Magnesium and its alloys have gained relevance for their light-weight combined with a high value of strength-to-weight ratio,which makes them useful in fields such as aerospace,automotive as well as biomedical enginee...Magnesium and its alloys have gained relevance for their light-weight combined with a high value of strength-to-weight ratio,which makes them useful in fields such as aerospace,automotive as well as biomedical engineering.Unfortunately,the poor corrosion resistance of Mg-alloys limits their wide acceptance.Advanced composite coatings which are self-healing,superhydrophobic anti corrosive,and wear resistant are new synthetic materials for abating these challenges.The superimposed superhydrophobic surfaces help in minimizing their water contact,thus slowing down the electrochemical reactions on the surface of the alloys,while their self-healing characteristics autonomously aid in the repair of any induced micro-crack,defect or damage towards ensuring the metal's long-term protection.In addition,the integration of wear-resistant materials further improves the durability of coatings under mechanical stress.The most recent research efforts have been directed towards the preparation of multifunctional composites,with an emphasis on nanomaterials,functional polymers,and state-of-the-art fabrication techniques in order to take advantage of their synergistic effects.Some of the methods that have so far exhibited promising potentials in fabricating these materials include the sol-gel method,layer-by-layer assembly,and plasma treatments.However,most of the fabricated products are still faced with significant challenges ranging from long-term stability to homogeneous adhesion of the coatings and their scalability for industrial applications.This review discusses the recent progress and the relationship between corrosion inhibition and self-healing efficiencies of wear resistant polymer nanocomposite coatings.Some challenges related to optimizing coating performance were also discussed.In addition,future directions ranging from the consideration of bioinspired designs,novel hybrid nanocomposite materials,and environmentally sustainable solutions integrated with smart protective coatings were also proposed as new wave technologies that can potentially revolutionize the corrosion protection offered by Mg alloys while opening up prospects for improved performance and sustainability.展开更多
Cu–Ni and Cu–Co–Ni superhydrophobic films were constructed on the surface of B10 copper–nickel alloy welded joints using a two-step process of electrodeposition and stearic acid modification.The chemical compositi...Cu–Ni and Cu–Co–Ni superhydrophobic films were constructed on the surface of B10 copper–nickel alloy welded joints using a two-step process of electrodeposition and stearic acid modification.The chemical composition of the film surface was determined using surface characterization techniques.The corrosion resistance of the films was characterized using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy,potentiodynamic polarization,and scanning Kelvin probe microscopy at multiple scales.The thermal stability,mechanical stability,and self-cleaning properties of the films were also characterized.It was determined that the Cu–Co–Ni superhydrophobic film exhibited the best performance,with a static water contact angle of 159.3°,a roll-off angle of 2.3°,a charge transfer resistance 3300 times higher than the substrate,a self-corrosion current density nearly three orders of magnitude lower,and a surface Kelvin potential increase of 420 mV.The film demonstrated good thermal stability,excellent mechanical stability,and outstanding self-cleaning properties.Combining with previous studies,it was found that Co elements in the film contribute to the formation of a uniform and dense film,Ni elements enhance the adhesion and corrosion resistance between the films,and the combination of Co and Ni elements promotes uniform surface potential and further improves the corrosion resistance and interfilm adhesion of the films.展开更多
Magnesium alloys hold promise as biodegradable orthopedic implants but suffer from rapid corrosion and poor corrosion fatigue performance.This study evaluates the efficacy of a micro-arc oxidation(MAO)layer combined w...Magnesium alloys hold promise as biodegradable orthopedic implants but suffer from rapid corrosion and poor corrosion fatigue performance.This study evaluates the efficacy of a micro-arc oxidation(MAO)layer combined with 3-glycidyloxypropyltrimethoxysilane(GPTMS)sealing in enhancing the corrosion fatigue behavior of ZE21B magnesium alloy in Hanks’Balanced Salt Solution(HBSS).Electrochemical testing revealed a two-order-of-magnitude reduction in corrosion current density compared to bare alloy,while immersion tests demonstrated sustained protection against degradation.Corrosion fatigue experiments under cyclic loading showed stress-dependent performance:the composite coating improved fatigue life at low stress amplitudes(60 MPa)by mitigating corrosion pit formation,but interfacial weakness between GPTMS and MAO layers reduced performance at high stresses(90-80 MPa).Fractographic analysis identified asynchronous deformation and stress gradient-dependent coating spallation as key failure modes.These results provide mechanistic insights into coating degradation pathways and offer design strategies for developing robust surface modification systems to advance magnesium-based orthopedic applications.展开更多
Coating uniform,compact and thin nanoshells on micro-sized particles is critical to various applications including anticorrosive broadband microwave absorbing materials(MAMs),yet effective processing methods remain la...Coating uniform,compact and thin nanoshells on micro-sized particles is critical to various applications including anticorrosive broadband microwave absorbing materials(MAMs),yet effective processing methods remain lacking.In this work,a turbulent sol-gel method is developed to coat the desired SiO2 nanoshells on flaky carbonyl iron(FCI)particles.The adding millimeter-sized zirconia balls,driven by the orbital shaking,squeeze the solution and create significant relative motion between the liquid and balls,which generates turbulent flows.This significantly promotes the heterogeneous nucleation rate and high nucleation density,ultimately forming highly compact and uniform SiO2 nanoshells covering FCI particles to enhance the electromagnetic absorption and anticorrosion properties.The as-obtained core-shell particles minimize the interface polarization and retain high magnetic loss,resulting in an improved impedance matching and a reflection loss<−10 dB with a bandwidth of 6.5 GHz at a thin thickness of 1 mm.Moreover,they also show a substantial order-of-magnitude improvement in anticorrosion performance.This work provides a promising method to fabricate anticorrosive,broadband and thin-thickness MAMs.The turbulent sol-gel method developed herein offers a facile and effective approach for fabricating uniform compact nanoshells on micro-sized particles.展开更多
Wrought and laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)Ti−6Al−4V(Ti-6-4)specimens were comparatively evaluated,with the objective to determine LPBF Ti−6Al−4V’s suitability for biomedical applications.Testing included nanoindentati...Wrought and laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)Ti−6Al−4V(Ti-6-4)specimens were comparatively evaluated,with the objective to determine LPBF Ti−6Al−4V’s suitability for biomedical applications.Testing included nanoindentation,cyclic polarization in simulated body fluid(SBF,37°C),and dry and SBF“ball-on-plate”sliding.Wrought Ti-6-4 exhibited a lamellarα+βmicrostructure,whereas LPBF Ti-6-4 displayed a fine-grainedα′-martensite microstructure.LPBF Ti-6-4 demonstrated~3%higher indentation modulus and~32%higher hardness,while wrought Ti-6-4 showed~8%higher plasticity.Both alloys exhibited low corrosion rates(10−5 mA/cm^(2)order)and true passivity(10−4 mA/cm^(2)order).No localized corrosion was observed in either two alloys,except for occasional metastable pitting in the LPBF alloy.However,LPBF Ti-6-4 presented higher corrosion rate and passive current,ascribed to its martensitic structure.During dry sliding,LPBF Ti-6-4 exhibited~14%lower volume loss compared to wrought Ti-6-4.Sliding in SBF increased volume losses for both alloys,with wear resistances nearly equalized,as the advantage of LPBF Ti-6-4 decreased due to more intense wear-accelerated corrosion induced by the stressed martensite.Overall,the results demonstrate the suitability of LPBF Ti-6-4 for biomedical uses.展开更多
In this paper, through the data treatment of correlation coefficients and the clustering technique of pattern recognition, both the matrix of correlation coefficients and the pedigree of factor clusters show that some...In this paper, through the data treatment of correlation coefficients and the clustering technique of pattern recognition, both the matrix of correlation coefficients and the pedigree of factor clusters show that some factors affecting soil corrosivity are interrelated closely, and some independent relatively. The data analytical method used in this paper has certain assistance to the selection of major soil factors during the prediction and evaluation of soil corrosivity.展开更多
BACKGROUND Aorto-oesophageal fistula(AOF)are uncommon and exceedingly rare after corrosive ingestion.The authors report a case of AOF after corrosive ingestion that survived.A comprehensive literature review was perfo...BACKGROUND Aorto-oesophageal fistula(AOF)are uncommon and exceedingly rare after corrosive ingestion.The authors report a case of AOF after corrosive ingestion that survived.A comprehensive literature review was performed to identify all cases of AOF after corrosive ingestion to determine the incidence of this condition,how it is best managed and what the outcomes are.CASE SUMMARY A previously healthy 30-year-old male,presented with a corrosive oesophageal injury after drain cleaner ingestion.He did not require acute surgical resection,but developed long-segment oesophageal stricturing,which was initially managed with cautious dilatation and later stenting.An AOF was suspected at endoscopy performed two months after the ingestion,when the patient represented with massive upper gastrointestinal bleeding.The fistula was confirmed on computerised tomographic angiography.The initial bleeding at endoscopy was temporised by oesophageal stenting;a second stent was placed when bleeding recurred later the same day.The stenting successfully achieved temporary bleeding control,but resulted in sudden respiratory distress,which was found to be due to left main bronchus compression caused by the overlapping oesophageal stents.Definitive bleeding control was achieved by endovascular aortic stent-grafting.A retrosternal gastroplasty was subsequently performed to achieve gastrointestinal diversion to reduce the risk of stent-graft sepsis.He was subsequently successfully discharged and remains well one year post injury.CONCLUSION AOF after corrosive ingestion is exceedingly rare,with a very high mortality.Most occur weeks to months after the initial corrosive ingestion.Conservative management is ill-advised.展开更多
Galvanic corrosion of tri-metallic couples is more complicated than that of bi-metallic couples. In this study, the effect of the pH of corrosive media on the galvanic corrosion of 2024 A1 alloy/Q235 mild steel/304 st...Galvanic corrosion of tri-metallic couples is more complicated than that of bi-metallic couples. In this study, the effect of the pH of corrosive media on the galvanic corrosion of 2024 A1 alloy/Q235 mild steel/304 stainless steel tri-metallic couples was investigated using potentiodynamic polarization, scanning electron microscopy, scanning vibrating electrode technique and a multi-channel galvanic corrosion meter. The results show that 2024 always acts as the only anode in 3.5 wt% NaCl at pH 5.56,9.72 and 12.0, while both Q235 and 2024 act as anodes at pH 2.39 in the initial stage and then the role of Q235 changes at longer coupling time, which can be attributed to the effect of pH on the surface film of 2024. It is also found that the galvanic current density of a tri-metallic couple is the superposition of two bi-metallic couples when cathodic reactions are controlled by the diffusion of oxygen, otherwise it is smaller than that of the sum of two bi-metallic couples. The localized corrosion instead of uniform corrosion of anodic metal is accelerated by galvanic corrosion.展开更多
Tribological properties of impregnated graphite are greatly influenced by preparation technology and working conditions and it’s highly susceptible to corrosion environmental impacts,but the experimental research abo...Tribological properties of impregnated graphite are greatly influenced by preparation technology and working conditions and it’s highly susceptible to corrosion environmental impacts,but the experimental research about it are few.In this paper,three kinds of impregnated graphite samples are prepared with different degree of graphitization,the tribological properties of these samples in the dry friction environment and in a corrosive environment are analyzed and contrasted.The tribo-test results show that the friction coefficient of samples is reduced and the amount of wear of samples increase when the graphitization degree of samples increases in dry friction condition.While in a corrosive environment（samples are soaked N2O4）,the friction coefficient and amount of wear are changed little if the graphitization degree of samples are low.If the degree of graphitization increase,the friction coefficient and amount of wear of samples increase too,the amount of wear is 2 to 3 times as the samples tested in the non-corrosive environment under pv value of 30MPa？m/s.The impregnated graphite,which friction coefficient is stable and graphitization degree is in mid level,such#2,is more appropriate to have a work in the corrosion conditions.In this paper,preparation and tribological properties especially in corrosive environment of the impregnated graphite is studied,the research conclusion can provide an experimental and theoretical basis for the selection and process improvement of graphite materials,and also provide some important design parameters for contact seal works in a corrosive environment.展开更多
Anaerobic, aerobic, and facultative bacteria are all present in corrosive environments. However, as previous studies to address corrosion in the marine environment have largely focused on anaerobic bacteria, limited a...Anaerobic, aerobic, and facultative bacteria are all present in corrosive environments. However, as previous studies to address corrosion in the marine environment have largely focused on anaerobic bacteria, limited attention has been paid to the composition and function of aerobic and facultative bacteria in this process. For analysis in this study, ten samples were collected from rust layers on steel plates that had been immersed in seawater for diff erent periods (i.e., six months and eight years) at Sanya and Xiamen, China. The cultivable aerobic bacterial community structure as well as the number of sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) were analyzed in both cases, while the proportion of facultative SRB among the isolated aerobic bacteria in each sample was also evaluated using a novel approach. Bacterial abundance results show that the proportions are related to sea location and immersion time;abundances of culturable aerobic bacteria (CAB) and SRB from Sanya were greater in most corrosion samples than those from Xiamen, and abundances of both bacterial groups were greater in samples immersed for six months than for eight years. A total of 213 isolates were obtained from all samples in terms of CAB community composition, and a phylogenetic analysis revealed that the taxa comprised four phyla and 31 genera. Bacterial species composition is related to marine location;the results show that Firmicutes and Proteobacteria were the dominant phyla, accounting for 98.13% of the total, while Bacillus and Vibrio were the dominant genera, accounting for 53.06% of the total. An additional sixfacultative SRB strains were also screened from the isolates obtained and were found to encompass the genus Vibrio (four strains), Staphylococcus (one strain), and Photobacterium (one strain). It is noteworthy that mentions of Photobacterium species have so far been absent from the literature, both in terms of its membership of the SRB group and its relationship to corrosion.展开更多
Expandable rock bolts are widely used in hard rock mines as an efficient ground control product.However, capacity and service life can be significantly reduced if the metallic body is subjected to corrosion.In some ha...Expandable rock bolts are widely used in hard rock mines as an efficient ground control product.However, capacity and service life can be significantly reduced if the metallic body is subjected to corrosion.In some hard rock mines in the U.S., highly corrosive ground conditions exist, and it has been reported that inflatable rock bolts have corroded within a few months after installation.To provide mining industry a cost-effective inflatable bolt and combat the corrosion issues, Jennmar Corporation, Inc.,and its subsidiary Keystone Mining Services, LLC(KMS), analyzed corroded bolt samples, identified root causes, evaluated properties of various coating materials, and developed a new inflatable rock bolt,Python M3^(TM), that is protected with an innovative PyFlexU2^(TM)coating.The new generation Python M3^(TM) features improved steel chemistry for reliable performance, modified profile for better inflation, and surface preparation and coating application.The PyFlexU2^(TM)is impervious to liquid and air, durable, and UV resistant.With a flexible, adhesive, and highly corrosion-resistant undercoating, and a very hard sacrificial surface coating, the PyFlexU2^(TM)coating system provides the Python M3^(TM)superior protection against chemical corrosion and physical scratch damage.The under-coating has exceptional flexibility and adhesion to prevent coating micro-cracks or fractures after bolt inflation and possesses excellent corrosion resistance to acids(pH < 3), alkalis(p H > 11), fuels, and salt solvents.The corrosion and scratch resistant PyFlexU2^(TM)coating offers very effective bolt protection for extra longevity in highly corrosive environments.The Python M3^(TM)coated with PyFlexU2^(TM)has been tested in the most challenging conditions,including laboratory corrosion tests in extreme acidic and basic solvents, rock slurry, and borehole scratch insertion tests.With demonstrated corrosion and scratch resistance, the product has been greatly welcomed by hard rock mines in the West and is currently installed in large scale.This paper identifies the root causes of the bolt corrosion, discusses the analysis process, and details laboratory and underground tests carried out on the Python M3^(TM)coated with PyFlexU2^(TM).The Python M3^(TM)and PyFlexU2^(TM) are subjects covered by pending U.S.Patent Applications assigned to FCI Holdings Delaware, LLC.展开更多
This paper deals with a correction method for corrosive crack width caused by non-uniform corrosion. Considering the corrosion cracking characteristics of a reinforced concrete structure, a correction model of corrosi...This paper deals with a correction method for corrosive crack width caused by non-uniform corrosion. Considering the corrosion cracking characteristics of a reinforced concrete structure, a correction model of corrosive crack width involving the mutual impacts between adjacent measuring points is established. The calculation model for steel bar corrosion rate for single point is obtained through quantitative analysis and accelerated corrosion tests on more than 70 reinforced cubic members. Two methods are suggested by combining two models, the correction and the corrosion calculation ones. Electrolyte accelerated cor- rosion tests on seven beams are carried out to verify these methods. The experimental results show that the ratio between the maximum corrosion rate by the indirect method and the measured average value ranges from 1.4 to 2.4, and the indirect method is shown to be an effective method for calculating the maximum corrosion rate.展开更多
The corrosion, corrosive wear and dry sliding wear of nanocomposites, are extremely complicated and involve various chemical, physical anbd mechanical factors. The aim of this work is to investigate the effects of nan...The corrosion, corrosive wear and dry sliding wear of nanocomposites, are extremely complicated and involve various chemical, physical anbd mechanical factors. The aim of this work is to investigate the effects of nanosized SiC content on the hardness, dry sliding wear, corrosion and corrosive wear of Al/SiC nanocomposites synthesized by mechanical milling cold pressing and hot extrusion. The corrosion resistance of these composites in 3%NaCl solution was investigated by electrochemical polarization testing and their dry sliding as well as corrosive wear resistance in the same solution was evaluated using a pin-on-disc tester. The microstructures of the samples and their worn surfaces were examined using scanning electron microscopy. It was shown that the dry sliding wear and corrosion resistance of these nanocomposites were improved with the increase of SiC content. It was concluded that due to the lubrication effect of the solution, both the friction coefficient and frictional heat that might soften the material were reduced. In addition, the improved strength of the nanocomposites combined with their better corrosion resistance contributed to their increased corrosive wear resistance, compared with the base alloy. The prominent wear mechanism in the unreinforced alloy was adhesive wear, in the Al/SiC nanocomposites, the wear mechanism changed to abrasive.展开更多
TiNi alloy has a high resistance to wear and could be an excellent candidate for various tribological applications. In this paper, it was demonstrated that by addition of yttrium, hardness properties and resistance to...TiNi alloy has a high resistance to wear and could be an excellent candidate for various tribological applications. In this paper, it was demonstrated that by addition of yttrium, hardness properties and resistance to wear and corrosive wear of TiNi alloy were improved. New yttrium rich regions were formed in microstructure of TiNi alloy. The improved properties of this alloy by the yttrium addition could be attributed to the formation of these regions. The results showed that there was an optimum content for addition of yttrium between 2% and 5% （in wt%）, and above this content the improvement in properties of TiNi became minor.展开更多
The colon is an alternative graft organ for esophageal reconstruction.The present study reviewed our experience with the colon interposition for esophageal replacement following corrosive ingestion,to evaluate the out...The colon is an alternative graft organ for esophageal reconstruction.The present study reviewed our experience with the colon interposition for esophageal replacement following corrosive ingestion,to evaluate the outcomes of colon interposition based on our surgical experience. The clinical data of 119 patients who underwent colon interposition for esophageal replacement from January 2005 to March 2017 were retrospectively analyzed. The routes of the colon interposition were retrosternal in 119 (100%). The median operative time was 390 min (range: 290-610 min) and the median blood loss was 615 mL (range:270-2500 mL). Of these 119 patients, the cervical anastomosis was performed at the hypopharynx (n=20,16.8%), the larynx (n=3,2.5%), and the cervical esophagus (n=96, 80.7%). Five patients experienced cervical anastomotic leakage (4 cases for esophagus-colon, and one for hypopharynx-colon).One patient experienced wound infection of the abdominal wall. Three patients had injury of recurrent laryngeal nerve and hoarseness. Three patients had stress ulcer with bleeding and treated with octreotide. Two patients suffered from incomplete intestinal obstruction. The postoperative follow-up was made for 12 months in all patients and all of them were alive. In conclusion, The colon is well-suited for esophageal reconstruction. The selection of the colon graft should be flexible and be based on the inspection of blood supply and the length needed. We must therefore make every effort to reduce the number of postoperative complications, and improve the quality of life for patients.展开更多
Plasma electrolytic oxidation(PEO)is a promising surface treatment to generate adherent and thick anti-corrosive coating on light-weight metals(Al,Mg,Ti,etc.)using an eco-friendly alkaline electrolyte.High energy plas...Plasma electrolytic oxidation(PEO)is a promising surface treatment to generate adherent and thick anti-corrosive coating on light-weight metals(Al,Mg,Ti,etc.)using an eco-friendly alkaline electrolyte.High energy plasma,however,inevitably generates porous structures that limit their practical performance.The present study proposes a straight-forward simple method by utilizing sub-zero electrolyte(268 K)to alter the plasma characteristics during formation of the protective coating on AZ31 Mg alloy via PEO with a comparison to the electrolyte at room temperature(298 K).In refrigerated electrolyte,the formation of micro-defects is suppressed relatively at the expense of low coating growth,which is measured to be twice lower than that at 298 K due to the temperature-dependent soft plasma discharges contributing to the development of the present coating.As a consequence,corrosion resistance of the sample processed at 268 K is superior to that of 298K,implying that the effect of coating thickness is less dominant than that of compactness.This phenomenon is interpreted in relation to the ionic movement and oxide solidification controlled by soft plasma discharges arising from the temperature gradient between electrolyte and surface of the substrate during PEO.展开更多
Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings were fabricated on Ti6Al4V alloy using a laser thermal spraying(LTS).The surface and cross-section morphologies,phases and bonding strength of obtained coatings were investigated using sc...Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings were fabricated on Ti6Al4V alloy using a laser thermal spraying(LTS).The surface and cross-section morphologies,phases and bonding strength of obtained coatings were investigated using scanning electronic microscopy(SEM),X-ray diffraction(XRD),and scratch test,respectively.The effects of laser power on the coefficients of friction(COFs)and corrosive-wear behaviors of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings were investigated using a wear tester in 3.5%NaCl solution,and the electrochemical corrosion performance was analyzed using an electrochemical workstation.The experimental results show that the Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coating is bonded with the substrate in the metallurgical form,and the bonding strengths of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings fabricated at the laser power of 1000,1200,and 1400 W are 76.5,56.5,and 55.6 N,respectively.The average COFs of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings fabricated at the laser power of 1000,1200,and 1400 W are 0.769,0.893,and 0.941,respectively;and the corresponding wear rates are 0.267×105,0.3178×105,and 0.325×105μm3/Nm,respectively,which increases with the increase of laser power,the wear mechanism is primarily abrasive wear.The corrosion potential of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings fabricated at the laser power of 1000,1200,and 1400 W is-0.05,-0.25,and-0.31 V,respectively,higher than-0.45 V of substrate which enhances the electrochemical corrosion resistance of substrate.展开更多
Five kinds of Ni-based coatings with 0 wt% , 2. 5 wt% , 5.0 wt% , 7.5 wt% and 10. 0 wt% molybdenum were prepared on 45CrNi steel plates by using laser cladding technique. The effect of Mo on the microstructure of Ni-b...Five kinds of Ni-based coatings with 0 wt% , 2. 5 wt% , 5.0 wt% , 7.5 wt% and 10. 0 wt% molybdenum were prepared on 45CrNi steel plates by using laser cladding technique. The effect of Mo on the microstructure of Ni-based coatings was investigated by using scanning electron microscopy. The corrosive wear resistance and the corrosion resistance of five coatings were tested. The results show that the corrosive wear resistance of the coating with 5.0 wt% Mo is better than those of other coatings. During the corrosive wear process, the corrosion and wear effects are combined. The corrosive wear resistance is closely related to the microstructure of the coating.展开更多
We present an unusual case of corrosive esophageal injury following liquid glue ingestion. The endoscopic f indings were tissue sloughing and blackened appearance of the esophagogastric junction,due to caustic esophag...We present an unusual case of corrosive esophageal injury following liquid glue ingestion. The endoscopic f indings were tissue sloughing and blackened appearance of the esophagogastric junction,due to caustic esophageal injuries following ingestion of glue containing toluene.展开更多
The intercalation of 4-methyl pyridine （4-picoline） into layered semiconductive material （MnPS3） and the stability of the resulting materials in corrosive environments （water, HCI and open atmosphere） were inves...The intercalation of 4-methyl pyridine （4-picoline） into layered semiconductive material （MnPS3） and the stability of the resulting materials in corrosive environments （water, HCI and open atmosphere） were investigated. Powder X-ray diffraction （XRD） indicated that the presence of water and hydrochloric acid greatly influenced the existing form of intercalation and its orientation in the interlayer of the host. Atmospheric environment （open air） affected the vip orientation in the interlayer of the host material. Phase transformation occurred and the material was stable. The intercalated compounds could be indexed in the trigonal unit cell. The XRD patterns exhibited sharp hkl reflections of the intercalated compounds, which formed in water and HCI, confirming that the materials were well crystalline and stable in corrosive environments.展开更多
文摘Magnesium and its alloys have gained relevance for their light-weight combined with a high value of strength-to-weight ratio,which makes them useful in fields such as aerospace,automotive as well as biomedical engineering.Unfortunately,the poor corrosion resistance of Mg-alloys limits their wide acceptance.Advanced composite coatings which are self-healing,superhydrophobic anti corrosive,and wear resistant are new synthetic materials for abating these challenges.The superimposed superhydrophobic surfaces help in minimizing their water contact,thus slowing down the electrochemical reactions on the surface of the alloys,while their self-healing characteristics autonomously aid in the repair of any induced micro-crack,defect or damage towards ensuring the metal's long-term protection.In addition,the integration of wear-resistant materials further improves the durability of coatings under mechanical stress.The most recent research efforts have been directed towards the preparation of multifunctional composites,with an emphasis on nanomaterials,functional polymers,and state-of-the-art fabrication techniques in order to take advantage of their synergistic effects.Some of the methods that have so far exhibited promising potentials in fabricating these materials include the sol-gel method,layer-by-layer assembly,and plasma treatments.However,most of the fabricated products are still faced with significant challenges ranging from long-term stability to homogeneous adhesion of the coatings and their scalability for industrial applications.This review discusses the recent progress and the relationship between corrosion inhibition and self-healing efficiencies of wear resistant polymer nanocomposite coatings.Some challenges related to optimizing coating performance were also discussed.In addition,future directions ranging from the consideration of bioinspired designs,novel hybrid nanocomposite materials,and environmentally sustainable solutions integrated with smart protective coatings were also proposed as new wave technologies that can potentially revolutionize the corrosion protection offered by Mg alloys while opening up prospects for improved performance and sustainability.
基金fnancial support by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42176209)the Natural Science Foundation of Shandong Province(Grant No.ZR2021MD064).
文摘Cu–Ni and Cu–Co–Ni superhydrophobic films were constructed on the surface of B10 copper–nickel alloy welded joints using a two-step process of electrodeposition and stearic acid modification.The chemical composition of the film surface was determined using surface characterization techniques.The corrosion resistance of the films was characterized using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy,potentiodynamic polarization,and scanning Kelvin probe microscopy at multiple scales.The thermal stability,mechanical stability,and self-cleaning properties of the films were also characterized.It was determined that the Cu–Co–Ni superhydrophobic film exhibited the best performance,with a static water contact angle of 159.3°,a roll-off angle of 2.3°,a charge transfer resistance 3300 times higher than the substrate,a self-corrosion current density nearly three orders of magnitude lower,and a surface Kelvin potential increase of 420 mV.The film demonstrated good thermal stability,excellent mechanical stability,and outstanding self-cleaning properties.Combining with previous studies,it was found that Co elements in the film contribute to the formation of a uniform and dense film,Ni elements enhance the adhesion and corrosion resistance between the films,and the combination of Co and Ni elements promotes uniform surface potential and further improves the corrosion resistance and interfilm adhesion of the films.
基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(52301107)the Joint Fund Project of Henan Provincial Science and Technology Research and Development Plan(242301420036).
文摘Magnesium alloys hold promise as biodegradable orthopedic implants but suffer from rapid corrosion and poor corrosion fatigue performance.This study evaluates the efficacy of a micro-arc oxidation(MAO)layer combined with 3-glycidyloxypropyltrimethoxysilane(GPTMS)sealing in enhancing the corrosion fatigue behavior of ZE21B magnesium alloy in Hanks’Balanced Salt Solution(HBSS).Electrochemical testing revealed a two-order-of-magnitude reduction in corrosion current density compared to bare alloy,while immersion tests demonstrated sustained protection against degradation.Corrosion fatigue experiments under cyclic loading showed stress-dependent performance:the composite coating improved fatigue life at low stress amplitudes(60 MPa)by mitigating corrosion pit formation,but interfacial weakness between GPTMS and MAO layers reduced performance at high stresses(90-80 MPa).Fractographic analysis identified asynchronous deformation and stress gradient-dependent coating spallation as key failure modes.These results provide mechanistic insights into coating degradation pathways and offer design strategies for developing robust surface modification systems to advance magnesium-based orthopedic applications.
基金supported by the Innovation Team in Key Areas of the Innovation Talent Promotion Plan(2021)of MOST,Chinathe National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52473078,52071239,52311530074)the Cultivation Program of Wuhan Institute of Photochemistry and Technology(No.GHY2023KF004).
文摘Coating uniform,compact and thin nanoshells on micro-sized particles is critical to various applications including anticorrosive broadband microwave absorbing materials(MAMs),yet effective processing methods remain lacking.In this work,a turbulent sol-gel method is developed to coat the desired SiO2 nanoshells on flaky carbonyl iron(FCI)particles.The adding millimeter-sized zirconia balls,driven by the orbital shaking,squeeze the solution and create significant relative motion between the liquid and balls,which generates turbulent flows.This significantly promotes the heterogeneous nucleation rate and high nucleation density,ultimately forming highly compact and uniform SiO2 nanoshells covering FCI particles to enhance the electromagnetic absorption and anticorrosion properties.The as-obtained core-shell particles minimize the interface polarization and retain high magnetic loss,resulting in an improved impedance matching and a reflection loss<−10 dB with a bandwidth of 6.5 GHz at a thin thickness of 1 mm.Moreover,they also show a substantial order-of-magnitude improvement in anticorrosion performance.This work provides a promising method to fabricate anticorrosive,broadband and thin-thickness MAMs.The turbulent sol-gel method developed herein offers a facile and effective approach for fabricating uniform compact nanoshells on micro-sized particles.
基金supported by the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine(No.0123U101834)support in the framework of the“EU Next generation EU through the Recovery and Resilience Plan for Slovakia”(Nos.09I03-03-V01-00061 and 09I03-03-V01-00099)。
文摘Wrought and laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)Ti−6Al−4V(Ti-6-4)specimens were comparatively evaluated,with the objective to determine LPBF Ti−6Al−4V’s suitability for biomedical applications.Testing included nanoindentation,cyclic polarization in simulated body fluid(SBF,37°C),and dry and SBF“ball-on-plate”sliding.Wrought Ti-6-4 exhibited a lamellarα+βmicrostructure,whereas LPBF Ti-6-4 displayed a fine-grainedα′-martensite microstructure.LPBF Ti-6-4 demonstrated~3%higher indentation modulus and~32%higher hardness,while wrought Ti-6-4 showed~8%higher plasticity.Both alloys exhibited low corrosion rates(10−5 mA/cm^(2)order)and true passivity(10−4 mA/cm^(2)order).No localized corrosion was observed in either two alloys,except for occasional metastable pitting in the LPBF alloy.However,LPBF Ti-6-4 presented higher corrosion rate and passive current,ascribed to its martensitic structure.During dry sliding,LPBF Ti-6-4 exhibited~14%lower volume loss compared to wrought Ti-6-4.Sliding in SBF increased volume losses for both alloys,with wear resistances nearly equalized,as the advantage of LPBF Ti-6-4 decreased due to more intense wear-accelerated corrosion induced by the stressed martensite.Overall,the results demonstrate the suitability of LPBF Ti-6-4 for biomedical uses.
文摘In this paper, through the data treatment of correlation coefficients and the clustering technique of pattern recognition, both the matrix of correlation coefficients and the pedigree of factor clusters show that some factors affecting soil corrosivity are interrelated closely, and some independent relatively. The data analytical method used in this paper has certain assistance to the selection of major soil factors during the prediction and evaluation of soil corrosivity.
文摘BACKGROUND Aorto-oesophageal fistula(AOF)are uncommon and exceedingly rare after corrosive ingestion.The authors report a case of AOF after corrosive ingestion that survived.A comprehensive literature review was performed to identify all cases of AOF after corrosive ingestion to determine the incidence of this condition,how it is best managed and what the outcomes are.CASE SUMMARY A previously healthy 30-year-old male,presented with a corrosive oesophageal injury after drain cleaner ingestion.He did not require acute surgical resection,but developed long-segment oesophageal stricturing,which was initially managed with cautious dilatation and later stenting.An AOF was suspected at endoscopy performed two months after the ingestion,when the patient represented with massive upper gastrointestinal bleeding.The fistula was confirmed on computerised tomographic angiography.The initial bleeding at endoscopy was temporised by oesophageal stenting;a second stent was placed when bleeding recurred later the same day.The stenting successfully achieved temporary bleeding control,but resulted in sudden respiratory distress,which was found to be due to left main bronchus compression caused by the overlapping oesophageal stents.Definitive bleeding control was achieved by endovascular aortic stent-grafting.A retrosternal gastroplasty was subsequently performed to achieve gastrointestinal diversion to reduce the risk of stent-graft sepsis.He was subsequently successfully discharged and remains well one year post injury.CONCLUSION AOF after corrosive ingestion is exceedingly rare,with a very high mortality.Most occur weeks to months after the initial corrosive ingestion.Conservative management is ill-advised.
基金supported financially by the National Key Research and Development Program of China (No. 2017YFB0702100)the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province (No. 20170540666)
文摘Galvanic corrosion of tri-metallic couples is more complicated than that of bi-metallic couples. In this study, the effect of the pH of corrosive media on the galvanic corrosion of 2024 A1 alloy/Q235 mild steel/304 stainless steel tri-metallic couples was investigated using potentiodynamic polarization, scanning electron microscopy, scanning vibrating electrode technique and a multi-channel galvanic corrosion meter. The results show that 2024 always acts as the only anode in 3.5 wt% NaCl at pH 5.56,9.72 and 12.0, while both Q235 and 2024 act as anodes at pH 2.39 in the initial stage and then the role of Q235 changes at longer coupling time, which can be attributed to the effect of pH on the surface film of 2024. It is also found that the galvanic current density of a tri-metallic couple is the superposition of two bi-metallic couples when cathodic reactions are controlled by the diffusion of oxygen, otherwise it is smaller than that of the sum of two bi-metallic couples. The localized corrosion instead of uniform corrosion of anodic metal is accelerated by galvanic corrosion.
基金Supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.51175408)
文摘Tribological properties of impregnated graphite are greatly influenced by preparation technology and working conditions and it’s highly susceptible to corrosion environmental impacts,but the experimental research about it are few.In this paper,three kinds of impregnated graphite samples are prepared with different degree of graphitization,the tribological properties of these samples in the dry friction environment and in a corrosive environment are analyzed and contrasted.The tribo-test results show that the friction coefficient of samples is reduced and the amount of wear of samples increase when the graphitization degree of samples increases in dry friction condition.While in a corrosive environment（samples are soaked N2O4）,the friction coefficient and amount of wear are changed little if the graphitization degree of samples are low.If the degree of graphitization increase,the friction coefficient and amount of wear of samples increase too,the amount of wear is 2 to 3 times as the samples tested in the non-corrosive environment under pv value of 30MPa？m/s.The impregnated graphite,which friction coefficient is stable and graphitization degree is in mid level,such#2,is more appropriate to have a work in the corrosion conditions.In this paper,preparation and tribological properties especially in corrosive environment of the impregnated graphite is studied,the research conclusion can provide an experimental and theoretical basis for the selection and process improvement of graphite materials,and also provide some important design parameters for contact seal works in a corrosive environment.
基金Supported by the National Basic Research Program of China(973 Program)(No.2014CB643304)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.41576080)the Key Research and Development Program of Shandong Province(No.2018GHY115003)
文摘Anaerobic, aerobic, and facultative bacteria are all present in corrosive environments. However, as previous studies to address corrosion in the marine environment have largely focused on anaerobic bacteria, limited attention has been paid to the composition and function of aerobic and facultative bacteria in this process. For analysis in this study, ten samples were collected from rust layers on steel plates that had been immersed in seawater for diff erent periods (i.e., six months and eight years) at Sanya and Xiamen, China. The cultivable aerobic bacterial community structure as well as the number of sulfate-reducing bacteria (SRB) were analyzed in both cases, while the proportion of facultative SRB among the isolated aerobic bacteria in each sample was also evaluated using a novel approach. Bacterial abundance results show that the proportions are related to sea location and immersion time;abundances of culturable aerobic bacteria (CAB) and SRB from Sanya were greater in most corrosion samples than those from Xiamen, and abundances of both bacterial groups were greater in samples immersed for six months than for eight years. A total of 213 isolates were obtained from all samples in terms of CAB community composition, and a phylogenetic analysis revealed that the taxa comprised four phyla and 31 genera. Bacterial species composition is related to marine location;the results show that Firmicutes and Proteobacteria were the dominant phyla, accounting for 98.13% of the total, while Bacillus and Vibrio were the dominant genera, accounting for 53.06% of the total. An additional sixfacultative SRB strains were also screened from the isolates obtained and were found to encompass the genus Vibrio (four strains), Staphylococcus (one strain), and Photobacterium (one strain). It is noteworthy that mentions of Photobacterium species have so far been absent from the literature, both in terms of its membership of the SRB group and its relationship to corrosion.
文摘Expandable rock bolts are widely used in hard rock mines as an efficient ground control product.However, capacity and service life can be significantly reduced if the metallic body is subjected to corrosion.In some hard rock mines in the U.S., highly corrosive ground conditions exist, and it has been reported that inflatable rock bolts have corroded within a few months after installation.To provide mining industry a cost-effective inflatable bolt and combat the corrosion issues, Jennmar Corporation, Inc.,and its subsidiary Keystone Mining Services, LLC(KMS), analyzed corroded bolt samples, identified root causes, evaluated properties of various coating materials, and developed a new inflatable rock bolt,Python M3^(TM), that is protected with an innovative PyFlexU2^(TM)coating.The new generation Python M3^(TM) features improved steel chemistry for reliable performance, modified profile for better inflation, and surface preparation and coating application.The PyFlexU2^(TM)is impervious to liquid and air, durable, and UV resistant.With a flexible, adhesive, and highly corrosion-resistant undercoating, and a very hard sacrificial surface coating, the PyFlexU2^(TM)coating system provides the Python M3^(TM)superior protection against chemical corrosion and physical scratch damage.The under-coating has exceptional flexibility and adhesion to prevent coating micro-cracks or fractures after bolt inflation and possesses excellent corrosion resistance to acids(pH < 3), alkalis(p H > 11), fuels, and salt solvents.The corrosion and scratch resistant PyFlexU2^(TM)coating offers very effective bolt protection for extra longevity in highly corrosive environments.The Python M3^(TM)coated with PyFlexU2^(TM)has been tested in the most challenging conditions,including laboratory corrosion tests in extreme acidic and basic solvents, rock slurry, and borehole scratch insertion tests.With demonstrated corrosion and scratch resistance, the product has been greatly welcomed by hard rock mines in the West and is currently installed in large scale.This paper identifies the root causes of the bolt corrosion, discusses the analysis process, and details laboratory and underground tests carried out on the Python M3^(TM)coated with PyFlexU2^(TM).The Python M3^(TM)and PyFlexU2^(TM) are subjects covered by pending U.S.Patent Applications assigned to FCI Holdings Delaware, LLC.
基金Project supported by the Western Transportation Construction Sci-ence&Technology Program,Ministry of Transport of China(No.201332849A090)
文摘This paper deals with a correction method for corrosive crack width caused by non-uniform corrosion. Considering the corrosion cracking characteristics of a reinforced concrete structure, a correction model of corrosive crack width involving the mutual impacts between adjacent measuring points is established. The calculation model for steel bar corrosion rate for single point is obtained through quantitative analysis and accelerated corrosion tests on more than 70 reinforced cubic members. Two methods are suggested by combining two models, the correction and the corrosion calculation ones. Electrolyte accelerated cor- rosion tests on seven beams are carried out to verify these methods. The experimental results show that the ratio between the maximum corrosion rate by the indirect method and the measured average value ranges from 1.4 to 2.4, and the indirect method is shown to be an effective method for calculating the maximum corrosion rate.
基金Iranian Nanotechnology Initiative (INI) for finical support of the research work
文摘The corrosion, corrosive wear and dry sliding wear of nanocomposites, are extremely complicated and involve various chemical, physical anbd mechanical factors. The aim of this work is to investigate the effects of nanosized SiC content on the hardness, dry sliding wear, corrosion and corrosive wear of Al/SiC nanocomposites synthesized by mechanical milling cold pressing and hot extrusion. The corrosion resistance of these composites in 3%NaCl solution was investigated by electrochemical polarization testing and their dry sliding as well as corrosive wear resistance in the same solution was evaluated using a pin-on-disc tester. The microstructures of the samples and their worn surfaces were examined using scanning electron microscopy. It was shown that the dry sliding wear and corrosion resistance of these nanocomposites were improved with the increase of SiC content. It was concluded that due to the lubrication effect of the solution, both the friction coefficient and frictional heat that might soften the material were reduced. In addition, the improved strength of the nanocomposites combined with their better corrosion resistance contributed to their increased corrosive wear resistance, compared with the base alloy. The prominent wear mechanism in the unreinforced alloy was adhesive wear, in the Al/SiC nanocomposites, the wear mechanism changed to abrasive.
文摘TiNi alloy has a high resistance to wear and could be an excellent candidate for various tribological applications. In this paper, it was demonstrated that by addition of yttrium, hardness properties and resistance to wear and corrosive wear of TiNi alloy were improved. New yttrium rich regions were formed in microstructure of TiNi alloy. The improved properties of this alloy by the yttrium addition could be attributed to the formation of these regions. The results showed that there was an optimum content for addition of yttrium between 2% and 5% （in wt%）, and above this content the improvement in properties of TiNi became minor.
文摘The colon is an alternative graft organ for esophageal reconstruction.The present study reviewed our experience with the colon interposition for esophageal replacement following corrosive ingestion,to evaluate the outcomes of colon interposition based on our surgical experience. The clinical data of 119 patients who underwent colon interposition for esophageal replacement from January 2005 to March 2017 were retrospectively analyzed. The routes of the colon interposition were retrosternal in 119 (100%). The median operative time was 390 min (range: 290-610 min) and the median blood loss was 615 mL (range:270-2500 mL). Of these 119 patients, the cervical anastomosis was performed at the hypopharynx (n=20,16.8%), the larynx (n=3,2.5%), and the cervical esophagus (n=96, 80.7%). Five patients experienced cervical anastomotic leakage (4 cases for esophagus-colon, and one for hypopharynx-colon).One patient experienced wound infection of the abdominal wall. Three patients had injury of recurrent laryngeal nerve and hoarseness. Three patients had stress ulcer with bleeding and treated with octreotide. Two patients suffered from incomplete intestinal obstruction. The postoperative follow-up was made for 12 months in all patients and all of them were alive. In conclusion, The colon is well-suited for esophageal reconstruction. The selection of the colon graft should be flexible and be based on the inspection of blood supply and the length needed. We must therefore make every effort to reduce the number of postoperative complications, and improve the quality of life for patients.
基金the Mid-Level Researcher National Project of the National Research Foundation(NRF)funded by the Ministry of Science and ICT,Republic of Korea(NRF-2020R1A2C2004192)supported partly by the Competency Development Program for Industry Specialist of the Korea Institute for Advancement of Technology(KIAT)funded by the Ministry of Trade,Industry,and Energy,Republic of Korea(P0002019)。
文摘Plasma electrolytic oxidation(PEO)is a promising surface treatment to generate adherent and thick anti-corrosive coating on light-weight metals(Al,Mg,Ti,etc.)using an eco-friendly alkaline electrolyte.High energy plasma,however,inevitably generates porous structures that limit their practical performance.The present study proposes a straight-forward simple method by utilizing sub-zero electrolyte(268 K)to alter the plasma characteristics during formation of the protective coating on AZ31 Mg alloy via PEO with a comparison to the electrolyte at room temperature(298 K).In refrigerated electrolyte,the formation of micro-defects is suppressed relatively at the expense of low coating growth,which is measured to be twice lower than that at 298 K due to the temperature-dependent soft plasma discharges contributing to the development of the present coating.As a consequence,corrosion resistance of the sample processed at 268 K is superior to that of 298K,implying that the effect of coating thickness is less dominant than that of compactness.This phenomenon is interpreted in relation to the ionic movement and oxide solidification controlled by soft plasma discharges arising from the temperature gradient between electrolyte and surface of the substrate during PEO.
基金Funded by the Key Research and Development Project of Jiangsu Province(BE2016052)。
文摘Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings were fabricated on Ti6Al4V alloy using a laser thermal spraying(LTS).The surface and cross-section morphologies,phases and bonding strength of obtained coatings were investigated using scanning electronic microscopy(SEM),X-ray diffraction(XRD),and scratch test,respectively.The effects of laser power on the coefficients of friction(COFs)and corrosive-wear behaviors of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings were investigated using a wear tester in 3.5%NaCl solution,and the electrochemical corrosion performance was analyzed using an electrochemical workstation.The experimental results show that the Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coating is bonded with the substrate in the metallurgical form,and the bonding strengths of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings fabricated at the laser power of 1000,1200,and 1400 W are 76.5,56.5,and 55.6 N,respectively.The average COFs of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings fabricated at the laser power of 1000,1200,and 1400 W are 0.769,0.893,and 0.941,respectively;and the corresponding wear rates are 0.267×105,0.3178×105,and 0.325×105μm3/Nm,respectively,which increases with the increase of laser power,the wear mechanism is primarily abrasive wear.The corrosion potential of Co30Cr8W1.6C3Ni1.4Si coatings fabricated at the laser power of 1000,1200,and 1400 W is-0.05,-0.25,and-0.31 V,respectively,higher than-0.45 V of substrate which enhances the electrochemical corrosion resistance of substrate.
基金This research was supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China （50775221）.
文摘Five kinds of Ni-based coatings with 0 wt% , 2. 5 wt% , 5.0 wt% , 7.5 wt% and 10. 0 wt% molybdenum were prepared on 45CrNi steel plates by using laser cladding technique. The effect of Mo on the microstructure of Ni-based coatings was investigated by using scanning electron microscopy. The corrosive wear resistance and the corrosion resistance of five coatings were tested. The results show that the corrosive wear resistance of the coating with 5.0 wt% Mo is better than those of other coatings. During the corrosive wear process, the corrosion and wear effects are combined. The corrosive wear resistance is closely related to the microstructure of the coating.
文摘We present an unusual case of corrosive esophageal injury following liquid glue ingestion. The endoscopic f indings were tissue sloughing and blackened appearance of the esophagogastric junction,due to caustic esophageal injuries following ingestion of glue containing toluene.
文摘The intercalation of 4-methyl pyridine （4-picoline） into layered semiconductive material （MnPS3） and the stability of the resulting materials in corrosive environments （water, HCI and open atmosphere） were investigated. Powder X-ray diffraction （XRD） indicated that the presence of water and hydrochloric acid greatly influenced the existing form of intercalation and its orientation in the interlayer of the host. Atmospheric environment （open air） affected the vip orientation in the interlayer of the host material. Phase transformation occurred and the material was stable. The intercalated compounds could be indexed in the trigonal unit cell. The XRD patterns exhibited sharp hkl reflections of the intercalated compounds, which formed in water and HCI, confirming that the materials were well crystalline and stable in corrosive environments.
