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View article: Resulted Mechanical and Microstructural Properties of Ballistic Protection Materials for Bulletproof Vest Applications Using Plasma Jet Thermal Spray Coatings
Resulted Mechanical and Microstructural Properties of Ballistic Protection Materials for Bulletproof Vest Applications Using Plasma Jet Thermal Spray Coatings Open
This paper addresses ballistic protection, which is an important element in the performance of any military equipment. Improving ballistic properties is a necessity for individual protection through the use of protective vests. In this stu…
View article: Mg-Ca-Sr Biodegradable Alloys for Medical Applications: Production, Biomaterials’ Properties Characterization, and In Vitro and In Vivo Biocompatibility Evaluation
Mg-Ca-Sr Biodegradable Alloys for Medical Applications: Production, Biomaterials’ Properties Characterization, and In Vitro and In Vivo Biocompatibility Evaluation Open
The research of biomaterials is an area of significant interest in the biomedical field, and the present study investigates how the strontium (Sr) concentration influences the microstructure, corrosion resistance, and both in vitro and in …
View article: PEO Treatment for Improved Corrosion Resistance in a Zn-Mg Alloy: Electrochemical and Structural Analysis
PEO Treatment for Improved Corrosion Resistance in a Zn-Mg Alloy: Electrochemical and Structural Analysis Open
Zinc-based alloys have been extensively studied for their potential applications in biodegradable materials, yet their corrosion behaviour necessitates the development of effective surface treatments. In this study, a ZnMg alloy was develo…
View article: Clays as Dual-Function Materials for TNT Adsorption and Catalytic Degradation: An Experimental Approach
Clays as Dual-Function Materials for TNT Adsorption and Catalytic Degradation: An Experimental Approach Open
This study explores the adsorption and catalytic degradation of 2,4,6-trinitrotoluene (TNT) from aqueous solutions, using montmorillonite-based catalysts. Commercially, montmorillonite K10 was modified through aluminum pillaring (K10-Al-PI…
View article: The Influence of Zn and Ca Addition on the Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, Cytocompatibility, and Electrochemical Behavior of WE43 Alloy Intended for Orthopedic Applications
The Influence of Zn and Ca Addition on the Microstructure, Mechanical Properties, Cytocompatibility, and Electrochemical Behavior of WE43 Alloy Intended for Orthopedic Applications Open
Background and Objectives: Magnesium (Mg)-based materials, such as the WE43 alloy, show potential in biomedical applications owing to their advantageous mechanical properties and biodegradability; however, their quick corrosion rate and hy…
View article: Evaluation of Wear Mechanisms of an Aluminum Alloy in Emergency Applications
Evaluation of Wear Mechanisms of an Aluminum Alloy in Emergency Applications Open
Aluminum-silicon alloys have become a popular choice for applications in the automotive and aerospace industries and have proven themselves through their fault-tolerant processability and respectable static properties at comparatively low …
View article: Innovation in the Use of Recycled and Heat-Treated Glass in Various Applications: Mechanical and Chemical Properties
Innovation in the Use of Recycled and Heat-Treated Glass in Various Applications: Mechanical and Chemical Properties Open
By decreasing manufacturing costs for different civic purposes, glass recycling is an economically significant technology that also helps conserve natural resources and mitigates environmental problems. Throughout the recycling process, th…
View article: A Comprehensive Review of Improving the Durability Properties of Agricultural Harrow Discs by Atmospheric Plasma Spraying (APS)
A Comprehensive Review of Improving the Durability Properties of Agricultural Harrow Discs by Atmospheric Plasma Spraying (APS) Open
This paper presents a comprehensive analysis of recent advancements in the application of thermal spraying techniques to enhance the durability and wear resistance of agricultural machinery components, with a particular focus on disc harro…
View article: The Influence of Ca on Mechanical Properties of the Mg–Ca–Zn–RE–Zr Alloy for Orthopedic Applications
The Influence of Ca on Mechanical Properties of the Mg–Ca–Zn–RE–Zr Alloy for Orthopedic Applications Open
Background: This study examined how the concentration of calcium (Ca) influences the microstructure, mechanical characteristics, and tribological attributes of Mg–Ca–Zn–RE–Zr alloys for orthopedic medicine. Materials and methods: Experimen…
View article: Increasing the Mechanical Characteristics of the Disc Harrow Component by APS Thermal Coatings
Increasing the Mechanical Characteristics of the Disc Harrow Component by APS Thermal Coatings Open
This paper presents a comparative analysis of three coating types—W2C/WC12Co (Metco71NS), Cr2O3-4SiO2-3TiO (Metco136F), and Co25.5Cr10.5Ni7.5W0.5C (Metco45C-NS)—applied to disc harrow components, focusing on their microstructural and tribo…
View article: Assessment of the Corrosion Resistance of Thermal Barrier Coatings on Internal Combustion Engine Components
Assessment of the Corrosion Resistance of Thermal Barrier Coatings on Internal Combustion Engine Components Open
Thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) can be applied on the inner surface of the combustion chamber of internal combustion engines to reduce fuel consumption and pollution and also improve the fatigue life of their components. The purpose of the…
View article: Obtaining and characterization of high-yttria content zirconia coatings
Obtaining and characterization of high-yttria content zirconia coatings Open
Ceramic coatings are regarded as suitable materials for high-temperature applications due to their excellent stability, both mechanical and chemical. Zirconia stabilized with yttria is a material that presents many advantages when used as …
View article: Cold Spray Coatings Morphology
Cold Spray Coatings Morphology Open
In the Cold Spraying technology, the coatings are produced as a result of the supersonic acceleration of the particles in a gas jet, at temperatures below the melting/phase transformation point of the sprayed material. In this paper, the m…
View article: Improvement of the mechanical and microstructural properties of the materials used for armour by surface deposition using the Cold Spray method
Improvement of the mechanical and microstructural properties of the materials used for armour by surface deposition using the Cold Spray method Open
Superficial depositions gain interest in various industries due to the significant improvement of the properties of the base material that is subjected to superficial depositions. The deposits can be made both in the technological process …
View article: Influence of TiO2 Alloying Percentage on the Morphology of APS-deposited Coatings from Cr2O3 Powders
Influence of TiO2 Alloying Percentage on the Morphology of APS-deposited Coatings from Cr2O3 Powders Open
In this paper we studied how alloying with different percentages of TiO2 influences the microstructure of Cr2O3 base matrix coatings deposited by plasma spray (APS). Thus, five different types of coatings were made, in which the percentage…
View article: Influence of the Plastic Deformation Process on the Residual Stresses and Hardness of an Al-5Mg Alloy
Influence of the Plastic Deformation Process on the Residual Stresses and Hardness of an Al-5Mg Alloy Open
The service behavior of ductile metallic materials, when they have previously undergone technological plastic deformation, depends on the deformation conditions. These are represented, among others, by the deformation rate, the process tem…
View article: Corrosion Behavior and Mechanical Properties of Zn–Ti Alloys as Biodegradable Materials
Corrosion Behavior and Mechanical Properties of Zn–Ti Alloys as Biodegradable Materials Open
The influence of the chemical composition and structural state of Zn–Ti alloys on corrosion behaviour and mechanical properties was studied. Zn-based alloys were investigated, more precisely, pure technical Zn and Zn with 0.10, 0.25 and 1.…
View article: In Vitro and In Vivo Analysis of the Mg-Ca-Zn Biodegradable Alloys
In Vitro and In Vivo Analysis of the Mg-Ca-Zn Biodegradable Alloys Open
The objective of this work was to analyze the in vitro and in vivo tests of a novel Mg-based biodegradable alloy—Mg-0.5%Ca—with various amounts of Zn (0.5, 1, 1.5, 2.0, and 3.0 wt.%). In terms of in vitro biocompatibility, MTT and Calcein-…
View article: Usage of Thermal Coatings for the Improvement of Material Properties for Ballistic Protection in the Military Field. A Review
Usage of Thermal Coatings for the Improvement of Material Properties for Ballistic Protection in the Military Field. A Review Open
In this review, the impact on the ballistic protection properties for some materials used in the military field was analysed, in relation to the improvement of mechanical and microstructural properties. The main objective was the ballistic…
View article: Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles Containing Zinc Complexes and Their Incorporation in Topical Creams with Antimicrobial Properties
Green Synthesis of Nanoparticles Containing Zinc Complexes and Their Incorporation in Topical Creams with Antimicrobial Properties Open
This article reports on a new way of valorizing vine leaves waste as a renewable resource of polyphenols. The nanoparticles containing zinc complexes were prepared by a green synthesis method using the aqueous extract of vine leaves as a n…
View article: Analysis of Chemical, Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of a CuAlBe Material Regarding Its Role as a Non-Sparking Material
Analysis of Chemical, Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of a CuAlBe Material Regarding Its Role as a Non-Sparking Material Open
We developed and analyzed a novel non-sparking material based on CuAlBe for applications in potentially explosive environments. Using a master alloy of CuBe, an established material for anti-sparking tools used in oil fields, mines, or are…
View article: Considerations on the Failure Mechanisms at Fatigue Loading of 1018 Steel Samples Coated with Wip-C1 by Cold Spray
Considerations on the Failure Mechanisms at Fatigue Loading of 1018 Steel Samples Coated with Wip-C1 by Cold Spray Open
There are some important advantages presented by metal specimens coated with WIP-C1 (Ni/CrC)-type materials. However, given the coating methods and the stress under dynamic loads, there are issues that need to be taken into account, partic…
View article: Influence of deposition technology on the morphology of chromium carbide-based powder coatings
Influence of deposition technology on the morphology of chromium carbide-based powder coatings Open
Chromium carbide powders are widely used for thermal spray coatings because these hard particles provide improvements of mechanical properties, mainly wear resistance, on the surfaces on which they are deposited. The integration of chromiu…
View article: Modern Surface Deposition Methods for Improving the Properties of Materials
Modern Surface Deposition Methods for Improving the Properties of Materials Open
This study presents the most current research in the field of materials science and engineering aimed at improving the properties of materials through surface deposition. Thermal deposition methods are intended to create superficial layers…
View article: Investigations on the Degradation Behavior of Processed FeMnSi-xCu Shape Memory Alloys
Investigations on the Degradation Behavior of Processed FeMnSi-xCu Shape Memory Alloys Open
A new functional Fe-30Mn-5Si-xCu (x = 1.5 and 2 wt%) biomaterial was obtained from the levitation induction melting process and evaluated as a biodegradable material. The degradation characteristics were assessed in vitro using immersion t…
View article: Microstructural and Mechanical Properties Analysis of Phosphate Layers Deposited on Steel Rebars for Civil Constructions
Microstructural and Mechanical Properties Analysis of Phosphate Layers Deposited on Steel Rebars for Civil Constructions Open
This paper carries out a study on the microstructural characteristics and mechanical properties of phosphate layers deposited on steel reinforcements for civil constructions. Analyses were performed on 4 sets of samples: 1 control sample (…
View article: Evaluation of the Wear Properties and Corrosion Resistance of 52100 Steel Coated with Ni/CrC by Cold Spraying
Evaluation of the Wear Properties and Corrosion Resistance of 52100 Steel Coated with Ni/CrC by Cold Spraying Open
Coatings deposited by the cold particle gas spray method have shown significant potential for enhancing the properties of metals. We investigated the wear characteristics and corrosion behavior of 52100 steel coated with a mixture of Ni/ch…
View article: Assessing the effect of adding TiO2 and calcined montmorillonite clay nanoparticles on the mechanical properties of cement mortar
Assessing the effect of adding TiO2 and calcined montmorillonite clay nanoparticles on the mechanical properties of cement mortar Open
The study analyses the influence on the mechanical strength of titanium dioxide TiO2 and calcined montmorillonite (CMMT) particles added individually and combined to cement mortar mixes. Having both similar and complementary properties, th…
View article: STUDY OF THE TRIBOLOGICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF SOME BIODEGRADABLE Mg-Ca-Zn ALLOYS
STUDY OF THE TRIBOLOGICAL AND MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF SOME BIODEGRADABLE Mg-Ca-Zn ALLOYS Open
Magnesium-based biodegradable alloys used in medical applications have been intensively researched throughout the years. As is well known, the biodegradability of medical alloys is improved by alloying Mg with biocompatible and non-toxic m…