Nanoparticles deposition effects on 1050A aluminum alloy anodic layers

Abstract

The objective of this research is to investigate the electrochemical features of aluminum alloy owing to the deposition of SiO2 or TiO2 nanoparticles in an anodic aluminum oxide film (AAO) via electrophoretic deposition (EPD). The modified oxide layer shows potential in view of corrosion protection while retaining the adhesion promotion properties. The modified oxide layer with TiO2 nanoparticles was more effective in corrosion prevention.