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Hardcoatings of WC/Co, produced by high-velocity oxy-fuel (HVOF) and air plasma spray (APS) deposition, have been studied. During HVOF deposition, nanostructured powder experiences more decarburization than conventional powder, whereas in APS deposition, just the opposite effect occurs This is explained in terms of the influence of the highly porous, spherical-shell morphology of the nano-WC/Co particles on their melting characteristics and reaction kinetics. In particular, heterogeneous melting and localized superheating of the high-surface-area powder is considered to be a controlling factor in decarburization. The situation is further complicated in APS deposition by high-temperature vaporization of Co and C. |