ALMA MATER PROFESSOR DEVELOPS NEW-GENERATION PROTECTIVE COATINGS FOR THE ENERGY INDUSTRY

Manarbek Kylyshkanov, a professor at S. Amanzholov East Kazakhstan University, is working on an important task – protecting metal parts from the destructive effects of high temperatures and aggressive environment. His project, which received a government grant, is aimed at creating an innovative technological process for applying durable anti-corrosion coatings capable of extending the service life of power equipment and reducing repair costs.

– We are developing an integrated technology that combines two modern methods: gas-thermal spraying and laser treatment. This combination allows us to apply special coatings made of self-fluxing alloys based on nickel, chromium, boron and silicon (Ni-Cr-B-Si),” explains Manarbek Kylyshkanov. – These materials form a dense, wear-resistant and heat-resistant layer after processing.

Power engineering is one of the most demanding industries: equipment here operates under conditions of high temperatures, pressure and chemically aggressive environment. Any breakdown can result in costly downtime or even an accident. Therefore, protecting parts is not a whim, but a necessity. This is where metal coatings are used to extend metal life and reduce maintenance costs.

To ensure the reliability of the new coatings, the Professor’s team conducts rigorous testing. International ASTM standards are used. Such tests allow us to speak confidently about practical applicability.

The project is also unique in that it combines several scientific fields: materials science, mechanics, physics and chemistry. This interdisciplinarity allows to create solutions “at the intersection” of sciences – that is where real innovations are often born.

In addition, it is planned to train young specialists as part of the work. The university will train a new generation of engineers and researchers who not only apply modern technologies, but also develop them further. This is an important contribution to the future of the domestic industry.