Microstructure and tensile properties of Ti-62421S alloy plate with different annealing treatments

Ti-62421 S(Ti-6 Al-2 Sn-4 Zr-2 Nb-1 Mo-0.2 Si)is a novel short-time using high-temperature titanium alloy.The effects of annealing on microstructure and tensile properties of Ti-62421 S alloy plate were studied through optical microscopy(OM), electron probe microanalysis(EPMA), transmission electron microscopy(TEM), and tensile tests. The results show that, with annealing temperature increasing, the volume fraction of primary α(α_p)-phase decreases while that of transformed β(β_t)-structure and secondary α(α_s)-phase increases. The room-temperature strength and plasticity are insensitive to annealing temperature. However, with annealing temperature increasing, the tensile strength decreases at 550 ℃, while increases at 600 and 650 ℃ instead. It is suggested that, at550 ℃, the strengthening mechanism is mainly boundary strengthening and the biggest contributor is α_p-phase by providing α_p/β-boundary area. Above 600 ℃, the strengthening mechanism is grain strengthening, where α_sphase strengthens the β-phase.     

基于DIC方法的TC4钛合金高温拉伸试验

通过搭建基于DIC方法的高温拉伸试验系统,结合材料力学测试技术,开展了TC4钛合金高温拉伸试验,获得了TC4钛合金在23、100、200、250、300和350℃下的拉伸性能和应力-应变曲线等数据.结果表明:TC4钛合金的抗拉强度、条件屈服强度和弹性模量随着试验温度的升高而不断降低,350℃时其保持率分别为68.9％、...     

Ti-55钛合金超塑性板材的显微组织与力学性能

将二次真空自耗熔炼的Ti-55钛合金铸锭轧制成1.2mm厚的薄板,研究Ti-55钛合金超塑性板材的显微组织与力学性能。结果表明,显微组织均匀,晶粒极细的Ti-55钛合金超塑性板材,具有良好的室温拉伸性能和超塑性能。超塑性拉伸试验表明,在一定的变形温度范围(880～920℃)与变形速率(1.4×10~(-3)s~(-1))下,Ti-55钛合金板材超塑性伸长率可达到700%以上。     

Ti-25V-15Cr-2Al-0.2C合金的组织、性能及其变形机制

对Ti-25V-15Cr-2Al-0．2C阻燃β钛合金的微观组织、拉伸性能和变形机制进行了研究。结果表明：(Ti，V)C和α相是β基体上的2种主要析出相；高温长期热暴露(540℃，100h)后的合金晶界上形成连续的α膜，其塑性因此急剧下降；β基体在热暴露过程中发生微弱的短程有序化(SRO)转变，这在一定程度上破坏了合金的热稳定塑性；该合金室温变形以普通位错滑移为主要形变机制，热暴露后的变形结构中出现少量平面滑移带，位错的交滑移和攀移是合金540℃高温变形的重要形变机制。     

TC18钛合金电子束熔丝成形送丝工艺与显微组织性能

利用电子束熔丝成形(EBRM)技术制备了TC18钛合金试样,研究了相同热处理工艺条件下,不同送丝方式对电子束熔丝成形TC18钛合金组织与性能的影响。结果表明:电子束熔丝成形件经热处理后,2种工艺对应的宏观组织均为异常粗大的β柱状晶,但是单丝工艺晶粒尺寸较双丝工艺细小;2种工艺成形后显微组织均为片状初生α相、β转变组织及晶界α相,单丝片状初生α相含量多于双丝,且片间距小于双丝;单丝工艺对应的塑性及稳定性均高于双丝,强度略低于双丝。     

Microstructure and high-temperature tensile property of TiAl alloy produced by selective electron beam melting

The microstructure and high-temperature tensile property of a Ti-47Al-2Cr-2Nb alloy fabricated via selec-tive electron beam melting (SEBM) with hatch spacings o...     

Microstructure changes during non-conventional heat treatment of thin Ni–Ti wires by pulsed electric current studied by transmission electron microscopy

Transmission electron microscopy, electrical resistivity measurements and mechanical testing were employed to investigate the evolution of microstructure and functional superelastic properties of 0.1 mm diameter as-drawn Ni–Ti wires subjected to a non-conventional heat treatment by controlled electric pulse currents. This method enables a better control of the recovery and recrystallization processes taking place during the heat treatment and accordingly a better control on the final microstructure. Using a stepwise approach of millisecond pulse annealing, it is shown how the microstructure evolves from a severely deformed state with no functional properties to an optimal nanograined microstructure (20–50 nm) that is partially recovered through polygonization and partially recrystallized and that has the best functional properties. Such a microstructure is highly resistant against dislocation slip upon cycling, while microstructures annealed for longer times and showing mostly recrystallized grains were prone to dislocation slip, particularly as the grain size exceeds 200 nm.     

医用Ti-15Mo-3Nb合金稳定化处理过程中的组织性能

对医用Ti-15Mo-3Nb合金熔炼、锻造、热处理过程中发生的组织和性能的变化进行的研究。并结合相图与JMatPro-4.0软件的模拟结果来确定再结晶退火温度。结果表明,铸态和锻态下的Ti-15Mo-3Nb医用β钛合金的组织和性能很不稳定,不适合直接用于临床。该合金经再结晶退火或固溶时效处理后,合金组织均被细化,抗压强度提高,且再结晶退火后,该合金的压缩弹性模量为19.4 GPa,与人体密质骨的(17-18.9GPa)最为接近,更能满足其作为植入体对生物力学适应性的要求。     

Microstructure characterization and tensile properties of a Ni-containing TiAl-based alloy with heat treatment

The effects of Ni addition on solidification micro structure and tensile properties of Ti-48Al-2Cr-2Nb alloy were investigated using differential scanning calorimetry(DSC),X-ray diffraction(XRD),scanning electron microscopy(SEM) equipped with energy-dispersive spectroscope(EDS) and transmission electron microscopy(TEM).Results show that with 3 at%Ni addition,the as-cast micro structure is mainly composed of fine lamellar colonies(~50 μm),γ grains and Ni-ridied τ_3 phase.After heat treatment at 1380℃,the Ni-containing alloy is characterized by fine fully lamellar micro structure(~90 μm).The heat-treated Ni-containing specimen exhibits superior room temperature tensile properties than other specimens.The tensile properties are discussed in light of the microstructure evolution and role of Ni-riched τ_3 phase.     

Microstructure evolution and tensile properties of friction-stir-welded AM50 magnesium alloy

Friction stir welding(FSW) technique was utilized to weld cast AM50 magnesium alloy plates.The microstructures in the base metal(BM) and the weld joint were observed by optical microscopy.The mechanical properties were investigated by using hardness measurement and tensile test,and the fractographs were observed by scanning electron microscopy.The results show that the microstructure of the base material was characterized by bulk primaryαphase,α-matrix and intermetallic compoundβ(or Mg_(17)Al_(12)),and t...     

Microstructure, mechanical, and anticorrosive properties of a new Ti-20Nb-10Zr-5Ta alloy based on nontoxic and nonallergenic elements

For an alloy to be suitable for use as an implant material, it must have a low specific weight and Young??s modulus, good mechanical properties that are similar to those of bone, and very good corrosion resistance and biocompatibility. In this study, we have developed a novel Ti-20Nb-10Zr-5Ta alloy that is composed of nontoxic, nonallergenic, corrosion-resistant elements. This alloy has low specific weight and Young??s modulus and good mechanical properties. It has a fine microstructure with a matrix that is mainly composed of the ?? phase and some ?? phase due to recrystallization during cooling. It shows elastoplastic behavior with a fairly linear elastic behavior and low Young??s modulus (59 GPa). In addition, its ultimate tensile strength, 0.2% yield strength, and hardness are higher than those of CP Ti, commercial Ti-6Al-4V, and similar ??-type alloys. It exhibited a very stable passive state and its electrochemical parameters and corrosion and ion release rates were better than those of CP Ti in Ringer??s solutions of different pH values that simulate the severe functional conditions of an implant; this is attributable to the beneficial influence of the alloying elements and to the better protective properties of the coated passive film.     

Microstructure and tensile properties of thixo-diecast AZ91D magnesium alloy

The thixo-diecasting （TDC） process is the combination of semi-solid billet preparation technology and die casting technology. The TDC process not only keeps the characteristics of thixo-forming but also has high efficiency and low cost. In the present work, the microstructures and mechanical properties of an AZ91D magnesium alloy prepared by the thixo-diecasting （TDC） process were characterized in as-cast condition. The TDC alloy produced exhibits a unique microstructure containing a-Mg solid solution and/3-Mg~TAI~2 intermetallic compound, and there are some small droplets and a small gray globule with eutectic structure in the primary a-Mg grains. The ultimate tensile strength and elongation of the TDC alloy also increase in comparison with other processes, such as thixocasting. Fracture surface observation shows that a crack mainly originates from the brittle fracture of the eutectic phases. The deformation of ductile a-Mg phase provides the TDC alloy with the main strain.     

Microstructure and tensile properties of squeeze cast magnesium alloy AM50

High-pressure die cast magnesium alloy AM50 is currently used extensively in large and complex shaped thin-wall automotive components. For further expansion of the alloy usage in automobiles, novelmanufacturing processes need to be developed. In this study, squeeze casting of AM50 alloy with a relatively thick cross section was carried out using a hydraulic press with an applied pressure of 70 MPa. Microstructure and mechanical properties of the squeeze cast AM50 with a cross-section thickness of 10 mm were characterized in comparison with the die cast counterpart. The squeeze cast AM50 alloy exhibits virtually no porosity in the microstructure as evaluated by both optical microscopy and the density measurement technique. The results of tensile testing indicate the improved tensile properties, specifically ultimate tensile strength and elongation, for the squeeze cast samples over the conventional high-pressure die cast parts. The analysis of tensile behavior show that the strain-hardening rate during the plastic deformation of the squeeze cast specimens is constantly higher than that of the die cast specimens. The scanning electron microscopy fractography evidently reveals the ductile fracture features of the squeeze cast alloy AM50.     

TIG电弧增材制造5356铝合金微观组织与拉伸性能

针对TIG电弧增材制造5356铝合金试样不同区域微观组织及性能变化开展研究.结果表明,试样结合层与沉积层水平交替呈现,底部区域沉积层宽度最大(～2.4 mm),中间稳定区最小(～1.6 mm);沉积层组织均以等轴晶为主,在灰色基体上弥散分布黑色β-Al3Mg2第二相,并伴有少量Mg2Si和(FeMn)Al6金属间化合物,结合层存在大量气孔及缩孔等缺陷;底部区域沉积层晶粒尺度最小,而结合层缺陷最多.不同区域水平方向强塑性无明显差异(R m=274 MPa, A=32.3%),垂直方向强度与水平方向近似相等,但断后伸长率下降到26%,两个方向拉伸断口均以等轴韧窝为主.3个区域沉积层硬度值稳定,底部沉积层硬度值略高于其余区域,而结合层硬度值波动明显.     

Microstructure and tensile properties of magnesium alloy modified by Si/Ca based refiner

Microstructure and mechanical properties of pure magnesium and AZ31 alloy with Ca/Si based refiner addition were investigated. The results indicate that addition of Ca/Si based refiners to pure magnesium and AZ31 alloy results in remarkable microstructure refinement. With proper amount of refiner addition, the grain size in as cast ingots can be one order of magnitude lower than that without refiner addition. Small amount of refiner addition to AZ31 alloy increases both ultimate strength and yield strength significantly,while the ductility of the alloy with refiner addition is similar to that without refiner addition. Addition of refiner improves the deformability of AZ31 alloy and extruded or hot rolled specimens （rods or sheets） with refiner addition exhibit higher surface quality and mechanical properties than those without refiner addition.     

Specimen preparation of aluminum alloy powders for transmission electron microscopy

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Ti-23Al-17Nb合金锻制饼材的组织与性能

在α2+B2相区制作Ti-23Al-17Nb合金饼材,观察饼材纵断面不同区域的微观组织.对沿径向截取的拉伸试样进行不同固溶温度+850 ℃、16 h、AC时效处理,测试其拉伸性能.对最佳热处理制度处理试样进行不同温度拉伸性能,600 ℃和650 ℃持久性能和650 ℃,100 h热暴露的稳定性等进行测试.结果表明:采用该工艺制作的饼材的组织比自由锻饼材的组织更均匀;经(1 040 ℃,2 h,AC)+(850 ℃,16 h,AC)热处理后,饼材的综合性能良好,可作为航空和航天等领域的备选用材.     

电子束焊接Ti-6Al-4V合金的准静态和动态拉伸行为

利用传统拉伸试验机和霍普金森（Hopkinson）拉杆实验装置研究电子束焊接的Ti-6Al-4V合金在应变率为10-3和103s-1时的准静态和动态拉伸行为,利用光学显微镜和扫描电子显微镜观察基体材料和焊缝材料的微观组织,研究基体材料和焊接材料在拉伸实验后的断裂特征。结果表明：在应变率分别为10-3和103s-1的条件下,焊缝材料的强度明显高于基体材料,焊缝材料的伸长率低于基体材料。同时,焊缝材料和基体材料均为应变率敏感材料;当应变率从10-3上升到103s-1时,焊缝材料的伸长率明显提高,而基体材料的伸长率基本没有变化;焊缝材料的断裂模式由脆性断裂转向韧性断裂,造成从准静态加载条件到动态加载条件下焊缝材料伸长率的提高。     

Mapping nanoscale wear field by combined atomic force microscopy and digital image correlation techniques

Surface wear of coatings occurring at extremely low loads and in nanocontacts is of great importance for the development and the reliability of structural/functional nanocomponents in micro/nanoelectromechanical systems. To date, appropriate tools for mapping the nanoscale wear of thin coatings are still lacking. In this study, a new method combining atomic force microscopy (AFM) and digital image correlation (DIC) techniques has been developed and applied for the determination and visualization of the nanoscale wear of a gold coating. It has been shown that the initiation and development of nanowear, which is usually difficult to detect directly from AFM topographical images, can be efficiently revealed by monitoring the correlation coefficient change in DIC analysis. A linear relation between the correlation coefficient and the wear depth is found and may be used to quantify the nanowear. The nanowear of gold coating is dominated by material removal without any plastic deformation.