Superhard Nanocomposite Coatings

Abstract

Abstract: The recent development in the field of nanocomposite coatings with good mechanical properties is critically reviewed in this paper. The design principle and materials selection for the nanocomposite coatings are introduced. Different methods for the preparation of superhard nanocomposite coatings are described with emphasis on the magnetron sputtering. Based on recent theoretical and experimental results regarding the appearance of superhardness in nanocomposite coating, lattice parameter changes, crystallite size, microstructure and morphology are reviewed in detail. Also emphasized are the mechanical properties (especially on hardness) and the ways by which the properties are derived.

Key words: Superhard, Nanocomposite, Coating

Sam ZHANG, Deen SUN, Yongqing FU. Superhard Nanocomposite Coatings[J]. J Mater Sci Technol, 2002, 18(06): 485-491.

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