Non-Destructive In-process Assessment of Thermal Spray Repairs

Non-Destructive In-process Assessment of Thermal Spray Repairs

Thermal spray process inspection is currently lot-based which can result in the rejection of entire lots of parts due to process variation. This project will focus on development of non-destructive in-process evaluation of thermal spray to minimize reject rates of good parts.

Project Team:
Rochester Institute of Technology, University of Pittsburgh, Caterpillar Inc.

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18-01-RM-11

In-situ Nondestructive Evaluation of In-flight Particle Dynamics and Intrinsic Properties for Thermal Spray Repairs

In-situ Nondestructive Evaluation of In-flight Particle Dynamics and Intrinsic Properties for Thermal Spray Repairs

The quality of coated surfaces from thermal spray repairs is determined by the particles impacting the surface. A better understanding of in-flight particle dynamics will enable improved success rates for repairs in the remanufacturing industry.

Project Team:
Iowa State University, John Deere

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18-01-RM-09