Electrodeposition and characterization of Ni-Y2O3 composite

► In this paper, mechanical properties of the Ni-Y2O3 were first reported. ► The incorporated Y2O3 slicks the surface of the coatings. ► Ni-Y2O3 coating reaches its highest microhardness 3566 MPa at 4.4 wt.%. ► The incorporated Y2O3 improves the frictional wear properties.