Abstract
This article presents an evaluation of the quality of the connection between the ZrO2-Y2O3 coating with the NiAl interlayer and AlSi7Mg alloy casting, utilising the scratch test method. The study analysed the ZrO2-Y2O3 coating with the NiAl interlayer applied using the APS (Atmospheric Plasma Spraying) method. The chemical composition of the zirconia coating and the interlayer was analysed. The core element of the study involves scratch test examinations of the analysed coatings, determining their scratch resistance. Scanning electron microscopy was used to analyse the scratch area to identify any potential cracks or delaminations at the casting-NiAl interlayer boundary, and the NiAl interlayer-ZrO2-Y2O3 coating boundary. Based on the conducted studies, high-quality connection of the ZrO2-Y2O3 coating with the NiAl interlayer and the AlSi7Mg alloy casting was concluded. The results of these studies will form the basis for further work on the application of TBC (Thermal Barrier Coating) to improve the operational durability of aluminium alloy parts working under high-temperature conditions.
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