非晶态Ni-W-B合金的电沉积及其热处理前后的性能

To strengthen the properties of Ni-W alloy, dimethylamine borane （DMAB） was added to an alloy Ni-W electrolyte solution and a ternary Ni-W-B alloy was electrodeposited. The electrodeposition, crystallographic structure, surface morphology, heat treatment and corrosion resistance, of the alloy were studied by DSC, XRD, SEM and electrochemical techniques. The results showed that the structure of the alloy was greatly affected by the cooperation of boron compound. DSC experiment combined with X-ray diffractometry indicated that the obtained Ni-W-B alloy was still in amorphous structure although W content in the alloy was decreased by the addition of DMAB. After heat treatment at 400 ℃ for 1 h, the microhardness was increased from 612 to 947 kg.mm^-2 that was com- parative to Cr coating. The appearance of the as-plated coating was in f＇me and slice grains and kept almost no change after heat treatment. In w=0.03 NaC1 solution the as-plated coating presented very good corrosion resistance. After the coating was heat-treated its corrosion resistance was enhanced.     

Mechanical and corrosion behavior of amorphous and crystalline electroless Ni–W–P coatings

Two types of electroless Ni–W–P coatings: nanocrystalline with low P and amorphous with higher P content are investigated. Scanning probe microscopy is applied to study their morphology. Textured nanocrystalline coatings consist of coarse pyramids built of nanometer thick lamellas. The surface morphology of amorphous coatings is much finer and uniform. Nanohardness of all coatings depends on W content. Microhardness is increasing during the heat treatment up to 350 °C due to nickel phosphide precipitation affected by tungsten also. The wear resistance of nanocrystalline Ni–W–P coatings is much higher than that of amorphous in spite of the similar tungsten content in both. Lower corrosion resistance of amorphous Ni–W–P coatings is found by weight loss method during long-term immersion in 5 % NaCl. Electrochemical tests by potentiodynamic polarization curves in two model corrosion media—solutions of 0.5 M H₂SO₄ and 5 % NaCl—are performed. The corrosion of bi-layered Ni–W–P/Ni–P and Ni–W–P/Ni–Cu–P deposits on mild steel is also investigated. The results prove that an electroless Ni–W–P coating on mild steel extremely improves its mechanical and corrosion behavior. It is demonstrated that in addition to deposit’s structure and composition, the distribution and chemical state of alloy ingredients are also responsible for its properties.     

电沉积非晶态Ni-W-B/ZrO2复合镀层及其结构与性能

在含有二氧化锆的Ni-W-B电解液中，电沉积获得Ni-W-B/ZrO2复合镀层.用差示扫描量热分析(DSC)、X射线衍射(XRD)、扫描电子显微镜(SEM)和电化学技术较系统地研究了Ni-W-B/ZrO2复合镀层的电沉积、热处理过程，以及镀层的结构、表面形貌、显微硬度和耐腐蚀性能.结果表明, 复合镀层的质量组成为Ni 47.5％、W 40.9％、B 0.9％和ZrO2 10.7％. DSC和XRD结果清楚说明, 二氧化锆对基质Ni-W-B镀层的结构有明显影响, 使得复合镀层的非晶态结构特征更加明显 .复合镀层比Ni-W-B合金有更高的显微硬度, 呈现团粒状结构, 晶块之间不存在裂纹但晶界清晰可辨; 二氧化锆粒子分散于Ni-W-B基质镀层中. 400 ℃、1 h热处理后, Ni-W-B基质镀层中W向镀层表面偏析, 镀层呈现固溶体晶态结构特征, 表面形貌特征基本不变, 复合镀层的显微硬度进一步提高, 抗腐蚀性能增强, 但镀层表层中的二氧化锆粒子大量脱落.     

Effect of nano-Al2O3 particles and of the Co concentration on the corrosion behavior of electrodeposited Ni–Co alloys

Incorporation of nano-Al₂O₃ particles into a Ni–Co alloy by electrodeposition influences the corrosion properties, morphology, and structure of the layers. The resistance against corrosion of Ni–Co/Al₂O₃ composite films deposited on stainless steel was investigated in a 0.1-M NaCl solution by potentiodynamic polarization. The presence of nanoparticles improves the corrosion resistance of Ni–Co/nano-Al₂O₃ deposits when compared to pure Ni–Co alloy. Moreover, by increasing the pH of the electrodeposition bath and the content of Co in the alloy, the resistance against corrosion is furthermore improved. The morphology of the deposits before and after their corrosion was analyzed by scanning electron microscopy. The presence of the embedded alumina particles in the Ni–Co alloys was one of the key factors that limited further propagation of corrosion on the metallic surface. Preferential corrosion attack, in the form of a pitting corrosion, was located mainly at the grain boundaries.     

The electrochemistry of nanostructured Ni–W alloys

This work reports on the features that Ni–W nanostructured alloys, electrodeposited on carbon steel by different current pulse programs, may present depending on their surface morphology and surface composition. The Ni–W nanostructured coating, with a cauliflower structure, lack of fragility, and high WO₃/W surface composition ratio, is a stable electrode to catalyze hydrogen evolution reaction, exceeding bulk and electrodeposited Ni catalytic activity. Also, the nanostructured alloys must have a low WO₃/W surface composition ratio for Ni and its oxides to provide protection and improve corrosion resistance in sulfate media.     

Pulse plating effect on microstructure and corrosion properties of Zn–Ni alloy coatings

The influence of pulse plating parameters on the surface morphology, grain size, lattice imperfection and corrosion properties of Zn–Ni alloy has been studied. The coatings were electrodeposited in an alkaline cyanide-free solution. AFM was applied for surface morphology examination, XRD measurements were carried out for phase composition and texture analysis, electron probe microanalysis was used for alloy chemical composition studies, while electrochemical techniques were applied for corrosion performance evaluation. The pulse plated Zn–Ni coatings appeared to consist of the γ-Zn₂₁Ni₅ phase and the composition of the alloy depended on the plating parameters. The grain size, lattice imperfection and homogeneity of grain distribution were established to be the main factors determining corrosion behaviour of the coating. Presented at the 4th Baltic Conference on Electrochemistry, Greifswald, March 13–16, 2005     

Effects of compositional and structural features on corrosion behavior of nickel–tungsten alloys

Ni–W alloys were electrodeposited onto copper foil from citrate solution. Coatings containing from 11 to 21 at.% W and having 7–52 μm in thickness were obtained. The structure of these alloys was analyzed by X-ray diffraction and by using electron and light microscopy techniques. Alloys with 11 and 15% W are composed of two phases: solid solution of W in fcc Ni and solid solution of Ni in bcc W. An increase in W content in the Ni–W alloys to ca. 18–19% of W resulted in the grain refinement and the transition to amorphous structure. The corrosion behavior of obtained Ni–W and unalloyed Ni coatings was studied in 0.5 M NaCl solution by means of electrochemical impedance spectroscopy, potentiodynamic polarization and light microscopy. Comparing to pure Ni, the obtained Ni–W coatings exhibited a clearly decreased corrosion resistance (in terms of corrosion current density and polarization or charge transfer resistance at the open circuit potential). Despite of the quite wide range of composition of the alloys under test, the related grain refinement, and the transition to the amorphous structure, no clear relation between the corrosion rate and W content was detected. This behavior can be a result of the interplay of the activating effect of grain refinement or preferential dissolution of W from one side and diffusion barrier action or inhibition provided by the surface film of W oxidation products from the other side. The differences observed in the corrosion resistance of Ni–W coatings are more related to their morphological imperfections arising from various deposition conditions than to the W content. Some samples showed a rather non-uniform nature of corrosion (pronounced attack along cracks). An inversion in the dissolution behavior of Ni–W and unalloyed Ni was observed with increasing anodic potential. Contrary to pure Ni, Ni–W coatings were resistant to pitting corrosion in NaCl solution. Contribution to the Fall Meeting of the European Materials Research Society, Symposium D: 9th International Symposium on Electrochemical/Chemical Reactivity of Metastable Materials, Warsaw, 17th–21st September, 2007.     

非晶态Ni-W/ZrO2复合镀层的制备、热处理及腐蚀行为

在镍钨合金电解液中, 通过搅拌使二氧化锆固体微粒悬浮, 电沉积制备Ni-W/ZrO2复合镀层. 研究结果表明, 二氧化锆粒子影响复合镀层的电沉积、表面形貌、结构、热处理过程和抗腐蚀性能; 与Ni-W合金的电沉积过程相比, 复合镀层中的W含量和电流效率均降低; 在400 ℃处理1 h后, 嵌入Ni-W本体中的ZrO2粒子脱落, W向镀层表面富集. 扫描电子显微镜(SEM)结果显示, 复合镀层呈现团粒状形态, 无裂纹. 差示扫描量热(DSC)分析结合X射线(XRD)衍射实验指出, Ni-W/ZrO2复合镀层为非晶态结构. 复合镀层的显微硬度较纳米晶Ni-W合金的高; 热处理后, 复合镀层的显微硬度和在3%氯化钠溶液中的抗腐蚀行为显著增强.     

助剂对Ni-Al合金和Raney-Ni催化剂结构及1,4-丁烯二醇加氢性能的影响

采用等体积浸渍法将助剂(MgO、CuO、Co2O3)引入商品Ni-Al合金粉,经10%(w/w)NaOH溶液浸取制备Raney-Ni催化剂。通过能量色散X射线(EDX)、X射线衍射(XRD)、N2吸附-脱附测试、透射电镜(TEM)、NH3程序升温脱附(NH3-TPD)、X射线光电子能谱(XPS)等方法表征和评价实验,考察了金属助剂对Ni-Al合金粉及Raney-Ni催化剂元素组成、晶相结构、孔结构特征、表面形貌、表面酸碱性的影响。表征分析显示,不同助剂催化剂的元素含量、比表面积及表面形貌均表现出明显的差异。其中,添加助剂Cu的催化剂表面检测到较多的活性组分Ni,接近90%(w/w),该催化剂平均孔径最小(3.87 nm)、活性组分Ni颗粒分散性好。评价结果表明,该催化剂具有较佳的加氢性能,其1,4-丁烯二醇(BED)转化率为100%,1,4-丁二醇(BDO)选择性和收率分别为59.62%和59.62%,这与该催化剂较大的活性组分Ni负载量、酸强度和适中的酸量及存在的Cu对Ni分散性的提高进一步防止了Ni的严重烧结(即"限域效应")等有较大关联。     

Effect of Ni on the corrosion behavior of Fe–Al intermetallics in simulated human body fluid

The corrosion behavior of FeAl-type intermetallic alloy in the Hank’s solution has been investigated after additions of 1, 3, and 5 at.% Ni with or without thermal annealing at 400 °C for 144 h. Techniques included potentiodynamic polarization curves, linear polarization resistance, and change of the free corrosion potential with time and electrochemical noise in current. Regardless of the heat treatment, additions of Ni increased both the free corrosion potential and the pitting potential values. Additionally, both the corrosion current and the passive current densities were reduced with this element. The alloys which did not suffer from pitting type of corrosion were the heat-treated FeAL base alloy and the one containing 5Ni. Both additions of Ni and thermal annealing improved the adhesion of external protective layer either by avoiding the formation of voids or by lowering the number of precipitates and making them more homogenously distributed.     

Electrochemical Behavior of Dental Ni‐Cr Wirolloy Coated with Eco‐friendly Films in Artificial Saliva

The electrochemical corrosion behavior of the non‐precious Ni‐Cr Wirolloy, being used in dentistry, was investigated before and after applying of two types of eco‐friendly coatings, polyvinyl silsesquioxane (PVS) and nano‐hydroxyapatite (nHAP) separately in artificial saliva solution at 37 °C for 14 d of immersion. The study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of the introduced coating films in enhancing the corrosion resistance of the alloy, and in decreasing the leaching of the toxic Ni ions from the alloy into the environment. The electrochemical corrosion investigation methods used are; open circuit potential (OCP), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) and potentiodynamic polarization techniques. The evaluated results revealed that the electrochemically coated alloy with PVS. prepared at cathodic potential showed higher corrosion resistance and more stable film compared to that prepared by conventional dip‐coating method. At the same time, the nHAP electrochemically coated film provided the best anti‐corrosion properties over all examined time intervals. The obtained results were confirmed via surface analysis, which assured the formation of the prepared coatings on the alloy surface. Chemical analysis of the corrosion product/solutions showed that the effect of electrochemically deposited nHAP and PVS. polymer films in suppression of Ni ions leaching is similar and slightly higher than that of the chemically coated PVS. one; however, all of them are efficient in decreasing the leaching of the risky Ni ions into the solution.     

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 electrodeposition and properties of Zn-Ni + Ni composite coatings

The Zn-Ni+Ni coatings were deposited under galvanostatic conditions at the current density range from 20 to 60 mA cm^?2. The influence of deposition current density on surface morphology, chemical and phase composition and corrosion resistance of obtained coatings, was investigated. Structural investigations were conducted by X-ray diffraction method. Surface morphology and surface chemical composition of the obtained coatings were determined by a scanning electron microscope. Studies of electrochemical corrosion resistance were carried out in the 5% NaCl solution, using potentiodynamic and Scanning Kelvin Probe (SKP) methods. A possibility of incorporation of nickel powder from a suspension bath to the Zn-Ni matrix, during galvanostatic deposition was demonstrated. The results of chemical composition analysis show that the Zn-Ni + Ni coatings contain approximately 15?C18% at Ni. It was found that surface morphology, surface chemical and phase composition of Zn-Ni + Ni coatings depend in small degree on deposition current density. However, the current density influences distribution of nickel powder on the surface of these coatings. The optimal values of current density on account of corrosion resistance, are found to be j = 40?C50 mA cm^?2.     

Process aspects of electroless deposition for nickel–zinc–phosphorous alloys

Electroless deposition of Ni–Zn–P thin film was considered as a barrier film on a galvanic Zn or Ni–Zn sacrificial layer in a multicomponent corrosion protective coating on steel. The incorporation of zinc on the chemical composition of electroless Ni–Zn–P coating was studied. The effect of operating conditions such as temperature, pH value and concentration of zinc sulphate was investigated. Some physical characteristics such as morphology, structure, corrosion properties of Ni–Zn–P coatings were assessed in parallel with those of Ni–P. Inclusion of Zn to Ni–P is accompanied by the transformation of the coating structure from amorphous to crystalline. The effect of adding nonionic surfactant to the plating solution on the composition and surface morphologies was also investigated. The results indicate that nonionic surfactant has no effect on the Zn % in the deposit layer, but it affects the surface morphology and improves the corrosion resistance of Ni–Zn–P layers. Copyright © 2005 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Corrosion of Al85Ni9Ce6 amorphous alloy in the first hours of immersion in 3.5-wt% NaCl solution: The role of surface chemistry

AbstractThe surface chemistry and corrosion behavior of Al₈₅Ni₉Ce₆ melt-spun ribbons were studied after the first hours of immersion in 3.5-wt% NaCl solution at room temperature. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS) was used to assess the chemical states of Al, Ce, Ni, and O. Electrochemical impedance spectroscopy was used to assess the corrosion resistance of the Al₈₅Ni₉Ce₆ ribbons. The alloy remained immersed for up to 48 hours. The results showed that hydroxide species in the passive film play a central role in the corrosion behavior of the Al₈₅Ni₉Ce₆ alloy.     

Corrosion behavior of electroless Ni–P/TiO2 nanocomposite coatings

Composite Ni–P/nano‐TiO₂ coatings were prepared by simultaneous electroless deposition of Ni–P and nano‐TiO₂ on a low carbon steel substrate. The deposition was carried out from stirred solutions containing suspended nano‐TiO₂ particles. The Ni–P and Ni–P/nano‐TiO₂ coatings before and after heat treatment were characterized by X‐ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive X‐ray spectroscopy. The micro‐structural morphologies of the coatings significantly varied with the nano‐TiO₂ content. The corrosion resistance of as‐plated and heat‐treated Ni–P and Ni–P/nano‐TiO₂ coatings was investigated by anodic polarization, Tafel plots and electrochemical impedance spectroscopic (EIS) studies in 3.5% NaCl solution. Ni–P/nano‐TiO₂ coating exhibited superior corrosion resistance over Ni–P coating. Copyright © 2015 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Surface characteristics of Ti‐10Ta‐10Nb alloy modified by hydrogen peroxide treatment for dental implants

The use of titanium‐based alloys as biomaterials is becoming more common because they have a reduced elastic modulus, superior biocompatibility, specific strength, good corrosion resistance, superior strain control, and fatigue resistance compared to conventional stainless steel and Co? Cr alloys. However, when implanted into the human body these metals are problematic because they do not directly bond with living bone. Surface treatments play an important role in nucleating calcium phosphate deposition on a surgical titanium alloy implant. The purpose of this study is to examine whether the precipitation of apatite on Ti? 10Ta? 10Nb alloy is affected by surface modification in H₂O₂ solution. Specimens were chemically treated with a solution containing 30 wt% H₂O₂ at 80 °C for 1 h, and subsequently heat treated at 400 °C for 1 h. All specimens were immersed in SBF (Simulated Body Fluid) with a pH of 7.4 at 36.5 °C for seven days, and the surfaces were examined with XRD, SEM, EDX and in vitro testing. The microstructure analysis of the Ti? 10Ta? 10Nb alloy after etching with Keller's etchant showed a Widmanstatten pattern. The micro‐Vickers hardness number was 236.44 ± 4.99, and surface roughness was increased by the surface treatment. The wettability after surface treatment was better than on the nontreated surface. Resistance to cytotoxicity was decreased by the chemical surface treatment (P < 0.05). Copyright © 2011 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

Prefabrication of two-dimensional Ni–W/TiN films on oil-gas X52 steels by pulse electrodeposition

The main aim of this investigation was to prefabricate two-dimensional Ni–W/TiN films on oil-gas X52 steel substrates via pulse electrodeposition (PE). The influences of the TiN content in the bath on the surface morphology, nano-hardness, wear, and corrosion properties of the films were also discussed. The results indicated that the TiN particle size was only ～33 nm in 8 g/L TiN electrolyte, which was ～2.4 times less than that of TiN in 16 g/L solution. The Ni–W/8TiN film exhibited a uniform, smooth surface, and the depression depth and protrusion height were 45.3 nm and 81.7 nm, respectively. Three diffraction peaks at 43.72, 50.78, and 75.26° in the Ni–W/4TiN film emerged as the sharpest and narrowest peaks among the four films. Three XPS peaks for the Ni 2p_3/2 were present at 852.13, 856.35, and 861.87 eV in the Ni–W/8TiN film, corresponding to Ni, Ni²⁺ (Ni(OH)₂), Ni³⁺ (NiOOH) species. Besides, the XPS peak of W 4f_7/2, which located at 33.85 eV belonged to elemental W. The Ni–W/8TiN film had the lowest wear depth and width at 32.1 μm and 5.7 mm, respectively. Only some narrow and shallow scratches were found on the Ni–W/8TiN film surface, showing its outstanding tribological properties among the films tested. In addition, the Ni–W/4TiN film showed the highest mean frictional coefficient of 0.73, which was ～1.6 times more than that of the Ni–W/8TiN film.     

EIS investigation of a Ce-based posttreatment step on the corrosion behaviour of Alclad AA2024 anodized in TSA

In the aircraft industry, anodizing and posttreatment steps use Cr (VI) compounds, which, despite offering good corrosion resistance and self-healing properties, are highly toxic and carcinogenic. Ce compounds are recognized as efficient corrosion inhibitors for Al alloys, and several works report self-healing ability for these chemicals. In this investigation, the corrosion resistance of Alclad AA2024-T3 alloy anodized in tartaric-sulphuric acid (TSA) bath and posttreated in a solution comprising cerium nitrate without and with hydrogen peroxide was evaluated. The purpose is to investigate the potentiality of using hydrothermal treatment in Ce nitrate solution as candidate to replace Cr (VI) posttreatment. The aim is to provide a posttreatment step which, while improving the corrosion resistance, does not plug the mouths of the pores maintaining the adhesion properties of the porous anodic layer. Microstructural characterization was carried out by SEM-EDS whereas corrosion resistance was evaluated by EIS. The surface analysis showed that the posttreatments, all performed at 50°C, kept the open structure of the pores. EIS analysis showed that the posttreatments performed in the H₂O₂ solution for short immersion times were the most effective in improving the corrosion resistance of the samples, whereas electrical equivalent circuit (EEC) fitting of the data indicated sealing of the porous layer during the immersion of the different samples in the test solution. SEM-EDS analysis of the samples posttreated in the H₂O₂ containing solution, prior and after the corrosion test, showed the presence of Ce oxy-hydroxide randomly deposited on the sample surface, indicating that Ce could be incorporated/stored in the anodic layer.     

退火前后镍钨硼合金电沉积层的结构与性能

采用电化学技术、XPS、DSC、XRD等方法研究Ni W B合金电沉积及热处理前后合金镀层的结构和显微硬度.结果表明,在Ni W B合金电沉积过程中伴随着化学沉积镍等过程以及Na2B4O7在镀层中的夹杂;Ni W和Ni W B合金电沉积层分别表现为纳米晶结构和非晶态结构;热处理过程中合金电沉积层发生晶粒粗化过程以及Ni W B合金镀层发生新相形成过程,产生Ni4W和镍硼化物如Ni2B、Ni3B等沉淀物;400 ℃热处理2 h后Ni W合金镀层有最大的显微硬度达919.8 kg•mm－2,而在500 ℃下Ni W B合金有最大的硬度达1132.2 kg•mm－2.