Investigation of microstructure and tribological characteristics of a novel NiCuBi ternary alloying synergistic lubricated cobalt-based composite coating over a wide temperature range

Key Points

• The findings highlight improved tribological characteristics with the novel NiCuBi alloy over a wide temperature range.
• Tribological tests showed a significant reduction in friction coefficients, enhancing wear resistance.
• Observational analysis of microstructure provided insights into the alloy's properties and performance at elevated temperatures.
• These results may enable advancements in industrial coatings, promoting better performance in various practical applications.