Enhancing the tribological and surface performance of TiN/AlCrN multilayer coatings on SS316L under the lubricating environment

Key Points

• The aim is to investigate how TiN/AlCrN multilayer coatings can improve tribological and surface performance on SS316L in lubricated environments.
• Applied TiN and AlCrN multilayer coatings on SS316L substrata.
• Conducted tribological tests under lubricated conditions.
• Analyzed surface performance using specialized equipment.
• TiN/AlCrN coatings significantly reduce friction and wear rates compared to uncoated SS316L.
• Improved surface hardness observed, enhancing durability in lubricated environments.