Influence of Ni and NiAu-plating on hydrogen binding behavior in Al-based SiC: a density functional theory investigation
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Yuan Dong
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Wenjing Song
Abstract
This study investigates the influence of Ni and NiAu coatings on hydrogen binding behavior in Al-based SiC composites, critical for aerospace and electronic applications. Theoretical computations reveal distinct hydrogen migration patterns at Al/SiC, Ni/SiC, Ni/Al, and Ni/Au interfaces. Nickel plating directs hydrogen towards the coating, reducing accumulation at the SiC/Al interface. However, NiAu plating leads to hydrogen enrichment at the Ni/Au interface, necessitating dehydrogenation of the Ni layer prior to Au plating. Understanding these mechanisms is crucial for optimizing manufacturing processes and enhancing material reliability, durability, and performance in hydrogen-sensitive environments.
Acknowledgments
The numerical calculations in this paper were performed on the supercomputing system at the National Supercomputing Centre in Shenzhen. The authors are grateful to Qi Zhang for reading the manuscript and making valuable comments.
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Research ethics: Not applicable.
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Informed consent: Not applicable.
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Author contributions: All authors have accepted responsibility for the entire content of this manuscript and approved its submission.
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Use of Large Language Models, AI and Machine Learning Tools: None declared.
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Conflict of interest: The author states no conflict of interest.
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Research funding: Not applicable.
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Data availability: Not applicable.
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