Plasma source ion implantation of magnesium alloys

Summary form only given, as follows. Magnesium alloy applications have enjoyed tremendous growth over the last ten years. Magnesium´s high strength to weight ratio provides design engineers an array of substitutional metallurgical options. However, improvements in magnesium´s material properties may be possible through surface modification techniques. Utilizing ion implantation techniques developed at the Plasma Source Ion Implantation Laboratory, surface property improvements of magnesium alloys will be presented. Surface characterization was performed using Auger electron spectroscopy and scanning electron microscopy. Surface properties were evaluated using a pin-on-disk wear tester, and a corrosion measurement system.