Electrodeposited Nickel Coatings for Erosion Protection.
Abstract
Electrodeposited hard and soft nickel on composites and aluminum have proven far superior to any other coating material for erosion resistance where radar transmission is not a requirement. The substrate material determined the minimum required thickness of electrodeposited nickel. Composites required a 9 mil coating thickness for extended protection in the rain environment while aluminum required only 3 mils. Thicker coatings of nickel will be required for sand erosion protection. Electroforming and adhesively bonding nickel to a composite substrate may offer a means of improving erosion. (Author, modified-PL)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0874765
Entities
People
- James H. Weaver
Organizations
- Air Force Research Laboratory