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Abstract
In this study, B4C particles were introduced into Ti-based coatings to induce the in-situ formation of reinforcing phases, including TiC, TiB, and TiB2. XRD and EBSD analyses revealed that these reinforcing phases were predominantly distributed along grain boundaries, effectively refining the grain structure and increasing the grain boundary density. Consequently, both the KAM and GND values increased, enhancing the coating’s resistance to plastic deformation. High-temperature tribological tests demonstrated that the reinforcing phases and their synergistic strengthening mechanisms significantly reduced the coefficient of friction and wear rate, improved the wear morphology, and enhanced the coating’s high-temperature wear resistance and microhardness. These findings provide theoretical guidance and technical support for the development of high-performance Ti-based protective coatings for high-temperature applications.
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