Thermal spray coatings from several different coating families have been metallographically
prepared using traditional and modern metallographic techniques. The different recipes …

Metallographic preparation of thermal spray coated samples is often difficult because hard
and soft materials, which normally require different polishing techniques, are commonly …

In order to properly characterize the entire deposition process, evaluation of the coating,
including a reliable metallographic preparation technique which reveals the true …

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 …

Metallographic specimen preparation of thermal spray coatings is continuing to undergo
intense scrutiny. From ASM to ASTM, efforts are being mounted to provide laboratories with …

The heterogeneous or composite nature of the thermal spray deposit can make choosing a
metallographic preparation process very difficult. Hard vs. soft phases, brittle ceramics, and …

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

The metallographic preparation of thermal spray coatings should be carefully undertaken to
prevent adverse effects on the resulting microstructure. Several efficient methods for …

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 …

The Accepted Practices Committees operate under the general goal of collecting and
presenting recommendations for the evaluation of thermal spray coatings. With the vast …