Structure and wear resistance of layered coatings formed on VT6 titanium alloy, obtained by combining diffusion nitriding and subsequent ion-plasma spraying with TiN and ZrN

Key Points

• Enhanced wear resistance was observed in layered coatings on VT6 titanium alloy, suggesting improved durability.
• Results showed wear resistance improvement of 35% compared to untreated titanium, highlighting effectiveness of the coatings.
• Layered coatings were formed through diffusion nitriding followed by ion-plasma spraying, combining TiN and ZrN materials.
• This work supports the development of titanium alloys for high-performance applications, with further validation needed.