Influence of Si Addition on the Microstructure, Mechanical and Lbe Corrosion Properties of an Amorphous Alcrfemoti High-Entropy Alloy Coating

The effect of the Si addition content ranging from 3.3 to 9.1 at.% on the microstructure, mechanical properties and LBE corrosion behaviour of AlCrFeMoTi HEA coatings was investigated. The AlCrFeMoTiSix coatings still maintained an amorphous structure, and their mechanical properties were improved. The Si addition greatly contributed to the enhancement of the LBE corrosion resistance of the coatings, which could be attributed to the formation of a more continuous and protective Cr2O3 and Al2O3 layer. However, the improved efficiency was related to the Si addition content, with an oxidation process model put forwards to well explain this phenomenon.