Diamond-Like Carbon Coatings

Diamond-like  carbons (DLCs) display a number of attractive properties that make them  versatile coating materials for a variety of applications, including  extremely high hardness values, very low friction properties, very low  gas permeability, good biocompatibility, and very high electrical  resistivity, among others. Further research into this material is  required to produce hydrogen-free DLC films and to synthesize it  together with other materials, thereby obtaining better film properties.  Diamond-Like Carbon Coatings: Technologies and Applications examines emerging manufacturing technologies for DLCs with the aim of  improving their properties for use in practical applications. 

• Discusses DLC coatings used in mechanical, manufacturing, and medical applications 
• Details recent developments in the novel synthesis of DLC films 
• Covers  advances in understanding of chemical, structural, physical,  mechanical, and tribological properties for modern material processing 
• Highlights methods to yield longer service life 
• Considers prospects for future applications of emerging DLC technologies 

This work is aimed at materials science and engineering researchers, advanced students, and industry professionals.