Characterization of Polyurethane Coated Aerospace Aluminium Alloy (7075) By DSC, XRD and Adhesion Test

Abstract

The research is envisaging characterizing the Polyurethane (PU) coating on AA 7075 so as to predict the aircraft coating life. Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) and X-ray Diffractometry have been employed to investigate the differences in thermal behavior and crystalline structure of the polyurethane (GB BOND 141). DSC can be used to examine the material from a subambient starting temperature to the glass transition event and finally through the crystalline melting region. X-ray diffraction (XRD) provides important structural information about the polyurethane in the structure of semi-crystalline polymer substance consisting of two phases, viz., amorphous and crystalline as well as their fine texture which has a strong effect on physical and mechanical properties of polyurethane. After analyzing the characteristics, the extent of coating loss is examining visually in order to evaluate the adhesion property before carrying out the peel-off test.