In this work the results of experimental studies of new composite materials based on refractory
metals with protective coatings of alumina forming Fe-45%Cr-4%Al-1%Ni-0.3%La alloy are given. The
compositions with optimal correlation of heat and oxidation resistance were obtained on the Nb and Mo
monocrystals and polycrystalline low alloyed Cr bulk samples coated with Fe-45%Cr-4%Al-1%Ni-
0.3%La alloy using the electron-beam vacuum evaporation technique followed by thermal-chemical
treatment at 1200OC. The obtained compositions were investigated using the SEM, WDS, AES and LM.
The results of the tests demonstrated that the metallic-oxide hybrid coating layer formed on the
surfaces of synthesized composition materials, at high working temperatures has an ability to heal the
cracks developed as a result of mechanical and thermal damage. Moreover, the developed coating
material is characterized by high adhesion with the metallic substrates, and therefore it has protective
features against high temperatures, corrosion and a wear. The obtained compositions can be
considered as an effective engineering material for specific applications where the parts and devices
manufactured from this material will have a thermal activated self-healing surface and will be able to
work for a long time in ordinary and other aggressive environments with variable thermal and
mechanical loading conditions at temperatures as high as 1000-1200OC.
Keywords: High temperature corrosion, Self-healing, TBC, Fe-Cr-Al-RE alloy, refractory metals,
composite materials, microcrack, oxidation