The expected results of the project consist of: (i) obtaining and depositing three different phosphate layers ((1) Zn-Ca-Zr, (2) Zn-Ca-Mg, and (3) Zn-Mg-Zr) on the surface of the Ti-6AL-4V alloy to promote osseointegration and biocompatibility, (ii) characterizing the obtained phosphate layers, (iii) dissemination of results and intellectual protection. The expected results regarding the characteristics of the layers compared with others are: better corrosion resistance of the titanium alloy; high adherence to the substrate; morphology similar to the human bone; suitable for cell adhesion; promoting osteointegration and biocompatibility. All of this with a low-cost process. These results aim to improve existing prostheses on the market, having a major impact on medicine. The layers developed within the project will be original, innovative, and have advanced properties.
Published paper: Micromorphology and properties of novel phosphate conversion coatings based on zinc-magnesium and zinc-zirconium deposited on Ti6Al4V
Patent application: Patent application A/00550, November 21, 2025: Process for phosphating titanium alloys with a zinc-magnesium-calcium-based solution Dissemination at: Invention and Innovation Show ***** Conferences ***** Workshops:
Executive summary: Brief description of the deliverables at mid-term
Rezumat executiv al activitatilor realizate in prima parte a proiectului (in limba romana): Descrierea succinta a activitatilor realizate in prima parte a proiectului