Tribological Evaluation of Boride Layers Formed on an AISI M2 Steel Substrate by the Powder Packing Method (original) (raw)

The evaluation of boride layers formed on AISI M2 steel was conducted to assess the friction and wear characteristics under dry sliding conditions. The boriding process involved different parameters of temperature and time, resulting in variations in the tribological performance of the treated samples. Experimental results revealed that the borided samples exhibited enhanced wear resistance, with notable differences between single-phase and two-phase boride layers. Key findings indicate that optimal conditions for boriding improve the longevity of cutting tools significantly, making them more effective for industrial applications.