This study investigates the effect of suspension plasma spraying (SPS) parameters on inner diameter coatings produced from yttria suspensions, one in water and one in ethanol. Thermal spray trials were conducted at different spray distances, transverse speeds, and spray angles, with and without a water shroud. The coatings obtained were then examined in order to assess the influence of each parameter and the effect of water cooling on substrate temperature, porosity, vertical cracking, nodule formation, surface roughness, and deposition rate. Key findings and correlations are presented in the paper along with recommended practices and potential improvement pathways.

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