Effect of process parameters on the dimension and morphology of laser cladded WC-Ni composite coatings prepared by picosecond laser surface texturing

Key Points

• The morphology of laser cladded WC-Ni coatings is significantly influenced by different process parameters.
• Key metrics include variations in dimension and surface texture after laser treatment, impacting performance.
• Analysis of process parameters during laser cladding demonstrates the relationship between settings and coating quality.
• Results highlight the need for optimizing laser cladding techniques for improved material applications.