Solid State Phenomena Vol. 227

Abstract: High velocity air fuel (HVAF) is one of the high velocity flame spraying process (HVFS). The HVAF method employs a combination of liquid fuel mixed in a chamber with compressed air to obtain high velocity flows. This technology can provide high deposition levels, adequate bond strength as well as high dense coating structure. The working principle of Plasma Spray – Physical Vapor Deposition (PS-PVD) is based on evaporation of the ceramic powder, which enables advanced microstructure of the deposits. In this paper, microstructure of Thermal Barrier Coating (TBC) deposited by HVAF and PS-PVD method was described.

Abstract: The role of thermal barrier coatings is to ensure heat resistance of elements in the hot section of turbofan aircraft engines in high temperatures. Stages of the production process are made up of preparing the base material, forming the aluminide interlayer by chemical vapour deposition method and depositing of the ceramic coating. The paper presents results of tests into microstructure of ZrO₂ and Y₂O₃ ceramic coatings formed by EB-PVD method. The microstructure was assessed in several spots of the turbine blade of a high pressure turbofan engine by means of determining the coating thickness as well as height and width of ceramic columns, depending on the forming conditions.

Abstract: The paper presents results of studies on the crystallite sizes of oxide layer formed during a long-term operation on steel operated for a long time at an elevated temperature. This value was determined by a method based on analysis of the diffraction line profile, according to a Scherrer formula. X-ray studies were carried out on the inner surface of a tube (in a flowing medium environment), then the layer’s surface was polished and the diffraction measurements repeated to reveal differences in the originated oxides layer. X-ray phase analysis was performed using a SEIFFERT 3003 T/T X-ray diffractometer, with a cobalt tube of λ_Co = 0.17902 nm wavelength. XRD measurements were performed in the 15÷120° range of angles with an angular step of 0.1° and the exposure time of 4 s. To interpret the results (to determine the 2θ position and the total intensity I_Net) the diffractograms were described by a Pseudo Voight curve using the Analyze software. A computer software and the PDF4+2009, DHN PDS crystallographic database were used for the phase identification.

Abstract: Characterization of top-surface of NiCrAlY coating deposited by plasma spraying process on Inconel 625 Ni based superalloys was analyzed in two different completely conditions. First of them was as sprayed state of NiCrAlY coating and the second one was condition after grinding process. The basic aim of this treatment was related to obtain totally different conditions of coatings surface especially from roughness point of view. Those two types of top surface morphology was a base to comparison of oxidation resistant during static oxidation test at temperature of 1000°C and 1100°C. The temperature of static oxidation test was 1000°C and 1100°C. The specimens were moved out from furnace after 25, 300, 500, 750 and 1000 hours of exposition in laboratory air. The range of investigations after each interval included top surface characterization of specimens by SEM, XRD and EDS method. Those investigations showed that different types of top surface conditions had a fundamental influence on oxides layer morphology. Especially in the case of phase`s constituent of oxides zone. More detailed investigations were made on the cross sections of two types of investigated specimens. Analysis of oxides layer morphology showed in this case basic differences in thickness of oxides zone which was much higher in the case of as sprayed NiCrAlY coating.

Abstract: The paper contains results of studies into the formation of oxide layers on steel long-term operated at an elevated temperature. The material studied comprised specimens of steel taken from an steam pipeline and on the flue gas side. The oxide layer adhesion tests were carried out on an automated Revetest XPress Plus instrument using a diamond Rockwell indenter. The adhesion of oxide layers, friction force, friction coefficient, scratching depth were determined as well as the force at which the layer was delaminated. It has been found that the oxide layer formed under the influence of applied pressure is more degradation in the areas where are a pores and cracks.

Abstract: This paper presents results from a study regarding the influence of three alkali salts (KCl, NaCl, and K₂CO₃) on the initial high temperature corrosion behavior of high alloy stainless steel Sanicro 28 (Fe31Cr27Ni) at 535°C. It was found that all three salts were corrosive, however, with clear differences in terms of reaction initiation.

Abstract: The paper contains results of studies on the formation of oxide layers on steel long-term operated at an elevated temperature. The oxide layer was studied on a surface and a cross-section at the inner surface of the tube wall. Thorough examinations of the oxide layer carried out on the inside surface of tube wall comprised:microscopic examinations of the oxide layer were performed using an Olympus GX41 optical microscope,thickness measurements of formed oxide layers,chemical composition analysis of deposits/oxides using a Joel JSM-6610LV scanning electron microscope (SEM) working with an Oxford EDS electron microprobe X-ray analyser,X-ray (XRD) measurements; the layer was subject to measurements using a Seifert 3003T/T X-ray diffractometer and the radiation originating from a tube with a cobalt anode (λ_Co=0.17902 nm). X-ray studies were performed, comprising measurements in a symmetric Bragg-Brentano geometry (XRD). XRD measurements were performed in the 15÷120° range of angles with an angular step of 0.1° and the exposure time of 4 s. To interpret the results the diffractograms were described by a Pseudo Voight curve using the Analyze software. DHN PDS and PDF4+2009 computer software and crystallographic database were used for the phase identification.

Abstract: The trials conducted in sulfur– and chlorine–rich environment were aimed at simulating the conditions prevalent in operating power boilers. The tests conducted in the temperatures of 700°C and 750°C have been selected in such a way as to enable reference between them and the supercritical parameters of boiler steam. The analysis of the rate of high–temperature corrosion kinetics in the Sanicro 25 steel was carried out for up to 3000 hours. The aim of the tests was to establish the oxidation kinetics and evaluate the destruction of the new generation of Sanicro 25 steel in atmosphere containing Cl and S in temperature of 700°C and 750°C during up to 3000 hours of operation.

Abstract: The trials conducted in sulfur– and chlorine–rich environment were aimed at simulating the conditions prevalent in operating power boilers. The tests conducted in the temperatures of 700°C and 750°C have been selected in such a way as to enable reference between them and the supercritical parameters of boiler steam. The analysis of the rate of high–temperature corrosion kinetics in the HR6W alloy was carried out for up to 3000 hours.

Abstract: The alloys based on intermetallic phases involving Al belong to a new group of heat-resistant materials. Their physico-chemical and mechanical properties allow to apply them in the operating conditions in corrosive environment and elevated temperature. Research conducted for many years has shown that these materials can work at temperature up to 1100°C without degradation of their occurrence in the environment containing oxygen and sulphur. Heat resistance of these materials is provided by forming the Al₂O₃ passive layer on the surface. This layer is a protective barrier, which hinders the oxygen diffusion into the surface. This paper presents the morphology of passive Al₂O₃ layer depending on the temperature of its formation. The study allows to define the surface condition for corrosion products carried out using scanning electron microscopy together with EDS X-ray microanalysis.