|
|
Influence of cooling rate on microstructure and mechanical properties of castings from magnesium alloys AZ91, WE43B and Elektron21 produced by investment casting
Jakubcová, Eliška ; Klakurková, Lenka (referee) ; Juliš, Martin (advisor)
This master's thesis deals with the effects of the cooling rate on the grain size of magnesium alloys based on Mg–Al (AZ91E) and Mg–Zr–RE (WE43B and Elektron21). The effects of the cooling rate are analyzed on samples of varying thickness for different cooling methods (forced–air–cooling, cooling into polymer, natural air cooling). We also evaluated the final microstructure, porosity, hardness, and mechanical properties for investment castings. Based on the evaluated grain sizes, we demonstrated a significant difference in the cooling rate influence on the grain size for the alloy AZ91E. Compared to Zirconium-based alloys (WE43B and Elektron21), for which the zirconium content influences grain size the most. For the alloys based on Mg–Zr–RE, it is possible to prefer casting conditions, without negative enlarging of the grain size.
|
|
|
Study of phytic acid-based organic conversion coatings on magnesium alloys
Zbíral, Roman ; Doskočil, Leoš (referee) ; Buchtík, Martin (advisor)
This thesis deals with organic conversion coatings based on phytic acid, on the magnesium alloys. In theoretical part it deals with corrosion properties of magnesium and magnesium alloys, usage of magnesium alloys for biomedicine applications. There are also summarized information’s about usage of phytic acid, it’s reactions with magnesium and magnesium alloys. At the end of theoretical part is search about phytic acid conversion coatings deposited on magnesium alloys. There are studied optimal conditions for application of phytic acid coatings such as pH, concentration, time of deposition, etc. Based on the knowledge from the theoretical part, a layer based on phytic acid was deposited on the surface of Mg alloy AZ31. The coating was evaluated in the experimental part in terms of its morphology and structure, chemical and corrosion behaviour. Scanning electron microscope (SEM) images showed the presence of microcracks in the dried coating. The chemical nature of the phytic acid-based conversion coating was investigated by energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS) techniques in combination with Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The electrochemical corrosion behaviour of Mg alloy AZ31 and coated Mg alloy was investigated by potentiodynamic polarization in Hank's solutions. Based on the obtained values of the corrosion potential and the corrosion current density, it can be stated that the applied layer of the conversion coating leads to an improvement of the corrosion properties. From the results of SEM analysis of samples after exposure in a corrosive environment, it was found that during potentiodynamic measurements no significant manifestation of corrosion attack was observed in coated samples, as was the case with Mg alloy AZ31.
|
|
|
Preparation and evaluation of fluoride conversion coating created on AZ31 wrought magnesium alloy
Matějka, Lukáš ; Wasserbauer, Jaromír (referee) ; Fintová, Stanislava (advisor)
The aim of this work is optimization of preparation parameters of fluoride conversion coating on the wrought magnesium alloy AZ31 in Na[BF4] melt. The monitored factors for determining quality of the prepared coatings are homogeneity of the coating surface on ground and polished samples of magnesium alloy, mechanical properties of the coating (adhesion and hardness) and the coating thickness. The main parameter was the change in these properties at different exposition times of the material to the salt melt. Coating surfaces were documented on an inverted light microscope with the addition of images representative samples using SEM. The coating thickness was documented with inverted light microscope using a polarization filter. The chemical composition was determined on three representative samples using an energy-dispersive X-ray spectrometer. The mechanical properties of the coatings were determined by scratch test on REVETEST Scratch Testing System with detector of acoustic emissions. The resulting scratches were documented on a light microscope. It was proved that polished samples exhibit superior coating in respect with ground samples, wherein the coating did not fill the trench after the finish treatment (grinding). Constant chemical composition has been demonstrated in all the coatings. Polished sample after 2 hours of exposure in the Na [BF 4] melt exhibits best mechanical properties. The obtained data are of practical importance in the use of the alloy AZ31 in various fields of industry, medicine and other research.
|
|
|
Passivation of magnesium alloys
Krejčířová, Dana ; Sponar, Jan (referee) ; Zmrzlý, Martin (advisor)
Diploma thesis deals with the technology of surface modifications of magnesium alloys. Basic knowledge from the field of the corrosion of metal materials. The division corrosion according to way of attack and corrosion environment, etc. There is an enumeration of ways of the corrosion defence. Questions of surface modifications with an emphasis on passivation by conversion coating and its analysis. Characteristics of magnesium and its alloys. Magnesium alloys with lithium, possibilities of its passivation and the verification of corrosion resistance. Enumeration of the used devices, chemicals and materials. characteristics of the used alloys. creation of the corrosion resistance standard. Research in passivation on the alloy containing 12 percent of lithium. The verification of the corrosion test usability based on the suggestion of the background research results. The test results for passivated as well as untreated samples and the reference material (steel). Aplication of chromate-free passivation and corrosion test on the alloy containing 12 percent of lithium.
|
|
|
Corrosion protection of magnesium alloys
Minda, Jozef ; Ptáček, Petr (referee) ; Zmrzlý, Martin (advisor)
This work deals with an alternative procedure to conventional surface treatment of magnesium alloy AZ31 and AZ91 by fluoride coating layer. Synthesis of fluoride layers was carried out in the melt of NaBF4, while were following coating properties depending on the set process parameters, particularly temperature. The evaluation of coating were used scanning electron microscopy (SEM), light microscopy (LM) and immersion tests in 3.0% NaCl solution of 1, 8, 24, 48 h addition was carried out a short immersion test, in the strongly corrosive 70% HNO3. The coating was analyzed by energy dispersive spectroscopy (EDS or EDX) to determine the chemical composition. Tests showed very good corrosion resistance and showed that in this way, a reproducible compact coating was formed. The analysis identified a layer of stechiometric compounds MgF2 and NaMgF3. At the same time was the current research in the field of corrosion protection of Mg alloys. The prepared coating was confronted with current technology and in conjunction with searches were designed options such research can continue this kind of coating proceed.
|
|
|
Applications of magnesium alloys
Köhler, Tomáš ; Ročňáková, Ivana (referee) ; Němec, Karel (advisor)
This bachelor thesis includes basic knowledge of magnesium and its alloys. It also deals with their properties, division, and possibilities of heat treatment. The thesis then summarizes the application of magnesium alloys in individual branches of industries. With their usage for particular parts, a comparison with other construction materials, including the evaluation of using magnesium alloys and their advantages and disadvantages, is conducted.
|
|
|
Application of magnesium alloys castings
Pernica, Vítězslav ; Liškutín, Petr (referee) ; Roučka, Jaromír (advisor)
Magnesium alloys are still idle in technical applications because of their properties. The history of metal is not very old, the first application of its alloy started on the beginning of the 20th century. Magnesium is very light. Its weight is about one third less than the weight of aluminum and it is the third most frequented structural metal. However its preparation and processing can be problematical because magnesium has high affinity to oxygen. It causes intensive burning. During the century of stature have been improved both production and alloys. The usage of magnesium alloys took more importance and it is the most used alloy in automotive field sofar. Recently its demand expands mainly in electrotechnics. Next usage we can find in aeronautics, energetics, military and many other branches.
|
|
|
Fatigue behaviour of AZ31 and AZ61 magnesium alloys after corrosion degradation
Horynová, Miroslava ; Vojtěch, Dalibor (referee) ; Obrtlík, Karel (referee) ; Podrábský, Tomáš (advisor)
Dissertation thesis is focused on evaluation of influence of exposure in 5% salt fog on fatigue behavior of AZ31 and AZ61 magnesium alloy fabricated by squeeze casting method. Microstructure and mechanical properties of experimental materials have been evaluated. The AZ61 alloy was solution heat treated after prior optimization of the heat treatment process based on microstructural characteristics and mechanical properties. Depths of corrosion damage, corrosion rate and mechanism of corrosion of all three experimental alloys have been evaluated. Influence of prior corrosion exposure for 480 and 1000 hours on fatigue behavior of experimental materials was evaluated. Obtained data were compared with data obtained using smooth test specimens. Fractographic analysis was carried out on both smooth and precorroded specimens. Furthermore, influence of aluminium on corrosion and fatigue behavior of tested alloys was defined.
|
|
|
Preparation of Mg-Al-Ti bulk materials via powder metallurgy
Brescher, Roman ; Doskočil, Leoš (referee) ; Březina, Matěj (advisor)
This diploma thesis deals with research and preparation of bulk materials based on the Mg–Al–Ti system. The theoretical part summarizes the basic knowledge about magnesium alloys, focusing mainly on Mg–Al and Mg–Ti systems. Furthermore, basic information on powder metallurgy methods was included here, from the production of powder materials, through their compaction, to heat treatment and spark plasma sintering (SPS). The theoretical part ends with literature review on the current research of the Mg–Al–Ti system. In the experimental part, bulk materials based on the Mg–Al–Ti system was prepared using traditional methods of powder metallurgy, as well as using the SPS method. The microstructure of the material, elemental and phase composition was examined in this thesis. Subsequently, Vickers hardness and flexural strength were measured, and fractographic observation of the fracture surface was performed. It was found that the aluminum was completely dissolved during the heat treatment, but the titanium particles remained almost intact in the material and worked as a particulate reinforcement. Materials prepared by methods of conventional powder metallurgy showed increased porosity compared to materials prepared by the SPS, resulting in lower hardness and flexural strength. The hardness increased with increasing the amount of aluminum and titanium and with the amount of magnesium phase . Fractographic observation of the fracture surface suggests that a diffuse connection between the reinforcement and the matrix may have occurred after the sintering process.
|
|
|
Hydrothermal synthesis and characterization of calcium phosphate-based coatings on AZ31 magnesium alloy
Knoflíčková, Lenka ; Doskočil, Leoš (referee) ; Buchtík, Martin (advisor)
The aim of this diploma thesis was to summarize all necessary knowledge needed for preparation of a quality CaP coating on AZ31 wrought magnesium alloys, and to implement its optimization for use in simulated body fluids. The theoretical part discusses biomaterials and their classification. Subsequently, the potential of magnesium alloys, their corrosion, and the possibility of surface treatment for in vivo applications are described in detail. The theoretical part concludes with the mechanism of deposition of CaP coatings on magnesium alloys and methods to evaluate their corrosion resistance. The experimental part includes the process of optimization of Mg alloy pretreatment and optimization of CaP coatings preparation, where the quality evaluation criteria were the appearance of the coating and its electrochemical and corrosion properties. These were evaluated by potentiodynamic tests. The microstructure and the chemical composition of deposited coating were observed and measured by optical and scanning electron microscopy. Long-term corrosion tests using electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS) were performed on the optimized CaP coatings and these results were then compared with the corrosion properties of the uncoated AZ31 alloy.
|
guest ::
