The absence of standards and a common vocabulary are an obstacle when it comes to
evaluating the structure of thermal spray coatings. However, proper sectioning and mounting …

The primary objective of metallographic examinations of thermally sprayed coatings is to
reveal the constituents and structure of the coatings and substrates by means of the …

If the microstructure of thermally sprayed coatings is to be accurately evaluated, proper
metallographic specimen preparation techniques need to be utilized to reveal the true …

Coatings, as most industrial products, must be tested at the Research and Development
stage, in production environment, but it should be kept in mind that coating properties …

This article reviews how process variations influence the characteristics of thermal spray
coatings. It describes various specimen preparation techniques, which allow accurate …

Abstract During Thermal Spraying material is partially or totally melted in between
milliseconds, accelerated to high velocities and propelled onto the surface to be coated …

Coatings, as most industrial products, must be tested at the research and development
stage, in production environment, but it should be kept in mind that coating properties …

Thermally-sprayed coatings are applied to various materials to provide protection for beat-
loaded parts as well as corrosion and wear. They also serve as a thermal barrier to reduce …

Metallographic examination is a critical step in the assessment of thermal spray coating
characteristics. This article discusses the major steps involved in metallographic …

Thermal spray coating as any other industrial product must be tested for quality assurance
after deposition. Coating properties vary with the deposition technique and is strongly …