Infrared video thermography as a diagnostic tool for arc-plasmas: the potential for real time control
The investigation and control of arc plasmas used in coating processes have needed some means by which the hot gasses can be analyzed in real time. In the case of arc-plasma spraying, a diagnostic tool is needed which will yield further understanding of particle melting and the droplet/substrate interactions. Infrared video thermography appears to be such a tool. The present state-of-the-art permits real time examination of the plasma plumes together with injected powders; thermographs can be stored for later detailed analysis - even filed as a quality control measure. The early studies show that plume temperatures and particle velocity are observed in real time. These data can be used to control automated processes.
- Research Organization:
- APS-Materials, Inc., Dayton, OH (USA); Monsanto Research Corp., Miamisburg, OH (USA). Mound
- DOE Contract Number:
- AC04-76DP00053
- OSTI ID:
- 5761079
- Report Number(s):
- MLM-3350(OP); CONF-860495-6; ON: DE86010413
- Resource Relation:
- Conference: International conference on metallurgical coatings, San Diego, CA, USA, 7 Apr 1986
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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