The design of multilayered structure is a promising way to tailor the microstructure and properties of the hard coatings. In this study, AlCrN, AlTiSiN and nano-multilayer AlCrN/AlTiSiN coatings were deposited and their microstructure, mechanical, oxidation and cutting properties were comparatively investigated. The results showed that the AlCrN/AlTiSiN coating, possessing two phase and denser microstructure, showed improved hardness (39.4 GPa) and adhesion strength, as compared with the AlCrN and AlTiSiN coatings. The AlCrN/AlTiSiN coating als...
