Supersonic particle deposition (also known as cold spray) is a surface coating process whereby metal particles are accelerated to supersonic speeds while entrained in nozzle gas flow and are subsequently deposited by impact onto a surface. Particle velocity is critical for optimal deposition efficiency and coating quality, and several parameters, including gas conditions, particle characteristics and nozzle geometry affect particle velocity. This study investigates the relationship between particle velocity and coating quality and investigates how nozzle design influences particle velocity. Performance is described through modelling and verified by direct velocity measurements.
a b s t r a c tThe mechanical properties of 7xxx series alloys can be tailored by subjecting them to deformation processing and heat treatment. In the present study dealing with spray forming of 7055 AA, extrusion and heat treatment involving solutionizing followed by peak aging resulted in improved mechanical behavior. The strength and ductility obtained are comparable to that of extruded and heat treated as-cast 7055 AA (Mondal et al., 2011) [1]. Spray forming offers an alternate route to develop high strength aluminum alloys and the current study is an attempt that draws closer to the target value of 1GPa strength and 10% ductility for high strength aluminum alloys.Published by Elsevier B.V.
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