Optimization of Metallographic Preparation for Thermally Sprayed Coatings using the Taguchi Method Available to Purchase

A systematic study of sample preparation methods tailored to different types of thermal spray coatings was recently conducted. This paper presents the results of investigations on polishing methods and materials and their effect on the quality of cuts. The results show that the type of polishing cloth used has a major influence on layer breakouts, while the direction of rotation and embedding medium have relatively little effect. Paper includes a German-language abstract.