Optimization of nanostructured surfaces of the β-alloy Ti-35Nb-5Ta: The effect of electrochemical anodization on the functional performance of titanium dioxide nanotubes

IF 5.3 2区材料科学 Q1 MATERIALS SCIENCE, COATINGS & FILMS Surface & Coatings Technology Pub Date : 2025-02-26 DOI:10.1016/j.surfcoat.2025.131974

Ramaiany C. Mesquita , Jessica B. Serra , Eden S. Silva , Samuel F. Rodrigues , Beatriz S. Batista , Luciana M.R. Alencar , Clésio C. Melo , Alan S. Menezes , Anderson O. Lobo , Fernanda R. Marciano

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Abstract

This manuscript investigates the optimization of nanostructured TiO₂ surfaces on Ti-35Nb-5Ta alloy through electrochemical anodizing, focusing on its effects on roughness, adhesion, work function, and corrosion resistance. The objective is to enhance surface properties that influence osseointegration for biomedical applications. Microstructural analysis confirmed the presence of equiaxed β-phase grains (BCC) and amorphous TiO₂ nanotubes. Atomic force microscopy (AFM) indicated a 35 % increase in surface roughness (R_q) after anodizing, which improved adhesion by 25 % due to increased surface area and reduced nanotube diameter (< 80 nm). The work function (φ) increased from 4.32 eV to 4.47 eV, associated with vacancy formation and enhanced Ti exposure. Electrochemical evaluation in simulated body fluid (SBF) electrolyte was performed to assess corrosion resistance. The anodized surface exhibited enhanced corrosion resistance, demonstrating improved passivation behavior in SBF. The combined effects of increased roughness, adhesion force, and corrosion resistance suggest that electrochemical anodizing is a viable strategy to optimize nanostructured Ti-based biomaterials, promoting better osseointegration.

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Surface & Coatings Technology 工程技术-材料科学：膜

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期刊介绍： Surface and Coatings Technology is an international archival journal publishing scientific papers on significant developments in surface and interface engineering to modify and improve the surface properties of materials for protection in demanding contact conditions or aggressive environments, or for enhanced functional performance. Contributions range from original scientific articles concerned with fundamental and applied aspects of research or direct applications of metallic, inorganic, organic and composite coatings, to invited reviews of current technology in specific areas. Papers submitted to this journal are expected to be in line with the following aspects in processes, and properties/performance: A. Processes: Physical and chemical vapour deposition techniques, thermal and plasma spraying, surface modification by directed energy techniques such as ion, electron and laser beams, thermo-chemical treatment, wet chemical and electrochemical processes such as plating, sol-gel coating, anodization, plasma electrolytic oxidation, etc., but excluding painting. B. Properties/performance: friction performance, wear resistance (e.g., abrasion, erosion, fretting, etc), corrosion and oxidation resistance, thermal protection, diffusion resistance, hydrophilicity/hydrophobicity, and properties relevant to smart materials behaviour and enhanced multifunctional performance for environmental, energy and medical applications, but excluding device aspects.