Performance analysis of friction surfacing

► Deposition rates are higher than in laser cladding or PAW. ► Specific energy consumption is lower than for other cladding processes. ► Mechanical work is between 2.5 and 5 kJ/g of deposit with rates of 0.5-1.6 g/s. ► Tilting consumable rod in 3° led to a 10% increase in the bonded width. ► Surface hardness increased up to 115% compared to consumable rod.