“…An approach to cope better with mentioned problems is the use of functionally graded structure of HA-TiO 2 coatings with gradient composition of 100% TiO 2 at the interface and 100% HA at the coating surface (Farnoush et al, 2015a). By introducing the concept of a functionally graded material (FGM) in the coating, sharp change in thermal expansion behavior at the coating-substrate interface can be improved by gradual distribution of thermal stresses (Askari et al, 2012;Cannillo et al, 2008;Cannillo et al, 2009;Hvizdoš et al, 2007;Kaya, 2003;Zarabian et al, 2013). As a result, it would eliminate the microcracks formed during sintering and access higher interfacial bonding strength.…”