Enhancing wear and corrosion resistance of micro-arc oxidation coating on Mg-Gd-Zn-Zr alloy via TiO2 particles reinforcement

Key Points

• Improved corrosion resistance in the alloy was observed with the application of TiO2 particles, enhancing its durability greatly.
• The enhancement in wear resistance reaches up to 30% when reinforced with a specific concentration of TiO2 particles, which is notable.
• Observational analysis involved testing the micro-arc oxidation coating on Mg-Gd-Zn-Zr alloy with varied TiO2 concentrations for optimal results.
• These findings highlight the potential for using TiO2 particles to strengthen coating performance in industrial applications; further real-world testing is recommended.