Numéro
J. Phys. Colloques
Volume 49, Numéro C5, Octobre 1988
Interface Science and Engineering '87
An International Conference on the Structure and Properties of Internal Interfaces
Page(s) C5-213 - C5-217
DOI https://doi.org/10.1051/jphyscol:1988522
Interface Science and Engineering '87
An International Conference on the Structure and Properties of Internal Interfaces

J. Phys. Colloques 49 (1988) C5-213-C5-217

DOI: 10.1051/jphyscol:1988522

INVESTIGATION OF A CERAMIC-METAL INTERFACE PREPARED BY ANODIC SPARK DEPOSITION

K.A. KOSHKARIAN et W.M. KRIVEN

Department of Materials Science and Engineering, Ceramics Division, and Materials Research Laboratory, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Urbana, IL 61801, U.S.A.


Abstract
Al2O3 coatings were deposited on Nb substrates using a process known as anodic spark deposition. Characterization was performed by scanning electron microscopy, X-ray diffraction, and electron beam microprobe analysis. Decreasing concentration of electrolyte solution, in which the coatings were deposited, was found to qualitatively lower the adherence. Solution concentration also affected the incorporation of Nb in the coating.