Optimization of the Laser Cladding Parameters to Enhance Corrosion Resistance of Powder Layers Clad on Thin-Walled Substrates
摘要
During the study of laser cladding processes for construction of additional elements on a thin-walled base, problems of process optimization, as well as an issue of possible lowered corrosion resistance of powder material layers applied using such technologies arose. To research these issues and improve the productivity of the process, a series of experimental studies was carried out to assure the relative homogeneity of the powdered layers clad on the thin-walled base. As a result of the study, the optimal operating mode for laser cladding of specified parts was obtained; on top of that, it was discovered that samples, produced by laser cladding, have a low percentage of non-metallic inclusions. The corrosion tests performed showed a sufficiently high corrosion resistance of the samples made of deposited material in a 3% NaCl solution compared to the control samples, being roughly equal to it in terms of resistance. These results are confirmed by the works and other authors, standing in line with studies of similar technologies in other fields. Results of this study can be used for further development of laser cladding technologies for elements on thin-walled parts used in various extreme conditions and further deepening of knowledge about the processes of modern laser cladding.