Antibacterial activities against Porphyromonas gingivalis and biological characteristics of copper-bearing PEO coatings on magnesium

Unlike other parts of the body, jaw defection often involves dental and periodontal tissues, which colonized a great many oral anaerobic bacteria. As a remarkable degradable material, magnesium has become an excellent candidate for orthopedic appliances recently. But the high degradation rate is still a big problem. Making a biodegradable coating with good biocompatibility to slow down the degeneration rate of magnesium is one of the best methods. However, protective coatings will impair the antibacterial effects of magnesium which is caused by the rise of p H value throughout its degradation. To solve this problem, a series of composite coatings with different amounts of Cu O particles(3, 5 and 7 wt.%) were fabricated on pure magnesium through plasma electrolytic oxidation(PEO) to investigate in vitro biocompatibility and the antibacterial abilities against Porphyromonas gingivalis(P. gingivalis). Surface characterization and degradation behavior of the copper-bearing PEO coatings were also systematically studied. Furthermore,the most optimum coating was also systematically studied by X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy(XPS)and electrochemical corrosion test. Results of the present research revealed that adding proper amount of Cu O into PEO coatings could greatly improve the antibacterial abilities of the PEO coatings. The antibacterial activities of copper-bearing PEO coatings were excellent and revealed concentration-dependent and time-dependent. Biocompatibility of copper-bearing PEO coatings showed that proper amount of Cu could promote cell proliferation. Compared with other PEO coatings in this study, PEO-7 Cu showed some inhibition effects on cell proliferation and adhesion for long-term use. Electrochemical corrosion tests and immersion tests showed that PEO-5 Cu and PEO-7 Cu copper-bearing PEO coatings would provide satisfying corrosion resistance effects, while PEO-3 Cu was poorer than PEO coatings without Cu. However, compared with uncoated pure magnesium, the corrosion resistance of the PEO coating was much better. Based on the results of antibacterial ability, biocompatibility, and corrosion resistance of the above copper-bearing PEO coatings, PEO-5 Cu in this research was recommended to be used in patients with jaw defects.     

钛合金微弧氧化一步制备含石墨的减摩涂层

为了进一步提高钛合金表面微弧氧化陶瓷涂层的摩擦磨损性能,在石墨分散的Na2CO3-Na2SiO3-KOH电解液溶液中一步制备了含自润滑微粒的微弧氧化复合涂层.利用X射线衍射仪(XRD)、X射线光电子能谱仪(XPS)和扫描电子显微镜(SEM)研究了未添加和添加石墨微弧氧化涂层的相组成和微结构,采用往复式球-盘试验机评价了两种涂层的摩擦学性能.结果表明:加入到电解液中的石墨在微弧氧化过程中进入到涂层中,从而得到含有固体润滑微粒的复合涂层;在干摩擦条件下,含石墨的微弧氧化涂层相比于不含石墨的涂层具有更小的摩擦系数.     

Formation and bioactivity of porous and nanostructured TiO2/beta-TCP coating on titanium

Titanium and its alloys have been widely used as hard tissue implants due to their excellent mechanical properties and biocompatibility. However, their near bio-inertness and metallic ion release are still the problems with clinical uses. In this paper, porous and nanostructured TiO2/beta-tricalcium phosphate (beta-TCP) composite coatings were prepared on titanium substrates by plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) in a Ca and P-containing electrolyte. The influence of PEO electric current density on phase composition and bioactivity of the coatings were studied. X-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscopy and Fourier transfer infrared spectroscopy were utilized to characterize the phase composition and microstructure of the coatings. Simulated body fluid immersion tests were employed on the coatings to evaluate their bioactivity. The results reveal that TiO2/beta-TCP composite coating with pores size less than 10 microm and grains of 50-100 nm in size was prepared. The electric current density of PEO is an important factor in the formation of the composite coating. The TiO2/beta-TCP composite coating shows good bioactivity, which are attributed to the incorporation of beta-TCP.     

Improved Tribocorrosion Properties of Ti6Al4V Alloy by Anodic Plasma Electrolytic Oxidation

Ti6Al4V alloy has good corrosion resistance due to the formation of the passive oxide films on the surface of Ti6Al4V alloy. However, Ti6Al4V alloy has poor tribocorrosion resistance in the seawater environment. Herein the present work, plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) with the electrolyte of glycerol and sodium borate is used to generate PEO coatings on the surface of Ti6Al4V alloy to improve its tribocorrosion properties. The microstructure and tribocorrosion properties of PEO coatings are investigated by using scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and tribometer, respectively. The growth kinetics and the tribocorrosion mechanisms of PEO coatings are discussed in detail. It is shown in the results that PEO coatings deposited on the surface of Ti6Al4V alloy are composed of rutile and anatase phases. The surface hardness and thickness of PEO coatings are enhanced with the increase of the voltage and time. The wear rate of Ti6Al4V alloy with PEO coatings is significantly reduced in artificial seawater.     

An investigation on electroless Cu–P composite coatings with micro and nano-SiC particles

Cu–P/micro-SiC and Cu–P/nano-SiC composite coatings were deposited by electroless plating and their composition and microstructure were observed by EDX (energy-dispersive analysis), SEM (scanning electron microscope) and XRD (X-ray diffraction). The corrosion resistance, microhardness and the wear resistance of the Cu–P/nano-SiC composite coatings were measured and the comparison with those of Cu coatings and Cu–P/micro-SiC coatings were given. The anti-corrosion properties of Cu coatings were investigated in 3.5% NaCl solution by the potentiodynamic polarisation and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) techniques. Among three kinds of Cu–P based coatings, the corrosion resistance, hardness and wear resistance of Cu–P/nano-SiC coatings were the largest. This indicates that the precipitation of nano-SiC particles would improve the corrosion resistance, hardness and wear resistance of the Cu–P coatings significantly.     

SiO2或TiO2纳米粒子/含氟聚丙烯酸酯复合涂层的制备及其防腐蚀性能

通过在含氟聚丙烯酸酯(PFHI)溶液中添加固体纳米粒子,经涂覆热固化后得到了厚度约为1 μm的SiO₂或TiO₂纳米粒子/PFHI复合涂层,考察了SiO₂或TiO₂两种纳米粒子质量分数对复合涂层表面性质和防腐蚀性能的影响。利用Tafel极化曲线和电化学交流阻抗(EIS)测试研究了复合涂层在3.5wt% NaCl溶液中的电化学防腐蚀性能,并运用XPS、衰减全反射傅里叶变换红外光谱(ATR-FTIR)、TG-DTA、SEM、光学接触角(OCA)手段对复合涂层进行表征。结果表明,添加SiO₂或TiO₂纳米粒子均可大幅提高PFHI涂层的电化学防腐蚀性能,SiO₂与PFHI质量比为0.3的SiO₂/PFHI复合涂层电荷转移阻抗值R_ct与PFHI涂层相比上升了2个数量级。SiO₂或TiO₂纳米粒子增大了涂层表面粗糙度,与PFHI紧密结合形成致密的复合涂层,提高了涂层的疏水性和致密性,从而改善了涂层的抗腐蚀性能。      

Properties of Al2O3 nano-particle reinforced copper matrix composite coatings prepared by pulse and direct current electroplating

Cu–Al₂O₃ nano-composite coatings have high potential for use in applications in which high mechanical properties together with high corrosion resistance are required. In the present study it is intended to produce copper nano-alumina composite coatings with various nano-alumina contents in order to investigate the effect of alumina reinforcement particles on corrosion resistance and mechanical properties such as hardness and wear resistance. The composite coatings were deposited using direct current (DC) and pulse current (PC) plating. The microstructures of the coatings produced from both methods were examined via scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and X-ray diffraction (XRD) techniques. The wear behaviors, micro hardness, coating thickness, corrosion rate and coating porosity were examined using appropriate methods. Compared to DC deposition, PC plating facilitated higher amounts of particle incorporation with more uniform distribution. The results indicated that the mechanical properties of the applied coatings with incorporated nano-alumina reinforcement were far more superior as compared to its own matrix as well as non-composite copper coatings. It was also found out that increasing the amount of nano-alumina content in the coating, led to enhanced general properties of the coatings.     

The fabrication and corrosion behavior of electroless Ni-P-carbon nanotube composite coatings

Ni-P-carbon nanotube (CNT) composite coatings were fabricated successfully from a suspension of CNT in an electroless bath. The microhardness and corrosion behavior of the composite coatings were investigated. The electrochemical properties of the composite coatings were studied using electrochemical workstation system. The corrosion behavior of the amorphous Ni-P-CNT composite coatings was evaluated by polarization curves and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy in 0.1 mol/l NaCl solution at room temperature. It was noted that the amorphous Ni-P-CNT composite coatings provided higher corrosion resistance than the amorphous Ni-P coating. The mechanism of improvement of the electrochemical properties of the electroless composite coatings was also discussed.     

Ceramic coatings of LA141 alloy formed by plasma electrolytic oxidation for corrosion protection

Superlight Mg-Li alloy is a promising structural materials in aerospace, automobile, and electronics because of its excellent properties such as low density, high ductility, superior strength-to-weight ratio, and good damping ability. The fabrication of compact plasma electrolytic oxidation coatings with excellent corrosion resistance is valuable for the widespread application of Mg-Li alloy. Here we present a ceramic coating on the surface of Mg-14Li-1Al (LA141) alloy for corrosion protection via plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) in an alkaline silicate electrolyte with tungstate as an additive. X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy and thin film-X-ray diffraction analysis of coatings show that the surface coating is mainly comprised of Mg(2)SiO(4), MgO and WO(3). Scanning electron microscopy observations have revealed that the dense and compact coating formed in the presence of tungstate has less structural imperfections in comparison to the control one fabricated without use of tungstate. The effect of oxidation time on the morphology and phase composition of coatings is also examined in detail.     

Morphological and electrochemical characterization of electrodeposited Zn–Ag nanoparticle composite coatings

Silver nanoparticles with an average size of 23 nm were chemically synthesized and used to fabricate Zn–Ag composite coatings. The Zn–Ag composite coatings were generated by electrodeposition method using a simple sulfate plating bath dispersed with 0.5, 1 and 1.5 g/l of Ag nanoparticles. Scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction and texture co-efficient calculations revealed that Ag nanoparticles appreciably influenced the morphology, micro-structure and texture of the deposit. It was also noticed that agglomerates of Ag nanoparticles, in the case of high bath load conditions, produced defects and dislocations on the deposit surface. Ag nanoparticles altered the corrosion resistance property of Zn–Ag composite coatings as observed from Tafel polarization, electrochemical impedance analysis and an immersion test. Reduction in corrosion rate with increased charge transfer resistance was observed for Zn–Ag composite coatings when compared to a pure Zn coating. However, the particle concentration in the plating bath and their agglomeration state directly influenced the surface morphology and the subsequent corrosion behavior of the deposits.     

铝合金表面等离子体电解氧化陶瓷涂层在NaCl溶液中的电化学阻抗谱研究

通过调整电解液中硅酸钠的浓度, 利用等离子体电解氧化(PEO)技术在铝合金LY12表面制备了各种陶瓷涂层, 利用光学显微镜、XRD、电化学阻抗谱(EIS)对涂层的形貌、成分和涂层在NaCl溶液中耐腐蚀性能进行了研究. 结果表明: 提高电解液中硅酸钠的浓度可以使得涂层的总厚度增加, 但过高或过低的浓度都会导致致密层厚度的减薄. 当浓度为20g/L时, 所制备的涂层的成分以氧化铝为主; 当浓度为40g/L时, 涂层的成分主要是莫来石和氧化铝; 当浓度超过60g/L 时, 涂层的成分主要为非晶相. EIS的研究表明, 涂层耐腐蚀性取决于涂层中的致密层, 增加致密层的厚度可以提高PEO涂层的耐腐蚀性, 在中性、酸性、碱性腐蚀介质中, PEO涂层都显示出对基体良好的保护作用.     

化学复合镀梯度镀层工艺研究

研究了梯度复合镀层Ni-P／Ni-P-PTFE／Ni-Cu-P-PTFE的形成工艺,探讨了镀液的温度、pH值、阳离子表面活性剂浓度、PTFE浓度以及镀层中的铜含量对Ni-Cu-P-PTFE镀层的沉积速度、组成和耐蚀性的影响,分别用数字测微计和能量分散X射线光谱测量了涂层厚度和组成,Ni-Cu-P-PTFE镀层在HCl和NaCl溶液中的抗蚀性研究表明,Ni-Cu-P-PTFE镀层的耐蚀性优于Ni-P-PTFE镀层和铜．     

Microstructure of organic–inorganic composite coatings studied by TEM and XANES

Chromate coatings on Zn or Zn alloy coated steel sheets often include silica for the aim to improve corrosion resistance. In the case of dry-in-place chromate coatings containing acrylic resin (hereafter referred to as an organic–inorganic composite coating), an addition of silica, however, did not show an improvement in corrosion resistance. The microstructures of the organic–inorganic composite coatings were observed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and the chemical states of Cr were investigated by the total electron yield X-ray absorption near edge structure (TEY-XANES) method. TEM samples were successfully prepared by dry ultramicrotomy preventing water-soluble components in the coatings fromdissolving out. TEY-XANES revealed the chemical states of components even in the organic matrix. Using these methods, it was found that the addition of silica changed just the morphology of the chromium compound in the organic–inorganic composite coating but not the chemical state of Cr. This is a reason for the addition of silica being not effective at improving corrosion resistance. The combination of dry ultramicrotomy-TEM and TEY-XANES spectroscopy was proven to be a powerful tool for characterizing organic–inorganic composite coatings.     

Microstructure of organic–inorganic composite coatings studied by TEM and XANES

Chromate coatings on Zn or Zn alloy coated steel sheets often include silica for the aim to improve corrosion resistance. In the case of dry-in-place chromate coatings containing acrylic resin (hereafter referred to as an organic–inorganic composite coating), an addition of silica, however, did not show an improvement in corrosion resistance. The microstructures of the organic–inorganic composite coatings were observed by transmission electron microscopy (TEM) and the chemical states of Cr were investigated by the total electron yield X-ray absorption near edge structure (TEY-XANES) method. TEM samples were successfully prepared by dry ultramicrotomy preventing water-soluble components in the coatings from dissolving out. TEY-XANES revealed the chemical states of components even in the organic matrix. Using these methods, it was found that the addition of silica changed just the morphology of the chromium compound in the organic–inorganic composite coating but not the chemical state of Cr. This is a reason for the addition of silica being not effective at improving corrosion resistance. The combination of dry ultramicrotomy-TEM and TEY-XANES spectroscopy was proven to be a powerful tool for characterizing organic–inorganic composite coatings.     

高温热还原氧化石墨烯/聚酰亚胺复合涂层的制备及防腐蚀性能研究

将高温热还原氧化石墨烯(TRGO)作为二维纳米填料添加到聚酰亚胺(PI)聚合物基质中, 制备了不同质量分数的TRGO/PI纳米复合耐蚀涂层, 采用交流阻抗谱和动电位极化曲线评估了涂层在模拟海水(3.5wt%NaCl溶液)中的电化学腐蚀行为。结果表明: 与纯PI涂层相比, 添加TRGO可以显著提高涂层的电阻和腐蚀防护效率; 当TRGO的添加量为0.3wt%时, 对涂层耐蚀性能的增强效果最好, 最大涂层电阻为1.3176×10⁶ Ω, 最高腐蚀防护效率可达到99.65%, 其防蚀增益与片层结构TRGO的物理阻隔性能有关。     

双向脉冲快速电沉积非晶态Ni-P/Al_2O_3复合镀层

采用双向脉冲电沉积法制备出高P非晶态Ni-P/Al_2O_3复合镀层,利用扫描电镜(SEM)和能谱分析(EDS)方法考察镀层的微观形貌和化学组成,采用X射线衍射技术(XRD)表征镀层的相结构,并通过分析金属镀层和复合镀层的电化学测试结果,评价不同种类镀层的耐腐蚀能力。结果表明:与直流电沉积法相比,双向脉冲电沉积法可将镀层中的P含量提高至12.06%(质量分数),有利于非晶态Ni-P合金镀层的形成。采用双向脉冲法制备的Ni-P/Al_2O_3复合镀层比直流电沉积法制备的Ni-P/Al_2O_3复合镀层更平整、结晶更致密。脉冲电沉积法制备的非晶态Ni-P合金镀层具有更好的耐蚀性,而且复合微粒Al_2O_3的加入,对进一步提高非晶态Ni-P合金镀层的耐蚀性有积极作用。     

An investigation into the mechanical and tribological properties of plasma electrolytic oxidation and hard-anodized coatings on 6082 aluminum alloy

A ceramic coating on AA6082 aluminum alloy prepared by plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) has been studied and compared against a sulphuric acid hard-anodized coating on the same alloy. Surface morphology and microstructures of the coatings have been examined by scanning electron microscopy. X-ray diffraction is used to determine the phase composition of the coatings. The adhesion strength of the coatings has been evaluated using a scratch test method. The coating's mechanical properties such elastic modulus and hardness data have been generated using a dynamic ultra-microhardness tester. Sliding wear tests with different loading rates are performed on the coatings in order to assess their wear resistance. Test results show that the PEO treated samples exhibit significantly better mechanical properties compared to hard anodized samples. The elastic modulus and hardness of the PEO coating are 2-3 times greater than of the hard anodized coating and subsequently, an improved wear resistance of the PEO coating has been achieved. The mechanical properties of the coatings and their relations to their tribological performance are discussed.     

暖通用6061铝合金表面Ni基等离子喷涂CoCrTaAlY/PEO涂层性能分析

利用冷喷涂技术在暖通用6061铝合金表面依次制备Ni基打底涂层,CoCrTaAlY和PEO涂层,并进行组织和耐热以及腐蚀性能测试分析,研究结果表明:CoCrTaAlY层形成了众多密实堆积颗粒,获得具有均匀分布结构的涂层;PEO层形成粗糙表面结构,表面形成了一些破碎颗粒以及不规则外形的颗粒,致密CoCrTaAlY层跟Ni基体形成了良好结合状态。试样都是在涂层和基体交界面部位发生断裂,涂层形成了比涂层和基体结合强度更大的内聚作用力。经过热震后,涂层表面并没有出现显著变化,同样存在粗糙区于光滑区两种类型的形貌,并且还有一些网状的微裂纹。经过热冲刷处理后,试样表面颜色只发生了轻度改变,涂层质量发生了先减小后增大的变化现象,涂层具备良好的耐高温氧化特性。     

45钢表面Ni基激光熔覆层的耐蚀性能

为改善45钢表面的力学性能和耐蚀性,在相同功率下采用不同扫描速率在其表面激光熔覆制备了Ni基(Ni35A)复合涂层。利用金相显微镜、X射线衍射仪、显微硬度计和电化学腐蚀测试系统对熔覆试样进行组织形貌、相组成、显微硬度和耐蚀性能分析。结果表明:熔覆试样由熔覆层、结合区和基体3部分组成;熔覆层组织细密并与基体冶金结合,扫描速率过大时易形成裂纹;熔覆层主要由FeNi3和Ni3B相组成,不同速率所得熔覆层显微硬度均超过400 HV;扫描速率为500 mm/min时熔覆试样自腐蚀电位提高了40 mV。     

Corrosion Resistance of Graphene-Reinforced Waterborne Epoxy Coatings

Graphene(G) was dispersed uniformly in water and used as an inhibitor in waterborne epoxy coatings.The effect of dispersed G on anticorrosion performance of epoxy coatings was evaluated.The composite coatings displayed outstanding barrier properties against H_2O molecule compared to the neat epoxy coating.Open circuit potential(OCP),Tafel and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy(EIS)analysis con-?rmed that the corrosion rate exhibited by composite coatings with 0.5 wt%G was an order of magnitude lower than that of neat epoxy coating.Salt spray test results revealed superior corrosion resistance offered by the composite coating.