Abstract:
The state of the art in ion implantation of superelastic NiTi shape memory alloys is analyzed. Various technological applications of the shape memory effect are outlined. The principles of and instruments for ion implantation are described. Specific features of the technique as a method for modification of surface layers in surface engineering are considered. Key properties of shape memory alloys and problems in utilization of ion implantation to improve such properties of shape memory alloy surfaces as corrosion stability, friction coefficient, wear resistance, \it{etc}. are discussed. Bibliography — 162 references.