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    An Investigation on Pitting Corrosion of 304, 316 and 316L Stainless Steels in 3.5%NaCl Solution and Effect of polyethyleneimine on Pitting Corrosion of These Steels

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Kazazi, Mahdi (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this study, pitting corrosion of 304, 316 and 316L stainless steels in 3.5% NaCl solution at different temperatures (25, 40, and 70°C), were studied by electrochemical methods such as Cyclic Potentiodynamic Polarization, Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy and Immersion tests. Also, the effects of different concentrations of polyethyleneimine with two molecular weights (2000 and 60000 g/mol) on pitting corrosion of these steels were investigated. Finally, the adsorption behavior of inhibitors on surface of alloys was investigated by Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) and Attenuated Total Reflectance Fourier transform spectroscopy (ATR-FTIR). It was found that both inhibitors prevent... 

    Bioglass Coating on 316L Stainless Steel

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Pourhashem, Sepideh (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Bioactive glasses are able to bond to soft and hard tissues in living body and their application as coating on metallic implants like 316L stainless steel has two important effects: (1) intimate link between bone and materials and (2) corrosion protection of metallic implant in body fluid and protection from tissues in front of corrosion products. Therefore, in this research, 45S5 bioactive glass prepared via sol- gel method was dip coated on 316L stainless steel substrates and its characteristics was investigated.Results of phase analysis showed that by sintering 45S5 bioglass at 600 ˚C for 5 h, an amorph sample with small amount of Na2Ca2Si3O9 was obtained. So, the bioglass coated samples... 

    Simulatin of Reinforcement Corrosion in Pozzolanic Concrete by Neural Network

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Noori, Hassan (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    One of the most important factors of reducing durability of concrete structures is corrosion of steel reinforcement in concrete. In this paper, corrosion behavior of reinforcing steel in concrete is investigated in two different methods of protection based on neural network. As regard the first method, pozzolanic additives with optimized percentage were added to Concrete mix design (the percentage of these additives are 25% Weight of cement of fly ash, Micro silica with 10 percent of weight of cement and 25% of Blast Furnace slag weight of cement). In the second approach of protection, 0/5 percent weight of cement of ferrogard 901 inhibitor is added to basic mix concrete design and the... 

    Micro Arc Oxidation Coating on Magnesium Alloy AZ31 and Study its CorrosionBehavior in Physiological Solution

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Salami, Behrooz (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Magnesium and its alloys have been used as biodegradable implements in recent years. However Magnesium implements may corrode in the body before the natural healing process of the damaged tissue. MAO process was studied in order to reduce primary corrosion of Magnesium alloy in Simulated Body Fluid (SBF). MAO coating was created on AZ31 alloy in a nontoxic alkaline-silicate solution at DC current densities of 5, 10, 15 and 20 mA/cm2 for 30 minutes and the current was in form of 20-10-5 mA/cm2 steps that each were applied for 10 minutes. The maximum corrosion resistance was observed for the mentioned step applied current in a 30g/l Sodium Silicate solution. Furthermore the effects of adding... 

    Improvement of Corrosion Resistance of Concrete Sewer Pipes Against Microbial Corrosion

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Mozafari, Ali (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Microbiologically Influenced Corrosion (MIC) of concrete sewer ptpes and wastewater collection systems has been reported in many places of the world. Recently, numerous copper compounds have been used for bacterial growth control in sewer pipes. In this thesis, bath parameterswere optimized in order to maximize copper osmosis to the porous concrete matrix.Concrete pipes were electrochemically coated inCopper Lactate bath in a constant current mode (1=0.6 A), while temperature was set to 25, 50, 75 and 95
    °Cand pH to 9,10 and 11. Specimens were then characterized by scanning electron

    microscopy, optical microscopy, XRD andAAS. Copper Osmosis was highest in pH=9 and... 

    An Investigation on Zirconia Nano-particles Coating Deposited on Magnesium AZ91 alloy Using Electrodeposition Method

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Amiri, Hamed (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Recently magnesium alloys have shown great potential as biodegradable metallic implants. However, due to high corrosion rate in the body environment, these alloys would be degraded before the tissue healing time period. Therefore corrosion resistance of these alloys has to be improved in order to be used in biological environments. In the present work, supposing improvement of corrosion properties of magnesium AZ91D alloy, the alloy has been coated with biocompatible nano-Zirconia particles using Electrophoretic deposition method and the effects of deposition parameters such as bath agitation, Zirconia concentration, current density and duration of deposition process on the properties of the... 

    Surveying The Biodegradation Behavior, Biocompatibility and Mechanical Properties of Mg-4Zn-xAl-0.2Ca Alloys

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Homayun, Bahman (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Due to their favorable biodegradability, Magnesium and its alloys have always attracted such a lot of research interests for making temporary implants. With the same direction, Mg-4Zn-0.2Ca has recently absorbed lots of research interests, due to its excellent biocompatibility. As the most regarded draw back concerned with this alloy, poor corrosion resistance is frequently discussed. Accordingly, in the present work it has been tried to come over this problem by addition different amount of aluminum, including 1, 3, 5, 7.5, and 10 percent, to this alloy; without causing any negative effect on its biocompatibility, and to present a new alloy composition with modified degradation behavior.... 

    Preparation and Characterization of HA/ZrO2 Biocomposite Coating on 316 Stainless Steel Fabricated by Electrodeposition

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Shojaee, Peyman (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this research, role of zirconia nanoparticles as a biocompatible material which has great mechanical properties, was investigated on corrosion behavior and bonding strength of HA coating. HA- ZrO2 composite prepared by a 2-step pulse electrodeposition method. Effect of pH (3.5, 4.5), bath temperature (60, 80 ͦC), current density (0.5, 1, 2 mA/cm2) and zirconia concentration (5, 10, 15 g/L) on coating characteristics were studied. X-ray diffraction was employed for phase analysis. Morphology and microstructure of samples observed utilizing scanning electron microscope (SEM) and elemental analysis was done by EDS. In order to corrosion studies electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS)... 

    A Study on Properties of Composite Coating with Al2O3 Base Prepared by Hard Anodizing with ZrO2 Nanoparticles

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Motamen, Ali (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this study anodized none composite and composite film containing ZrO2 nanoparticles were prepared on 1050 Al Alloy using hard anodizing method in sulfuric and oxalic acid mixed solution by pulse Currents. The microstructure and properties of the film were studied by field emission scanning electron microscopy with EDS analyzer and XRD diffraction and friction wear test were performed to evaluate the mechanical properties of coating . Results indicate that the composite film with ZrO2 nanoparticles have reduced friction coefficient with high micro hardness friction coefficient of composite film can be small as 0.16 which is much smaller than that 0.39 of none composite film. Micro hardness... 

    Investigation of Antifouling Coating Paint on Steel

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Jalaee, Adel (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Plants and aquatic creatures growth on the surface of human made structures is a typical phenomena. One of the approaches to prevent algae and moss to grow is using paint coatings including biocides. In this research project, anti-moss paints containing Copper Oxide as the major biocide and Zinc Oxide as the minor biocide have been synthesized. The effects of different parameters like the type of resin, biocide concentration, biocide grain sizes, dip time, and the coating layer thickness on the release rate which is the most important factor to prevent moss growth, have been investigated. Then, the experiment has been conducted on the specimens in algae growth and flustered sea water... 

    Electrodeposition of Graphene-Ni-Mo Coating on Titanium Substrate

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Arjang, Masomeh (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this study, linear polarization resistance (LPR) of cathodic pulse electrodeposited graphene- Nickel-Molybdenum coating is optimized by design of experiments approach (central composite design). Applied current density (i), cathodic pulse durations (Ton) and total electrodeposition time (Ttotal) are selected as the substantial factors. The best prediction model proposes a definitive linear relation without any significant interaction of the LPR by analysis of variance. The best value of LPR is achieved equal to 1406KΩ.cm2, obtaining at i of 137.5 A/cm2, Ton of 45.5 ms and Ttotal equal to 315 s. Polarization test is carried out to determine corrosion behavior of the coating. It shows... 

    Investigating Bio-Capability of HA-ZrO2-TiO2 Nano-Composite Coating by EPD on St. St 316 in Physiologic Solution

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Pourraeisi, Morteza (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Metallic implants are useful in dental and orthopedic applications. Bio coating is necessary to improve bio-compatibility and bio-activation of metallic implants. For this goal, HA is the most important material. In this research, the goal is to improve bio-compatibility of St. St 316 by coating HA, HA-ZrO2, HA-TiO2, HA-ZrO2-TiO2 using combination of electrodeposition and electrophoretic methods. To form HA, calcium and phosphor salt solution was used then ZrO2- TiO2 nanoparticles was added to solution. In order to analyst the coatings different tests were done. Thickness analysis, XRD, FT-IR, FE-SEM and EDS, bonding Strength, Polarization test, bio-compatibility and surface roughness... 

    Corrosion Resistance of Graphene-Titania Coating on 316 Stainless Steel by Electrophoretic Deposition

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Parvizi, Sahar (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    The aim of this thesis was creating Titania/RGO coating with electrophoretic method to evaluate the corrosion resistance of stainless steel 316. At first Graphene Oxide were synthesized with modified Hammers method and their physical, chemical and morphological properties have been investigated using XRD, FTIR, EDX, TGA, UV-Vis and Raman analysis. then Graphene Oxide was added to the bath of titanium and was deposited on 316 stainless steel substrates. Moreover, corrosion protection of coating has been examined using Poarization test and Electrochemical Impedance Spectrometry. The effect of deposition parameters on corrosion properties of composite coatings were examined. The key variables... 

    Evaluation Effects of Mo, Bi &Sn Biocides On the Anti-Fouling Paints

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Bayat, Amin (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this research Feasibility of application of oxide compounds of bismuth, molybdenum and tin as biocide was studied. So some epoxy paints with different ratio of these compounds were formulated. Afterward some tests were performed to assessment paints properties such as leaching rate, antifouling activity, adhesion, corrosion resistance and impact resistance. Results of leaching rate test showed that increase in the ratio of bismuth oxide from 10% to 60%, led to increase leaching rate from 0.029mg.day-1.cm-2 to 0.126mg.day-1.cm-2. beside that Microscopic results showed proved that the ratio of bismuth oxide in the cured coating is 25% of the paint formulate. In similar ratio of biocides,... 

    Synthesis of Antibacterial Hydroxyapatite/Titania-Silver Coating on Titanium Substrate Using Sol-Gel Method

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Azadeh, Mohsen (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    With the increase in the average age of the world's population, osteoporosis is a worldwide incidence. This disease, along with natural disasters, are important factors in the occurrence of fractures in various bones of the body. One of the methods for solving this problem and replacing with broken body bones is the use of metal implants with hydroxyapatite-based coatings. One of the common problems with using implants in the body is the infection in the adjacent parts of the implant. To overcome this problem, several studies have been carried out on the use of hydroxyapatite coatings with metal ions or antibacterial oxide compounds. In the present study, the influence of factors such as the... 

    Corrosion Protection of Aluminium by Smart Coatings Containing Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) Nanocontainers

    , Ph.D. Dissertation Sharif University of Technology Imanieh, Iman (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Smart coatings which prevent corrosion by several mechanisms recently have been carefully planned. One of these mechanisms is the use of ion exchangers like Layered Double Hydroxide (LDH) in the coating network. In this study, the LDH containing a kind of green inhibitor (sodium molybdate) was synthesized and utilized in a Poly-Vinyl Alcohol (PVA) base coating applied on the aluminium (5054 series) surface. After evaluating the LDH performance, the inhibitor release from the LDH crystals was examined by changing significant parameters like MII/MIII (the molar ratio of divalent ions into trivalent ions), pH, aging time and temperature. Considering the LDH morphology or the thickness of the... 

    Coating Nano Composite HAp-Al2O3-TiO2 on Stainless Steel 316 by Sol-Gel Method

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Ahmadi, Reza (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    316L stainless steel is used in implants under load in orthopedics and dentistry due to its high strength and corrosion resistance. Therefore, to improve their biocompatibility properties, bioceramic coatings with more suitable biocompatibility properties are used. Therefore, in the present study, to improve the biocompatibility and corrosion properties on 316 L metal implants, HAp / TiO2 / Al2O3 nanocomposite coating was created using the cost-effective sol-gel method. Titanium + alumina by weight percentage in these coatings were 20, 30, and 40% by weight. In this study, FTIR, XRD, DSC / TG, FE-SEM EDS, DLS tests were performed to investigate the chemical bases in nanocomposites,... 

    Investigation of the Effect of Chlorine ion Concentration on Corrosion of Steel Reinforcement in Concrete

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Hajian, Morteza (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    Today, in our beloved country of Iran and other parts of the world, reinforced concrete structures are used in large industrial projects, in some cases we see their very early failure even before the time of operation. This issue in the southern coasts of the country due to special weather conditions (humidity and high temperature) and the existence of the offensive ions such as chlorine and sulfate in seawater are more important and we always face with severe corrosion of reinforcement and reduced service life of concrete structures in these areas. Despite this, little research has been done on the reliability of concrete facilities in the vicinity of the Caspian Sea in the north of the... 

    Preparation of HA/Al2O3/MgO Biocompatible Nanocomposite Coating by Electrophoretic Method on 316 Stainless Steel

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Azizi, Amir (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    In this research, it has been tried to use alumina and magnesia nanoparticles to hydroxyapatite nano powder, a three-component coating, with corrosion resistance, adhesion and desirable biocompatibility on the 316 stainless steel substrate, by electrophoretic method. It should be applied at 3 voltages of 10, 30 and 50 volts and for 3 minutes. TEA was used as a dispersing agent and ethanol as a solvent to prepare the suspension. Alumina nano powder was added to nanohydroxyapat in two amounts of 10 and 20% by weight and 20% was optimized as the amount, and magnesia nano powder was added to the composition in three amounts of 1, 3 and 5% by weight, which was 3% by weight of the results Was... 

    Chitosan–Bioactive Glass Composite Coating on Nd-Fe-B Magnetic Alloy Substrate by Electrophoretic Deposition

    , M.Sc. Thesis Sharif University of Technology Mehdipour, Mehrad (Author) ; Afshar, Abdollah (Supervisor)
    Abstract
    This research work deals with application of poly-saccharide to improve coating process of bioactive ceramic composite on aNd-Fe-B magnetic alloy substrate. Bioactive glass particles were synthesized through a sol-gel process and coated in the form of composite with poly-saccharide onto a magnetic substrate by electrophoretic deposition technique. Stable suspensions of 0.5 gr/lit polysaccharide polymer-ceramic were prepared using bioactive glass particles (<1µm), acetic acid 1%. The influence of added water to ethanol, pH and tri-ethanol-amine (TEA) additive on suspension stability, deposition rate and coating’s structure was investigated. It was shown that by increasing the water to ethanol...