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Preparation and Characterization of Ni60-WC Composites Fabricated Using Laser Cladding Technique

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In order to improve the surface properties of metal knives, agricultural appliances, and other metal parts, Ni60-WC composites were fabricated by using laser cladding (LCG) technique. The impacts of WC addition on the surface and cross-sectional morphologies, Vickers hardness, phase structure, corrosion resistance, and wear resistance of the composites were investigated. The findings suggested that WC particles had a significant impact on the structural characteristics of the Ni60-WC composites. Cross sections of Ni60-WC10 and Ni60-WC20 composites revealed the presence of numerous elements, including Ni, W, C, Fe, and Cr, confirming that the LCG approach could effectively fabricate Ni60-WC composites. Furthermore, numerous nickel grains and WC particles emerged in Ni60-WC20 composites, and the average nickel grain and WC particle diameters were reported as 96.3 and 54.6 μm, respectively. The Ni60-WC20 composite showed an average Vickers hardness of 826.9 HV, which was around 3.5 times higher than the Vickers hardness of the substrate. Similarly, the Ni60-WC20 composite demonstrated excellent anti-wear resistance. Additionally, the Ni60-WC20 composite demonstrated remarkable corrosion resistance, as reflected by its corrosion potential measurement of only − 0.37 V.

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The research is supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China (Granted No. 51974089), International Scientific and Technological Cooperation Project (Granted No. GUIQ0700500523) and the Guilin City Science Research and Technology Development Plan Project (Granted No. 20220124-23).

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Ma, C., Li, H., Xia, F. et al. Preparation and Characterization of Ni60-WC Composites Fabricated Using Laser Cladding Technique. J. of Materi Eng and Perform (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11665-024-09446-y

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