Electrosynthesis of zirconium boride from cryolite-alumina melts containing zirconium and boron oxides

Electrosynthesis of zirconium boride from cryolite-alumina melts containing zirconium and boron oxides is studied. A thermodynamic estimate of the synthesis feasibility and cyclic voltammetry data prove that the synthesis involves one stage. Electrolytic ZrB2 coatings on nickel are obtained.