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Double-Layer Sol–Gel Modifications on Titanium Alloy Substrates—Physicochemical Properties Evaluation

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The objective of this study was to investigate the physicochemical properties of hybrid coatings with titanium nitride and boron nitride nanoparticles deposited on the TiAlV medical alloy via the sol-gel process. The developed layers were intended to impart bactericidal properties and provide protection against surgical abrasions during the implantation procedure. This study focused on evaluating the microstructure (SEM + EDS), structure (XRD, FTIR), and surface properties, including wettability, surface free energy, and roughness of the synthesized layers. Our results confirmed that it was feasible to produce hybrid layers with various microstructures and diverse layer morphologies. The FTIR and XRD structural analyses confirmed the presence of an organosilicon matrix incorporating the two aforementioned types of ceramic particles.

Source: Materials

DOI: 10.3390/ma18163857

Authors: Katarzyna Matysiak, Maria Biegun-Żurowska, Katarzyna Cholewa-Kowalska, Tomasz Goryczka, Wojciech Zając, Magdalena Ziąbka

Institutions: AGH University of Krakow, University of Silesia in Katowice

Language: English

Topic: Surface Treatment and Coatings

Subfield: Mechanical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $3,137