Surface engineering of light alloys

Abstract

Part 1 Surface degradation of light alloys: Corrosion behaviour of magnesium alloys and protection techniques Wear properties of aluminium-based alloys Tribological properties of titanium alloys. Part 2 Surface engineering technologies for light alloys: Anodising of light alloys Plasma electrolytic oxidation treatment of aluminium and titanium alloys Plasma electrolytic oxidation treatments of magnesium alloys Thermal spraying of light alloys Cold spraying of light alloys Physical vapour deposition of magnesium alloys Plasma assisted surface treatment of aluminium alloys to combat wear Plasma immersion ion implantation (PIII) of light alloys Laser surface modification of titanium alloys Laser surface modification of aluminium and magnesium alloys Ceramic conversion treatment of titanium-based materials Duplex surface treatments of light alloys. Part 3 Applications for surface engineered light alloys: Surface engineered light alloys for sports equipment Surface engineered titanium alloys for biomedical devices Plasma electrolytic oxidation and anodised aluminium alloys for spacecraft applications.