Published July 2014 | Version v1
Journal article

On boron nitride coating of metals

  • 1. ASELSAN, Ankara (Turkey)
  • 2. Atilim University, Center of Competence for Boron Coatings, Ankara (Turkey)

Description

The results of the studies show that more than one BN (boron nitride) allotropes (polymorphs) are obtained. c-BN, w-BN, e-BN and h-BN are the most observed allotropes (polymorphs). Obtaining more than one phase can help the coating to have, e.g. a good adhesion and low friction. Hardness values of coatings are observed in a very wide range (from 3-4 to 18-20 GPa). With increasing substrate RF (radio frequency) voltage, hardness of coating is increasing. BN coating techniques aims at improving the surface qualities of cutting tools and dies so that they use less energy, generate less pollution to the environment by using less cutting fluid and aim at higher performance in shaping and cutting materials. (author)

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Publishing Information

Journal Title
Nano Studies
Journal Issue
n.10,2014
Journal Page Range
p. 21-28
ISSN
1987-8826

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Notes
7 refs., 10 figs.