Engineering the Next Generation of Coatings for the Fast Lane
Seeking to go beyond the limits is a defining characteristic of manufacturers of super cars, motor bikes and of professional racing teams in motorsports because of the hyper competitive markets in which they compete worldwide. To achieve their mission on both the road and track requires continually pushing the operating performance limits of all their component parts as well.
One of the most demanding environments in high-performance vehicles are the high friction, wear and contact areas of the engine and valve train such as the camshaft, piston pins, valves, lifters and finger followers, where there is high contact pressure and sliding speeds. Coatings play a pivotal role by reducing friction and adding hardness to reduce wear. By doing so, performance is enhanced, and the usable life of key components is increased.