Mr. Weihai Xue is affiliated with the prestigious Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences, which indicates a strong educational foundation in materials science and engineering 
. Although his exact academic degrees are not detailed, his prolific contributions to high-impact journals and experimental research suggest he holds postgraduate-level training, likely including a master’s or Ph.D. in tribology, surface engineering, or materials physics 
. His expertise in wear resistance, coatings, and erosion mechanics demonstrates advanced knowledge developed through intensive academic and laboratory experience 
, establishing him as a well-trained and competent researcher.
Experience
Mr. Weihai Xue is a research scientist at the Institute of Metal Research, Chinese Academy of Sciences
. His expertise lies in surface engineering, material protection, and advanced coating technologies 
. He actively collaborates with industrial and academic partners to develop high-performance coatings for aerospace and renewable energy applications 
. His work addresses extreme conditions such as high-temperature wear, corrosion, and droplet erosion 
. Mr. Xue contributes significantly through hands-on experimentation, scientific analysis, and impactful publications 
. His experience reflects innovation, technical excellence, and dedication to solving real-world engineering challenges 
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Research Focus
Mr. Weihai Xue’s research focuses on surface engineering, material protection, and erosion mechanisms in harsh environments such as high-speed impact and corrosive conditions 
. He investigates fretting wear, anti-corrosive coatings, and erosion resistance in both metallic and polymer materials 
. His work is highly relevant to aerospace and renewable energy applications 
. Using advanced microscopy and profilometry 
, he explores the relationship between coating composition and mechanical behavior. His goal is to develop durable coatings that prevent damage, extend service life, and improve material performance in real-world industrial conditions 
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Publications
Study on Fretting Wear Behavior of Titanium Alloys Sliding Against Various Friction Pair Materials at Room Temperature for Aero-Engine Applications
Authors: Abdur Razzak, Sixiang Wang, Weihai Xue, Siyang Gao, Deli Duan
Journal: Journal of Bio- and Tribo-Corrosion (2025)
Effect of Sliding Speed on Anti-aluminium Adhesion Behaviour of TiB₂ Deposited on Titanium Alloy under High Temperature
Authors: Bi Wu, Siyang Gao, Weihai Xue, Shu Li, Deli Duan
Journal: Surface Technology (2025)
A Comparative Study of the Differences in Microstructure and Properties of Tribo-Layers of DD5 Nickel-Based Single-Crystal Superalloys Caused by External Heat and Friction Heat in Dry Sliding Wear
Authors: Shuai Yang, Siyang Gao, Weihai Xue, Wenfeng Yu, Deli Duan
Journal: Wear (2025)
Oxidation, Hot Corrosion, and Interdiffusion Behavior of NiAlTa Coating by Electro-Spark Deposition
Authors: Shuai Yang, Siyang Gao, Weihai Xue, Bi Wu, Deli Duan
Journal: Rare Metals (2025)
Preparation of Protective Coatings for the Leading Edge of Wind Turbine Blades and Investigation of Their Water Droplet Erosion Behavior
Authors: Zilong Zheng, Haijing Sun, Weihai Xue, Xin Zhou, Jie Sun
Journal: Wear (2024)