响应面法优化碳热还原合成LiFePO4/C的工艺参数（英文）

A statistically based optimization strategy is used to optimize the carbothermal reduction technology for the synthesis of LiFePO4/C using LiOH,FePO4 and sucrose as raw materials.The experimental data for fitting the response are collected by the central composite rotatable design(CCD).A second order model for the discharge ca-pacity of LiFePO4/C is expressed as a function of sintering temperature,sintering time and carbon content.The ef-fects of individual variables and their interactions are studied by a statistical analysis(ANOVA).The results show that the linear effects and the quadratic effects of sintering temperature,carbon content and the interactions among these variables are statistically significant,while those effects of sintering time are insignificant.Response surface plots for spatial representation of the model illustrate that the discharge capacity depends on sintering temperature and carbon content more than sintering time.The model obtained gives the optimized reaction parameters of sinter-ing temperature at 652.0 ℃,carbon content of 34.33 g?mol-1 and 8.48 h sintering time,corresponding to a dis-charge capacity of 150.8 mA·h·g-1.The confirmatory test with these optimum parameters gives the discharge ca-pacity of 147.2 and 105.1 mA·h·g-1 at 0.5 and 5 C,respectively.     

A Facile Route for Synthesis of LiFePO4/C Cathode Material with Nano-sized Primary Particles

A facile and practical route was introduced to prepare LiFePO4/C cathode material with nano-sized primary particles and excellent electrochemical performance. LiH2PO4 was synthesized by using H3PO4 and LiOH as raw materials. Then, as-prepared LiH2PO4, reduced iron powder andα-D-glucose were ball-milled, dried and sin-tered to prepare LiFePO4/C. X-ray diffractometry was used to characterize LiH2PO4, ball-milled product and LiFePO4/C. Differential scanning calorimeter-thermo gravimetric analysis was applied to investigate possible reac-tions in sintering and find suitable temperature for LiFePO4 formation. Scanning electron microscopy was em-ployed for the morphology of LiFePO4/C. As-prepared LiH2PO4 is characterized to be in P21cn（33） space group, which reacts with reduced iron powder to form Li3PO4, Fe3（PO4）2 and H2 in ball-milling and sintering. The appro-priate temperature for LiFePO4/C synthesis is 541.3-976.7 ℃. LiFePO4/C prepared at 700 ℃ presents nano-sized primary particles forming aggregates. Charge-discharge examination indicates that as-prepared LiFePO4/C displays appreciable discharge capacities of 145 and 131 mA·h·g^-1 at 0.1 and 1 C respectively and excellent discharge ca-pacity retention.     

Effect of preparation methods on the structure and catalytic performance of Fe–Zn/K catalysts for CO_2 hydrogenation to light olefins

Potassium promoted iron–zinc catalysts prepared by co-precipitation method(C–Fe–Zn/K),solvothermal method(S–Fe–Zn/K)and hydrothermal method(H–Fe–Zn/K)could selectively convert CO_2to light olefins,respectively.The physicochemical properties of the obtained catalysts were determined by SEM,N_2physisorption,XRD,H_2-TPR,CO_2-TPD and XPS measurements.The results demonstrated that preparation methods had great influences on the morphology,phase structures,reduction and adsorption behavior,and hence the catalytic performance of the catalysts.The samples prepared by hydrothermal and co-precipitation method generated small uniform particles and led to lower specific surface area.In contrast,microspheres with larger specific surface area were formed by self-assembly of nanosheets using solvothermal method.ZnFe_2O_4was the only detectable phase in the fresh C–2Fe–1Zn/K,S–3Fe–1Zn/K and S–2Fe–1Zn/K samples.ZnFe_2O_4and ZnO co-existed with increasing Zncontent in S–1Fe–1Zn/K sample,while ZnO and Fe_2O_3could be observed over H–2Fe–1Zn/K sample.All the used samples contained Fe_3O_4,ZnO and Fe_5C_2.The peak intensity of ZnO was strong in the AR-H–2Fe–1Zn/K sample while it was the lowest in the AR-C–2Fe–1Zn/K sample after reaction.The formation of ZnFe_2O_4increased the interaction between iron and zinc for C–2Fe–1Zn/K and S–Fe–Zn/K samples,causing easier reduction of Fe_2O_3to Fe_3O_4.The surface basicity of the sample prepared by co-precipitation method was much more than that of the other two methods.During CO_2hydrogenation,all the catalysts showed good activity and olefin selectivity.The CO selectivity was increased with increasing Zncontent over S–Fe–Zn/K samples.H–2Fe–1Zn/K catalyst preferred to the production of C_5~+hydrocarbons.CO_2conversion of 54.76%and C_2~=–C_4~=contents of 57.38%were obtained on C–2Fe–1Zn/K sample,respectively.     

Oxidative desulfurization of dibenzothiophene over Fe promoted Co–Mo/Al_2O_3 and Ni–Mo/Al_2O_3 catalysts using hydrogen peroxide and formic acid as oxidants

This work reports the enhancing effect of a highly cost effective and efficient metal, Fe, incorporation to Co or Ni based Mo/Al_2O_3 catalysts in the oxidative desulfurization(ODS) of dibenzothiophene(DBT) using H_2O_2 and formic acid as oxidants. The influence of operating parameters i.e. reaction time, catalyst dose, reaction temperature and oxidant amount on oxidation process was investigated. Results revealed that 99% DBT conversion was achieved at 60 °C and 150 min reaction time over Fe–Ni–Mo/Al_2O_3. Fe tremendously enhanced the ODS activity of Co or Ni based Mo/Al_2O_3 catalysts following the activity order: Fe–Ni–Mo/Al_2O_3 NFe–Co–Mo/Al_2O_3 NNi–Mo/Al_2O_3 NCo–Mo/Al_2O_3, while H_2O_2 exhibited higher oxidation activity than formic acid over all catalyst systems. Insight about the surface morphology and textural properties of fresh and spent catalysts were achieved using scanning electron microscopy(SEM), X-ray diffraction(XRD), energy dispersive X-ray(EDX)analysis, Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy(AAS) and BET surface area analysis, which helped in the interpretation of experimental data. The present study can be deemed as an effective approach on industrial level for ODS of fuel oils crediting to its high efficiency, low process/catalyst cost, safety and mild operating condition.     

Effect of Carbon Content on Electrochemical Properties of LiFePO_4/C Composite Cathode

Olivine-type LiFePO_4/C composite cathode materials were synthesized by a solid-state reaction method in an inert atmosphere.The glucose was added as conductive precursors before the formation of the crystalline phase.The effects of glucose content on the properties of as-synthesized cathode materials were investigated.The crystal structure and the electrochemical performance were characterized by X-ray diffraction(XRD),scanning electron microscopy(SEM),laser particle-size distribution measurement and electrochemical performance testing. The material has a single crystal olivine structure with grain-sizes ca.100-200 nm.SEM micrographs and the corresponding energy dispersive spectrometer(EDS)data confirm that the carbon particulates produced by glucose pyrogenation are uniformly dispersed among the LiFePO_4 grains,ensuring a good electronic contact.Impedance spectroscopy was used to investigate the ohmic and kinetic contributions to the cell performance.It is found that increasing the carbon content leads to a reduction of the cell impedance due to the reduction of the charge transfer resistance.The galvanostatically charge and discharge tests show that the material obtained by adding 10% C(by mass)gives a maximum discharge capacity of 140. 8mA.h.g~(-1) at the same rate(C/10) .The material also displays a more stable cycle-life than the others.     

Influence of synergistic effect of LiNi0.8Co0.15Al0.05O2@Cr2O5 composite on the electrochemical properties

LiNi_(0.8)Co_(0.15)Al_(0.05)O_2@Cr_2O_5(NCA)@Cr_2 O_5 composite electrode combines the high rate-capability characteristics of NCA with the stability of Cr_2 O_5, playing a synergistic role in improving the cyclic stability, initial discharge capacity and the security of low cut-off voltage(2.0 V). When the mass ratio of Cr_2 O_5 in NCA is 45%(mass), the capacity retention rate increases from 58.5% without Cr_2 O_5 to 69.3% in the range of 2.0–4.3 V.The initial discharge capacity of NCA@Cr_2 O_5 composite material is 211.4 m A·h·g~(-1), its first coulombic efficiency is 94.2%, and the charging capacity remains approximately constant when mixed with 15%(mass)Cr_2 O_5. The reason for the improvement of the initial charge–discharge efficiency(ICDE) was explained.Impedance and cyclic voltammetry analysis reveal more detailed reasons of the observed improvements.Compared with NCA cathode material, the NCA@Cr_2 O_5 composite material can provide not only additional stable sites and channels for Li+insertion/extraction to make up for the loss of active Li+sites and prevent the accumulation of Li+in the circulation process, but also protect the NCA electrode from the corrosion of the electrolyte decomposition by the Cr_2 O_5 nanoparticles adhering to NCA interface.     

Fundamentals of Sintering Dolomite

The difficulties in sintering of dolomite rise form the low mutual diffusibilites of Ca^2 in MgO and Mg^2 in CaO ,and from unique pore and agglomerate structures formed after calcination of dolomite.These microstructures in decompsoed dolomite play a great role in inhibition of densification during sintering.The measures ,which can destroy these stuctures,such as hydration or isostatic pressing after calcination of dolomite,result in increasing the sintered density and reducting the sintering temperature,Addition of ome oxide such as Fe2O3,ater the sintering mechanism from solid state sintering to liquid phase sintering,therefore,dense dolomite ody can be obtained at relatively low sintering temperature,Com-minution of dolomite before its calcination can lower the sintering temperature and enhance the sinterd ensity due to increasing both the quantity and homogeneity of Fe2O3 in dolomite.     

Electrochemical Behavior of La-doped LiFePO4/C Cathode Materials for Lithium Ion Batteries

Alien atom was used to obtain a series of LiFe1-xLaxPO4/C (x=0, 0.002, 0.005, 0.01, 0.015) cathode materials with the aim of investigating the influence of participation of La on the electrochemical behavior of LiFePO4/C. Combination of X-ray diffractometer, scanning electron microscope equipped with energy dispersive spectrometer and high resolution transmission electron microscope was applied. The results show that all the La-doped LiFePO4/C samples are olivine type crystals, La ion is sufficiently introduced into the network, and every element is well homogeneously distributed. There are many pore spaces on the surface of particles. The content of carbon in the prepared cathode materials remains 13.6% calculated by TGA/DTA curves, and the particles are wrapped by a uniformly and continuous carbon layer with the thickness of about 2 nm. Similarly, the content of Fe2P also keeps the same basically in all the cathode materials as a result of the similar ratio (2.35) of peak intensity at 36.5o and 37.1o from XRD. The increasing trend is most pronounced at doped 0.005 which presents the highest initial discharge capacity of 163 mA×h/g, lowest charge transfer resistance of 5.52 W, superior diffuse ability of lithium ion (10-11 cm2/s) and the best capacity retention current rate of about 93% after 50 cycles at 0.1 C.     

碳含量对LiFePO4/C复合正极材料性能的影响

Olivine-type LiFePO4/C composite cathode materials were synthesized by a solid-state reaction method in an inert atmosphere. The glucose was added as conductive precursors before the formation of the crystalline phase. The effects of glucose content on the properties of as-synthesized cathode materials were investigated. The crystal structure and the electrochemical performance were characterized by X-ray diffraction （XRD）, scanning electron microscopy （SEM）, laser particle-size distribution measurement and electrochemical performance testing. The material has a single crystal olivine structure with grain-sizes ca. 100-200 nm. SEM micrographs and the corresponding energy dispersive spectrometer （EDS） data confirm that the carbon particulates produced by glucose pyrogenation are uniformly dispersed among the LiFePO4 grains, ensuring a good electronic contact. Impedance spectroscopy was used to investigate the ohmic and kinetic contributions to the cell performance. It is found that increasing the carbon content leads to a reduction of the cell impedance due to the reduction of the charge transfer resistance. The galvanostatically charge and discharge tests show that the material obtained by adding 10% C （by mass） gives a maximum discharge capacity of 140.8mA·h·g^-1 at the same rate （C/10）. The material also displays a more stable cycle-life than the others.     

The fouling properties of SiO_2–CaO–P_2O_5 system in high-temperature rotary kiln phosphoric acid process

Kiln phosphoric acid (KPA) technology could produce P_2O_5 with high purity and has been applied in thermal phosphoric acid industry;however the formation of fouling in the high-temperature rotary kiln restricts the stable and long-term operation.In this paper,the reaction of phosphate ores with gaseous P_2O_5 was investigated in a high-temperature reactor,and the Ca O–SiO_2–P_2O_5 ternary phase diagram was analyzed to understand the fouling formation mechanism.The results showed that the low-melting-point products,such as Ca(PO_3)_2and Ca_2P_2O_7,are responsible for the fouling in the KPA process.In addition,a small amount of impurities,e.g.,aluminum and iron,could facilitate the generation of the low-melting-point products and cause serious fouling.Based on the high-temperature SiO_2–P_2O_5 and CaO–SiO_2–P_2O_5 phase diagram analysis,the control of Si/Ca molar ratio(e.g.,Si/Ca=2.0) was found to avoid fouling formation in the kiln.These results could provide the operation parameters of reaction temperature and feeds composition to suppress the fouling in the kiln reactor for the phosphoric acid production in industry.     

Kinetic effects of nanosecond discharge on ignition delay time☆

The effects of nanosecond discharge on ignition characteristics of a stoichiometric methane–air mixture without inert diluent gas were studied by numerical simulation at 0.1 MPa and an initial temperature of 1300 K. A modified non-equilibrium plasma kinetic model was developed to simulate the temporal evolution of particles produced during nanosecond discharge and its afterglow. As important roles in ignition, path fluxes of O and H radicals were analyzed in detail. Different strength of E/N and different discharge duration were applied to the discharge process in this study. And the results presented that a deposited energy of 1–30 m J·cm~(-3) could dramatically reduce the ignition delay time. Furthermore, temperature and radicals analysis was conducted to investigate the effect of non-equilibrium plasma on production of intermediate radicals. Finally, sensitivity analysis was employed to have further understanding on ignition chemistries of the mixture under nanosecond discharge.     

Study on reactions of gaseous P2O5 with Ca3(PO4)2 and SiO2 during a rotary kiln process for phosphoric acid production

In a rotary kiln process for phosphoric acid production,the reaction between gaseous phosphorus pentoxide(P_2O_5)and phosphate ore and silica contained in feed balls(the so-called P_2O_5"absorption")not only reduces phosphorous recovery but also generates a large amount of low melting-point side products.The products may give rise to formation of kiln ring,which interferes with kiln operation performance.In this study,the reactions of gaseous P_2O_5with solid calcium phosphate(Ca_3(PO_4)_2),silica(SiO_2)and their mixture,respectively,were investigated via combined chemical analysis and various characterizations comprised of X-ray diffraction(XRD),Fourier-transform infrared(FT-IR)spectroscopy,thermogravimetric analysis and differential scanning calorimeter(TGDSC),and scanning electron microscopy and energy dispersive spectrometer(SEMEDS).Attentions were focused on apparent morphology,phase transformation and thermal stability of the products of the P_2O_5"absorption"at different temperatures.The results show that the temperature significantly affected the"absorption".The reaction between pure Ca_3(PO_4)_2 and P_2O_5 occurred at 500°C.Calcium metaphosphate(Ca(PO_3)_2)was the primary product at the temperatures≤900°C with its melting point≤900°C while calcium pyrophosphate(Ca_2P_2O_7)was obtained over 1000°C,which has a melting point≤1200°C.The"absorption"by pure SiO_2 started at 800°C and the most significant reaction occurred at 1000°C with formation of silicon pyrophosphate(SiP_2O_7)product of melting point≤1000°C.Using mixed Ca_3(PO_4)_2and SiO_2as raw material,the"absorption"by Ca_3(PO_4)_2 was enhanced due to existence of silica.At 600–700°C,silica was inert to P_2O_5and thus formed a porous structure in the raw material,which accelerated diffusion of gaseous P_2O_5inside the mixture.At higher temperatures,the combined"absorption"by calcium phosphate and reaction between silicon dioxide and the"absorption"product calcium pyrophosphate,reinforced the"absorption"by the mixture.Besides,it was found that both Ca(PO_3)_2and SiP_2O_7were unstable at high temperatures and would decompose to Ca_2P_2O_7and SiO_2,respectively,at over 1000°C and 1100°C with the release of gaseous P_2O_5at the same time.     

Impact of Functional Additives on Properties of Al_2O_3-C Slide Gate Plate Refractories

Al_2O_3-C refractories are widely used as functional elements like nozzles,well blocks,sliding gate plates and stoppers in the continuous casting process of steel production. Application of silicon as a metallic agent in Al_2O_3-C slide gate plate production is usual. In fact,a non-oxide bond can be generated due to the reaction between silicon and carbon under reducing atmosphere in the plate matrix. This non-oxide bond can enhance the mechanical strength and abrasion resistance. In order to improve the mechanical and thermo-mechanical properties,functional additives can be aimed to lower the sintering temperature and tailor the microstructure. For this reason,the effect of a special solid state sintering aid addition on the microstructure and thermo-mechanical properties of Al_2O_3-C slide gate plates in the presence of Si as a metallic component has been investigated. Two types of specimens were pressed at 150 MPa,tempered at 200 ℃ and fired in coke bed at 1 400 ℃,respectively.Physical( BD and AP),mechanical( CCS and MOR)and thermo-mechanical( HMOR) properties were determined; in addition,phase composition was characterized by X-ray diffraction analysis( XRD) and microstructure of specimens was investigated by field emission scanning electron microscopy( FESEM). Results have shown that the addition of sintering aid increased the generation of cation vacancy in Al_2O_3 structure which enhanced the cation diffusion and densification process; consequently,CCS,MOR and HMOR of specimens increased drastically while bulk density and apparent porosity remained unchanged.     

Preparation and Properties of Sintered Corundum at Low Temperatures with Nano-η-Al_2O_3 Powder

In order to reduce the sintering temperature and improve the properties of sintered corundum, corundum specimens were prepared by granulation and sintering with nano-η-Al_2O_3 as the raw material and polyvinyl alcohol as the binder. The effects of different sintering temperatures(1 550, 1 600, 1 650 and 1 700 ℃) and holding time(2, 4 and 6 h) on the properties and microstructures of the specimens were studied, and the transformation mechanism of η-Al_2O_3 was analyzed. The results show that dense sintered corundum with bulk density of 3.74 g/cm~3 and apparent porosity of 1.77% is obtained by calcinating at 1 650 ℃ for 6 h; the phase transition from η-Al_2O_3 to α-Al_2O_3 occurs first on the surface of alumina particles and then diffuses rapidly to the interior; at lower sintering temperatures there is no abnormal growth of crystals, the bonding between the grains is tight, transgranular fracture is the main fracture mode, there are fewer intergranular pores, and the grain size is in the range of 3.5-7.5 μm.     

Evaluation of substrates for zinc negative electrode in acid PbO_2–Zn single flow batteries

An investigation was performed on the suitability of carbon materials, metallic lead and its alloys as substrates for zinc negative electrode in acid Pb O2–Zn single flow batteries. The zinc deposition process was carried out in the medium of 1 mol·L-1H2SO4 at room temperature. No maximum current appears on the potentiostatic current transients for the zinc deposition on lead and its alloys. With increasing overpotential, the progressive nucleation turns to be a 3D-instantaneous nucleation process for the resin-graphite composite. Hydrogen evolution on the graphite composite is effectively suppressed with the doping of a polymer resin. The hydrogen evolution reaction on the lead is relatively weak, while on the lead alloys, it becomes serious to a certain degree. Although the exchange current density of zinc deposition and dissolution process on the graphite composite is relatively low,the zinc corrosion is weakened to a great extent. With the increase of deposition time, zinc deposits are more compact. The cyclings of zinc galvanostatic charge–discharge on the graphite composite provide more than90% of coulombic and 80% of energy efficiencies, and exhibit superior cycling stability during the first 10 cycles.     

Optimization of the gas separation performance of polyurethane–zeolite 3A and ZSM-5 mixed matrix membranes using response surface methodology

In the present work, the response surface method software was used with five measurement levels with three factors.These were applied for the optimization of operating parameters that affected gas separation performance of polyurethane–zeolite 3A, ZSM-5 mixed matrix membranes.The basis of the experiments was a rotatable central composite design(CCD).The three independent variables studied were: zeolite content(0–24 wt%), operating temperature(25–45 ℃) and operating pressure(0.2–0.1 MPa).The effects of these three variables on the selectivity and permeability membranes were studied by the analysis of variance(ANOVA).Optimal conditions for the enhancement of gas separation performances of polyurethane–3A zeolite were found to be 18 wt%, 30 ℃ and 0.8 MPa respectively.Under these conditions, the permeabilities of carbon dioxide, methane, oxygen and nitrogen gases were measured at 138.4, 22.9, 15.7 and 6.4 Barrer respectively while the CO_2/CH_4, CO_2/N_2 and O_2/N_2 selectivities were 5.8, 22.5 and 2.5, respectively.Also, the optimal conditions for improvement of the gas separation performance of polyurethane–ZSM 5 were found to be 15.64 wt%, 30 ℃ and 4 bar.The permeabilities of these four gases(i.e.carbon dioxide, methane, oxygen and nitrogen) were 164.7, 21.2, 21.5 and 8.1 Barrer while the CO_2/CH_4, CO_2/N_2 and O_2/N_2 selectivities were 7.8, 20.6 and 2.7 respectively.     

Kinetic contribution of CO2/O2 additive in methane conversion activated by non-equilibrium plasmas

A temperature-controlled and pressure-controlled coaxial dielectric barrier discharge(DBD) reactor was developed to decouple the thermal and kinetic effects of radio frequency(RF) discharge on methane conversion,and further to compare the kinetic behaviors of the mechanistically similar reactions of methane conversion with O_2 and CO_2 additives. A kinetic mechanism for RF plasma assisted methane conversion was assembled. The formation of products in the RF plasma reactor was measured with Gas Chromatography(GC–TCD) and the data were used to validate the kinetic model. The experimental and computational results showed the different kinetic roles of carbon dioxide and oxygen additives in methane conversion, due to the different dissociation and ionization energy of the two additive gases, as well as the thus produced electron energy distribution function(EEDF). Fuel oxidation by plasma generated O, O(~1 D), O_2(a~1Δg), O_2(b~1Σ_g~+) and O+in partial oxidation of methane was observed essential for methane consumption, which resulted in an increase in methane conversion rate,compared to pure methane pyrolysis and dry reforming of methane with CO_2 additive. It was also found that dry reforming of methane with CO_2 was by far the easier to produce the syngas as well as C_2 hydrocarbon species,due to the weak oxidation ability of CO_2 and also the significant deposition of the electron energy on CH_4 dissociation in a dry reforming discharge mixture. This kinetic study produced comparative data to demonstrate the contribution of CO_2/O_2 additive in non-equilibrium plasma assisted methane conversion.     

Effects of Admixtures on the Anti—oxidation Property of MgO／Si3N4 Composite Refractory

The effect of the admixtures of Al and Si metals and B4C and MgAlON compounds on the oxideation of MgO/Si3N4 composite refractory has been studied,which is a promising carbon free refractory for steel-making applicatlon.The four kinds of admixtures can be used as anti-oxidants for Si3N4,ut the mixture of Al and Si achieved the best result .The mixture can not only play the role as antioxidant,but also assist the sintering process and help form dense sintering layer,improving the property of the composite.     

PVA基碱性聚合物电解质Ni(OH)2/AC超级电容器的电化学性能

Polyvinyl alcohol(PVA)-sodium polyacrylate(PAAS)-KOH-H₂O alkaline polymer electrolyte film with high ionic conductivity was prepared by a solution-casting method.Polymer Ni(OH)₂/activated carbon(AC) hybrid supercapacitors with different electrode active material mass ratios(positive to negative) were fabricated using this alkaline polymer electrolyte,nickel hydroxide positive electrodes,and AC negative electrodes.Galvanostatic charge/discharge and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS) methods were used to study the electrochemical performance of the capacitors,such as charge/discharge specific capacitance,rate charge/discharge ability,and charge/discharge cyclic stability.Experimental results showed that with the decreasing of active material mass ratio m(Ni(OH)₂)/m(AC),the charge/discharge specific capacitance increases,but the rate charge/discharge ability and the charge/discharge cyclic stability decrease.     

Corrosion performance of Al–Al_2O_3 cold sprayed coatings on mild carbon steel pipe under thermal insulation

This paper focused on the corrosion resistance of cold spray Al–Al_2O_3composite coatings used on carbon steel pipe surfaces under thermal insulation. Al–Al_2O_3coatings were produced on the carbon steel pipe surface by cold spray(CS) technology. Experimental apparatus was built to test the corrosion resistance of coatings beneath mineral wool insulation under isothermal, thermal cycling and wet/dry conditions. The results showed that when α-Al_2O_3 was added in spraying powder, the coating could obtain higher hardness and a denser microstructure. From corrosionunder-insulation(CUI) tests, Al–Al_2O_3CS coatings were proven to be efficient in protecting carbon steel pipe from CUI mainly owning to lamellar microstructures of coatings. There was no evidence to show that α-Al_2O_3 might bring any negative effect on corrosion resistance. Al–Al_2O_3CS coatings were sensitive to the chloride ion concentration. When these coatings were exposed to higher concentrations of NaC l, the coating's exhibited faster degradation.