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Metallurgical Surfaces Produced by Ion Implantation

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Ion implantation, the process of embedding ions accelerated through high voltages, is described as a metallurgical tool for altering surface microstructure and properties. Examples of applications to improve resistance to wear, oxidation, and corrosion are provided. The possibilities for producing surface “superalloys” is explored using Al+ ion implantation into nickel as a prototype alloy system. The micromechanisms which operate and determine implanted surface chemistry are presented, and a predictive capability is demonstrated. Factors determining the phases that are stable in implanted alloys are outlined and demonstrated using P+ and Al+ ion implantation of nickel. Future directions using ion implantation for metallurgical purposes are discussed.

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Research supported by the National Science Foundation, Division of Materials Research, Metallurgy and Ceramics Program, through Grant DMR8006084.

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Potter, D.I., Ahmed, M. & Lamond, S. Metallurgical Surfaces Produced by Ion Implantation. JOM 35, 17–22 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF03338341

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