Research Article

Ni-Ti Shape Memory Alloy Coatings for Structural Applications: Optimization of HVOF Spraying Parameters

Table 1

Spraying parameters employed in the HVOF spraying process.

Spraying parameterSpray distance (mm)Kerosene/oxygen feed rate ratio (l/h-l/min)Coating thickness (mm)Specimen

Spray distance30020–8000.30A
35020–8000.30B
40020–8000.30C

Kerosene/oxygen feed rate ratio30020–8000.30A
30022–8600.30D
30025–9000.30E

Coating thickness30020–8000.15F
30020–8000.30A
30020–8000.60G