Burak Dikici

• Professor
• Professor at Atatürk University

A non-equimolar TiZrCrNb0.3Ta0.07 medium entropy alloy (MEA) was successfully designed as theoretical and produced by arc-melting method from Ti1.0Nb0.3Ta0.07Zr0.05 (TNTZ) scraps for possible usage in biomedical applications in this study. The main aim of this study is to find an alternative way to recycle with a reduced carbon footprint the availa...

Due to the high corrosion rate and limited biocompatibility of commonly used magnesium (Mg) and its alloys, current studies have focused on surface modification techniques. In this study, which is aimed at overcoming these obstacles in biomedical applications, hybrid coatings of PLA‐HA‐Walnut shell (Wshell) were successfully applied to Mg substrate...

The Ti29Nb13Ta4.6Zr (named as TNTZ) alloy is a unique candidate for biomedical applications due to super properties such as its non-toxic and non-allergenic nature, ideal Young's modulus, and excellent biocompatibility. Machining of biomaterials is a fundamental requirement of parts manufacturing and an important element of the efficiency and perfo...

Traditional water purification methods are often ineffective to removal of organic pollutants, heavy metals, and bacteria from wastewater. In recent decades, nanomaterials have gained wide attention in the treatment of wastewater due to their large specific surface area, significant reactivity, affinity for specific contaminants, etc. This review c...

Purpose The purpose of this study is to improve the corrosion protection of epoxy coating on ST37 steel through chemical interaction by incorporating NH2-MIL-53(Al), a metal-organic framework (MOF), as a nanofi ler (1 Wt.%). Design/methodology/approach Scanning electron microscopy (SEM), transmission electron microscopy (TEM), Fourier-transform in...

Mastic gum (Pistacia lentiscus L. resin), traditionally known as Meska Horra in Morocco, is valued for its bioactive properties, although its composition varies depending on its geographical origin. The essential oil profile is also influenced by the extraction method used. This study evaluates the chemical composition, bioactivity, and extraction...

This study examines the essential role of copper in the marine environment, particularly in the presence of a 3.5 wt% NaCl solution, and explores strategies to combat its corrosion. It evaluates two primary approaches to copper protection: using inhibitors directly in the corrosive environment and incorporating inhibitors into smart coatings. In ad...

Analcime is an important nanomaterial in: heterogeneous catalysis, selective adsorption, stomatology, sensing, and nanoelectronics. Given its occurrence in limited regions worldwide, achieving low-cost, high-purity synthesis of this zeolite is crucial. The objective of the present study was to synthesize pure analcime from an abundant, naturally oc...

High-entropy alloy (HEA) coatings offer unique advantages for enhancing the surface properties of biomedical implants, including improved wear and corrosion resistance. In this study, Al 0.3 CrFeCoNi-based HEA coatings were produced by high-speed laser metal deposition (HS-LMD) with the addition of Nb and Mo. The coatings were characterized using X...

In the current investigation, the efficiency inhibition of two newly synthesized bi-pyrazole derivatives, namely 2,3-bis[(bis((1 H-pyrazol-1-yl) methyl) amino)] pyridine (Tetra-Pz-Ortho) and 1,4-bis[(bis((1 H-pyrazol-1-yl) methyl) amino)] benzene (Tetra-Pz-Para) for corrosion of carbon steel (C&S) in 1 M HCl medium was evaluated. A Comparative stud...

29 Jan 2025): A new and effective organic imidazole derivative inhibitor for carbon steel protection in 1M HCl medium: electrochemical analysis and computer simulation, Indian Chemical Engineer, ABSTRACT A novel imidazole derivative organic compound was employed as a corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel in a 1M hydrochloric acid medium. Several met...

This study provides a detailed investigation of the manufacturing, mechanical, and corrosion properties of Al-CuO composite materials using a two-stage solid-state synthesis route. The Al and CuO powders were subjected to high-energy ball milling followed by consolidation via high-pressure torsion (HPT) at room temperature. The aim was to generate...

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in the development of multifunctional coatings for biomedical applications. These coatings have the potential to improve the biocompatibility, durability, and functionality of biomedical implant materials. Multifunctional coatings can provide a range of benefits, including enhanced biocompatibility...

In this study, the effect of production parameters on Ti-6Al-4V alloys fabricated using selective laser melting (SLM) and electron beam melting (EBM) techniques was investigated. Through the variation of energy volume (12.5, 25, 37.5 J mm−3), these two additive manufacturing methods were compared in terms of microstructure, mechanical, and corrosio...

Metal-doped TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) were elaborated by a sol–gel method using n-butoxide of titanium (IV) as precursors. The resulting NPs were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, and FTIR analysis. The SEM study shows the formation of a spher...

Metal-doped TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) were elaborated by a sol–gel method using n-butoxide of titanium (IV) as precursors. The resulting NPs were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD), Raman spectroscopy, and FTIR analysis. The SEM study shows the formation of a spher...

This paper presents a comprehensive study on the corrosion inhibition properties of new organic compounds, (1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)methanethiol (LF1) and 1-dodecyl-2-((dodecylthio)methyl)-1H-benzimidazole (LF2), have been examined for inhibiting of Carbon-Steel (C.S) in 1.0 M HCl. Numerous methods, such as potentiodynamic polarization, electrochemica...

This study investigates the impact of carbon quantum dots (CQDs) on the corrosion protection properties of sol-gel coating on AM60B alloy. CQDs were synthesised via microwave technique and characterised using Field Emission Scanning Electron Microscopy (FESEM), Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy (XPS),...

This study investigates synthesis, the in-vitro corrosion resistance and adhesion performance of PLA-based composite coatings reinforced with halloysite nanotubes (HNT) and zirconia (ZrO2) on beta-type Ti-30Zr-5Mo biomedical alloys. The coatings were synthesized using the sol-gel method and characterized for their surface morphology, chemical compo...

In this work, we tested the effectiveness of phenyl-1-propyl quinoxaline-2(1H)-one (PRQX), a novel quinoxaline analog, as a corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel (C-S) in a 1 M HCl electrolyte. Incorporating numerous techniques, such as scanning electron microscopy (SEM), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), energy dispersive X-ray spectros...

The photocatalytic performance of high entropy alloy (HEA) and its oxide form (high entropy oxide, HEO) have been evaluated in this study. The HEA, composed of Nb, Ta, Zr, Mo, and W powders, was synthesized through a mechanical alloying process for 120 h. This process was carried out under a high-purity Ar atmosphere to prevent oxidation. Subsequen...

The presence of heavy metals in fertilizers poses significant environmental and health risks, necessitating robust detection methods to ensure agricultural sustainability and food safety. This study focuses on synthesizing Na-P1 zeolite from coal fly ash and fumed silica wastes, employing it as a potent modifier in graphite electrodes to enhance th...

Methylene blue dye (MB), prevalent in textiles like cotton, wood, and silk, raises environmental and health concerns. This study presents a successful synthesis of a Bayerite/zeolite nanocomposite powder using fumed silica by-product and aluminum nitrate. Hydrothermal exploration of factors, including duration, temperature, and Al/Si ratios, reveal...

This study presents the production and comprehensive assessment of a Refractory High Entropy Alloy (RHEA) with a ZrNbTaMoW composition for possible usage nuclear reactor applications. The alloy was synthesized using the mechanical alloying (MA) method, and its radiation properties were examined. Elemental powders of Zr, Nb, Ta, Mo, and W were utili...

Süspansiyon burçları, araçların süspansiyon sistemlerinde önemli bir rol oynar. Bu burçlar, aracın süspansiyon parçalarını birbirine bağlayarak titreşimleri ve darbeleri absorbe eder. Ancak, zamanla kullanım ve çevresel faktörler nedeniyle bu burçlar korozyona uğrayabilir ve işlevselliğini kaybedebilir. Burç ürünlerinde korozyon oluşumunu etkileyen...

Despite the increasing interest in enhancing the electrochemical stability of Al alloys through protective coatings, the role of electron donor agents during coating formation remains poorly understood in terms of morphological control and anticorrosion properties in aqueous environments. In this context, 1H-Benzotriazole (BTA) was utilized as a pr...

The present research demonstrates an innovative investigation of environmentally friendly mild steel (M-steel) corrosion inhibition using the artemisia stems aqueous extract (ASAEx) as an inhibitor in hydrochloric acid 1 M. The standard extraction technique of hydrodistillation was used for producing the aqueous solutions of ASAEx. To assess the ra...

Compared to other metallic implant materials, titanium (Ti) alloys stand out with their advanced mechanical and highly biocompatible properties [1]. Different methods and materials are used to increase the limited bioactivity of Ti, and the first of these is the production of calcium-phosphate (Ca-P) based composites production [2]. However, low me...

The inhibitory effect of ethyl 2-(2-oxo-3-phenylquinoxalin-1(2H)-yl) acetate (PQXA) on the corrosion of carbon steel (CS35) in a 1 M HCl electrolyte was investigated using weight loss, potentiodynamic polarization (PDP), electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), surface morphology, and UV–visible spectroscopy techniques. Quantum chemical calcul...

The novelty of the work is to scrutinize for the first time the 4R,5S-2,4,5-tris(4-ethoxy-phenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole (TEPI) as a corrosion inhibitor for carbon steel (C35E) in the acidic medium. The inhibitory properties of TEPI were assessed through various methods, including electrochemical, spectroscopic, and surface analysis, as well as q...

In this paper, a new pyrazole derivative, namely, (2-(((3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-1-yl)methyl)amino)-5-nitrophenyl)(phenyl) methanone (2-DPM) was uniquely used as an inhibitor of corrosion for carbon steel (C-S) in acidic solution (1 M HCl). Numerous techniques include electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS), potentiodynamic polarization (PDP),...

The present research demonstrates an innovative investigation of a new pyrazol derivative (2-ben-zoyl-4-nitro-N-[(1H-pyrazol-1-yl)methyl]aniline (BNPMA)) as an inhibitor of carbon steel corrosion in molar hydrochloric acid. A variety of methods and techniques were used in our research to assess corrosion inhibition, including weight loss measuremen...

The inhibitory study of 4-(bis((1H-pyrazol-1-yl) methyl) amino) phenol (2PzH) and 4-(bis(3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-3-yl­meth­yl)­amino] phenol (2PzMe) on mild steel (M-S) corrosion in 1M HClaggressive medium was conducted via, electrochemical techniques, thermodynamic parameters, XPS...

In the present research, the inhibitive potency of (E)-1-(phenyldiazenyl)naphthalen-2-ol (EPNO) for carbon steel (CS) in molar HCl acid was investigated using potentiodynamic polarization (PDP) and electrochemical impedance spectroscopy (EIS). Based on the examination of Tafel data, it was revealed that EPNO displayed a mixed-type nature. EIS plots...

Severe plastic deformation (SPD) techniques have been used extensively over the past 40 years for producing strong metals and alloys. High-pressure torsion (HPT) is one of the most promising SPD techniques for achieving high strength through nanoscale grain refinement and phase transformation. In this research, a mixture of pure zinc (Zn) and magne...

This study aims to evaluate the influence of a novel hydrothermal parameter, liquor/(Si/Al) ratio, on the crystallization of zeolite from fumed silica and fly ash by applying the Taguchi methodology. Template concentration, duration treatment, and crystallization temperature were adjusted to improve zeolitization yield. The resulting products were...

Undoubtedly, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is one of the most produced synthetic polymers globally and is used in all areas of life. Its general structure consists of hydrocarbon and chloride as well known. The main reasons for its widespread use in our life are low production cost, high mechanical strength, and chemical stability. The PVCs have signifi...

The incorporation of metal oxides onto two-dimensional layered siloxene has emerged as an efficient method to expand possible applications in various fields. However, the interfacial polarization occurring in siloxene nanosheets (SiNSs) and their combination with a metal oxide remains unexplored. In this study, flower-like spherical zinc oxide (ZnO...

CoCrFeNi alloy is the most well-known four-component equiatomic alloy. In addition, it has a low-cost composition among HEAs. Four-component alloys are considered semi-HEAs. Therefore, a five-component HEA design was made by adding another metal to the main composition of CoCrFeNi. As the fifth metal, two metals such as Al and Ti, which are relativ...

In the field of nanotechnology, titanium dioxide nanotubes (TiO2 NTs) are one of the most valued inventions. They were discovered in 1996, and have since been used in several fields including photocatalytic degradation of pollutants, hydrogen production, and dye-sensitized solar cells. This review provides a comprehensive overview of TiO2 NTs and t...

Nowadays, emphasis on metallic materials, coating materials, and coating technology to improve osseointegration and increase the lifespan of biological fixation prostheses has become a topic of great interest in the field of prosthetic research. Many published studies showed that the bioactivity-coated surfaces increase the implant–tissue compatibi...

It is well known that the surface of metal-based implants is very resistive in aggressive body environments due to the noble oxide layer naturally formed on their surfaces. However, their osseointegration properties are very low. By the way, specific cells attached are desired on the implant surface when the surface of an implant connects with tiss...

This study aims to inspect the effect of hydrothermal parameters on the zeolitization of coal fly ash and fumed silica using the L9 orthogonal Taguchi method. The Si/Al ratio, NaOH concentration, synthesis time, and hydrothermal temperature were considered as the operational parameters. The formed crystals were examined using XRD, FTIR, SEM–EDX, TG...

Magnesium alloys have excellent biodegradability but suffer from high corrosion rates and unfavorable biological responses. Thus, a surface modification strategy to regulate the corrosion rate and enhance biocompatibility is required. In this study, pure Mg substrate surfaces were coated with strontium apatite (SrAp) and graphene oxide (GO) biocomp...

In this study, the applicability of hydroxyapatite (HA) coatings on Al-Cu-Mg alloys (Al2024) was investigated by electrochemical techniques. The structural characterizations of the coated layers were investigated by SEM, EDS, and XRD equipment. The surface adhesion resistance and electrochemical degradation behavior were tested by scratch and poten...

To protect the AM60B magnesium alloy from corrosion, a sol—gel coating containing hydroxylated g-C3N4 nanoplates was applied. The chemical composition of the hydroxylated g-C3N4 nanoplates was investigated using X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS). The hydroxylation process did not affect the crystal size, specific surface area, pore volume, ave...

In this study, the influence of the high-pressure torsion (HPT) processing parameters and solution treatment (ST) on the corrosion and tribocorrosion behavior of CoCrMo (CCM) alloys was investigated for possible usage in biomedical applications. The corrosion behavior of the CCM alloys was investigated by using potentiodynamic scanning (PDS) and el...

β-type Ti29Nb13Ta4.6Zr (TNTZ) alloy is a new-generation alloy that does not contain toxic/allergic elements. The alloys have low Young's modulus (⁓60 GPa) close to the cortical bone, providing excellent biocompatibility over familiar commercial CP Ti or Ti6Al4V ELI. Different macro/micro-machining methods can be used to obtain the final shape of Ti...

Titanium dioxide nanotubes (TiO2 NTs) were prepared by electrochemical anodizing of a pure titanium foil in glycerol-distilled water containing ammonium fluoride. The diameters and tube length of TiO2 NTs are controlled by tailoring of the anodization time. Synthesized NTs have been characterized by using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), X-ray p...

Zinc hydroxide sulphate (ZHS) nanoplates were synthesized and then characterized by various methods, including field-emission electron microscopy (FESEM), Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR), X-ray photoelectron microscopy (XPS), thermal gravimetric analysis (TGA), and the Brunauer–Emmett–Teller (BET) theory. Then, the synthesized ZHS na...

In this study, plant ethanolic extract OCEE (Origanum Compactum Ethanolic Extract), a promising natural product with a cheap cost, was used as a green and sustainable mild steel corrosion inhibitor in a 1 M HCl solution. Chemical, electrochemical, surface analysis, and quantum chemical calculations were used to examine the inhibitory efficacy of OC...

A novel inorganic-organic layer with outstanding corrosion resistance in a 3.5 w.% NaCl solution was fabricated by taking advantage of the unique interactions between coumarin (COM) molecules and the porous layer formed on Mg alloy. To achieve this aim, the AZ31 Mg alloy coated via microarc oxidation (MAO) coating was placed in an ethanolic solutio...

It is well known that high entropy alloys (HEAs) have a wide range of potential applications as radiation shielding due to their superior properties. The CoNiFeCr-Ti/Al compositions were chosen for their low cost as HEA in this study. The HEAs were successfully produced using the mechanical alloying (MA) method with equimolar CoNiFeCr, CoNiFeCrAl,...

In this study, copper (Cu) and silver (Ag)–doped TiO2 nanotubes were fabricated by in situ anodization method to improve their photocatalytic performance. The resulting nanotubes (NTs) were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), X-ray diffraction (XRD)...

The formation of inorganic-organic hybrids (IOH) on the metallic substrates would play a decisive role in improving their structural and functional features. In this work, the growth of organic coating (OC) consisting of coumarin-3-carboxylic acid (3-CCA) and albumin (ALB) on the inorganic layer (IC), produced by plasma electrolysis of AZ31 Mg allo...

The effect of Hydroxyapatite (HA)-based coatings reinforced with reduced graphene oxide (rGO) on porous-Ti6Al4V (P-Ti6Al4V) alloys in terms of electrochemical corrosion and cell viability for potential biomedical applications was investigated in this study. The scaffold-porous surfaces of P-Ti6Al4V were coated by the biocomposite structure of HA an...

Silicon is one of the most used materials in semiconductors and electronic devices. Its miniaturization in two-dimensional (2D) scale is now a great challenge to improve and/or extend its application in many practical fields. Layered siloxene nanosheet (SiNS), a derived 2D silicon material with-H and-OH functional groups synthesized from calcium di...

In this study, copper (Cu) and silver (Ag)–doped TiO2 nanotubes were fabricated by in situ anodization method to improve their photocatalytic performance. The resulting nanotubes (NTs) were characterized by scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX), X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy (XPS), X-ray diffraction (XRD)...

In this work, a high-density alumina layer with high chemical stability was successfully developed by controlling the hydrolysis of hexafluorosilicate (SiF62−) anions through the addition of various concentrations of sodium citrate (SCi) into the electrolyte of plasma electrolysis (PE). To achieve this aim, the substrate samples were anodized in al...

Ti-based scaffolds reinforced with zirconia and hydroxyapatite were produced successfully by a hybrid method with an eco-friendliness and low cost to obtain low elastic modulus (E) with sufficient physical, electrochemical and biological properties. The effect of simultaneous modification of the volume fraction of hydroxyapatite (HA) and zirconia (...

In this study, oxide coatings were grown by plasma electrolytic oxidation (PEO) process to enhance the corrosion resistance of the AA7075 alloys. The effect of process parameters on the corrosion resistance of PEO-treated AA7075 alloys was investigated systematically by the Taguchi analysis method the means of the three-level effects of four factor...

This work looked into the formation of a hybrid composite coating composed of strontium-doped hydroxyapatite (HA) and graphene oxide (GO) on the surface of β-type TiNbTaZr (TNTZ) alloy via a green hydrothermal method. To achieve this goal, various GO concentrations, 1.5, 3.0, and 4.5 wt%, were added to autoclave linked solution. The inclusion of GO...

The addition of small quantities (-5 wt pct) layered silicates into polymer materials has the potential to greatly increase the modulus without adversely affecting the toughness or processability of the composite. The effect of microstructural features in the polymer nanocomposite and their possible effects on the mechanical properties with particu...

An engineer is a professional who is involved in series of processes from designing to testing products. Engineers are experts in their specific fields and are constantly innovating and maintaining a variety of machines, structures, and data systems. However, the technology areas have expanded so much that engineers are now responsible for many soc...

The unique interactions between hexadecanoic acid (HA) and albumin (ALB) molecules on the surface of the porous layer of AZ31 Mg alloy were exploited to fabricate a novel hybrid composite film with excellent electrochemical stability in a 3.5 wt.% NaCl solution. Herein, the inorganic layer (IL) obtained by plasma electrolytic oxidation of AZ31 Mg a...

Latex rubber is widely used in elastomeric applications due to its low cost, nontoxicity, good stretchability, and eco-friendly properties. Latex is available in nature but it is also commonly prepared synthetically. Natural latex rubber has extreme elongation, tear resiliency, and durability properties compared to synthetic rubber. However, natura...

Polylactic acid (PLA)/silica composites as multifunctional high-performance materials have been extensively examined in the past few years by virtue of their outstanding properties relative to neat PLA. The fabrication methods, such as melt-mixing, sol–gel, and in situ polymerization, as well as the surface functionalization of silica, used to impr...

In this study, an attempt was made to manufacture an AZ31–Al5005 laminated composite by explosive welding. A mixture of ammonium nitrate (90%), fuel oil (5%), and TNT (5%) was used as the explosive. The detonation velocity of the explosive material was approximately 3100 m•s⁻¹. The microstructure and mechanical and corrosion properties of the joint...

Processing of titanium (Ti)-based implants with improved corrosion resistance and Young’s modulus close to that of cortical bone are receiving considerable attention in orthopedic and dental applications. Therefore, Ti matrix, hydroxyapatite (HA) and hydroxyapatite-zirconia (HA+ZrO2) reinforced composites were successfully produced using powder met...

Recently, titanium and its alloys have remarkable interest for researchers due to their advanced mechanical, surface and biological properties. Researchers are investigating new materials, especially in the field of health, and perhaps material design is the most important criteria that exhibit the low Young’s modulus of bone. Along with these crit...