Micro-Nano Dual-Scale Coatings Prepared by Suspension Precursor Plasma Spraying for Resisting Molten Silicate Deposit

Abstract

Yb-doped Y2O3 stabilized ZrO2 (YbYSZ) coatings, developed through solution precursor plasma spraying (SPPS), are engineered to resist calcium–magnesium–alumino–silicate (CMAS) infiltration by leveraging their unique micro-nano structures. This provides superior anti-wetting properties, crucial for preventing CMAS penetration at high temperatures. The investigation focused on the structural and compositional changes in YbYSZ-SPPS coatings subjected to prolonged thermal exposure at 1300 °C. Results indicate that while the coatings undergo significant sintering, leading to densification and microstructural evolution, the elemental composition and phase stability remain largely intact after up to 8 h of heat treatment. Despite some reduction in CMAS resistance, the coatings maintained their overall protective performance, demonstrating the potential of SPPS coatings for long-term use in high-temperature environments where CMAS infiltration is a concern. These findings contribute to the development of more durable TBCs for advanced thermal protection applications.