Laser Sintering of Nanodiamond Powders on Aluminum Substrate

dc.contributor.advisor Pal Molian
dc.contributor.author Blum, Rodger
dc.contributor.department Mechanical Engineering
dc.date 2018-08-11T11:19:03.000
dc.date.accessioned 2020-06-30T02:32:05Z
dc.date.available 2020-06-30T02:32:05Z
dc.date.copyright Tue Jan 01 00:00:00 UTC 2008
dc.date.embargo 2013-06-05
dc.date.issued 2008-01-01
dc.description.abstract <p>The purpose of this research is to develop 10-50 micrometer thick, strongly adherent nanodiamond/diamond-like carbon (ND-DLC) coatings on aluminum substrates using a novel laser sintering process and demonstrate their tribological properties including hardness, toughness, wear resistance and friction relevant to engine applications. Aluminum is in demand for many engine applications due to its low density and high corrosion resistance. However, due to its low wear resistance, the number of applications are limited. It is hoped that ND-DLC coatings will greatly improve the performance and durability of aluminum engine components by reducing the friction between parts and improving the wear and scuffing resistance of the aluminum substrate. The success of this research will assist in improving the fuel efficiency of all automobiles particularly in a time of rising fuel prices. In another area, the laser sintering of ND particles could be extended to other substrates, such as titanium; this would be beneficial in the medical field, especially in biomedical implants. It could be used on surgical prostheses to prolong the current 10-15 year lifespan of the implant.</p>
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dc.identifier archive/lib.dr.iastate.edu/etd/10938/
dc.identifier.articleid 1960
dc.identifier.contextkey 2807158
dc.identifier.doi https://doi.org/10.31274/etd-180810-566
dc.identifier.s3bucket isulib-bepress-aws-west
dc.identifier.submissionpath etd/10938
dc.identifier.uri https://dr.lib.iastate.edu/handle/20.500.12876/25144
dc.language.iso en
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dc.subject.disciplines Mechanical Engineering
dc.subject.keywords diamond
dc.subject.keywords laser sintering
dc.subject.keywords nanocoating
dc.subject.keywords tribology
dc.title Laser Sintering of Nanodiamond Powders on Aluminum Substrate
dc.type article
dc.type.genre thesis
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thesis.degree.level thesis
thesis.degree.name Master of Science
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