodes. It is shown that the key anodic process stages are the stages of formation of vinyl radicals from anions of unsaturated and methyl radicals under electrosynthesis of acetate anions. As dependent on the conditions of the process, the main product formed on the anode of the Pt-10% Ir alloy is either hydrocarbon CH₃CH₂CH(CH₃)(CH₂)7CH₂CH₃ (58 wt %) being the product of addition of three methyl radicals to a vinyl radicals or olefin CH₂=CH(CH₂)₇CH₂CH₃ (57 wt %) being the product of dimerization of vinyl and methyl radicals.     

Corrosion behavior of Mg,AZ31, and AZ91 alloys in dilute NaCl solutions

Corrosion behavior of extruded Mg, extruded AZ31 alloy, and cast AZ91 alloy was investigated by electrochemical measurements in dilute NaCl solutions. Corrosion products and passivation films were analyzed by X-ray diffraction and X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy. All specimens exhibit the corrosion and passivation zones in dilute NaCl solutions. The aluminum content and alloy microstructure influence the corrosion and passivation processes. AZ91 alloy shows the broadest passivation zone followed by AZ31 alloy and Mg. AZ91 alloy reveals a highest corrosion resistance, and preferential attack is located at the primary Mg phase. Its relatively fine β-phase (Mg₁₇Al₁₂) network and Al₂O₃/Al(OH)₃ compounds produced on the passivation film are the main factors which limit the corrosion progress as compared with AZ31 alloy and Mg. The thick passivation product on AZ31 alloy is the key factor which restricts the corrosion attack in dilute solutions.     

乌洛托品对模拟汽车冷却液中镁合金的缓蚀作用

镁合金具有高比强度、比刚度以及良好的铸造性、切削性、抗冲击减震性、导热性、无毒性和可回收性等优点,被认为是汽车工业中极好的铝合金及有色金属替代品[1]。用镁合金制造汽车部件,特别是发动机等大重量部件,可以大大减轻车身重量,进而降低能源消耗和废气污染。但是由于镁合     

镁合金化学转化膜的制备及其性能研究

在磷酸钠-磷酸二氢铵-高锰酸钾体系中对镁合金进行化学转化处理.研究了磷酸钠、磷酸二氢铵、高锰酸钾、温度、时间和添加剂对转化膜性能的影响.通过对转化膜结构、成分及性能的测试评价,得到了性能较好的化学转化溶液配方:Na3PO4为5g·L-1,NH4H2PO4为15 g· L-1,KMnO4为1g· L-1,添加剂(NH4)6 Mo7O24为0.5g·L-1.由SEM可观察到转化膜的表面成“干枯河床”状.XRD和EDS检测表明,膜层的主要成分是Mg,Al12 Mg17和无定形相,膜层表面主要有Mn,Mg,K,O和Al等元素组成.腐蚀实验和电化学测试表明,添加剂能够降低转化膜的腐蚀率,转化膜较基体的腐蚀电位正移了0.73 V,提高了镁合金的耐蚀性.     

Corrosion resistant performances of alkanoic and phosphonic acids derived self-assembled monolayers on magnesium alloy AZ31 by vapor-phase method

Alkanoic and phosphonic acid derived self-assembled monolayers (SAMs) were formed on magnesium alloy by the vapor phase method. AFM and XPS studies showed that SAMs were formed on Mg alloy. The chemical and anticorrosive properties of the SAMs prepared on magnesium alloys were characterized using contact angle measurements, X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), and electrochemical measurements. Water contact angle measurements revealed that, although SA and ISA have the same headgroup to anchor to the magnesium alloy surface, the packing density on the magnesium alloy surface could be considerably different. The contact angle hysteresis of SAMs with a carboxylate headgroup is much larger than that of SAMs with a phosphonic acid group. The XPS O 1s peaks indicated more likely a mix of mono-, bi-, or tridentate binding of phosphonic acid SAM to the oxide or hydroxide surface of the Mg alloy. The electrochemical measurements showed that the phosphonic acid derived SAM had better corrosion resistance compared to alkanoic acid derived SAM. The chemical stability of SAMs modified magnesium alloy was investigated using water contact angle and XPS measurements. The water contact angle and XPS measurements revealed that the molecular density of OP and PFEP on magnesium alloy would be higher than those of SA and ISA on magnesium alloy.     

Corrosion behaviour of SiC and Al2O3 reinforced Al 7075 hybrid aluminium matrix composites by weight loss and electrochemical methods

The corrosion study of Al 7075 hybrid metal matrix composites reinforced with equal weight percents (2.5, 5, 7.5, and 10) of silicon carbide and aluminium oxide is investigated in the present work by weight loss and electrochemical methods. In this study, composite specimens prepared by the squeeze casting technique were analyzed at room temperature to estimate the rate of corrosion in a 3.5% NaCl solution for various intervals using the weight loss method. As a consequence, a hybrid Al7075 composite reinforced with 10% SiC and 10% Al₂O₃ had a lower corrosion rate of 0.9997 mmpy than pure Al7075, which had a maximum corrosion rate of 3.4481 mmpy. The corrosion rate of hybrid composites is determined by the tafel polarization method and the electrochemical impedance spectroscopic method. These experiments showed that the corrosion rate of the hybrid metal matrix composite Al7075 + 10% SiC +10% Al₂O₃ was 0.630 mmpy less than that of the monolithic 7075 alloy. The corrosion morphology behaviour of the Al 7075 and their hybrid composite samples is observed by SEM. The SEM micrographs implied that SiC and Al₂O₃ reinforcements with the matrix alloy produced good interfacial and intermetallic bonding and hence decreased the corrosion rate.