Gradient microstructures strengthened by serrated Grain Boundaries(GBs)were achieved through a combination of Gradient Strain Deformation(GSD)and Serration Heat Treatment(SHT),with particular focus on microstructural ...Gradient microstructures strengthened by serrated Grain Boundaries(GBs)were achieved through a combination of Gradient Strain Deformation(GSD)and Serration Heat Treatment(SHT),with particular focus on microstructural evolution,underlying mechanisms,and the critical influencing factors.Dynamic recrystallization governed the microstructural evolution in the fine-grained and transition regions during GSD,where multiple nucleation mechanisms were active.Plastic deformation facilitated the dissolution ofγ'phase in fine-grained regions,ultimately resulting in its morphological transformation.During the subsequent SHT,serrated GBs formed within the gradient microstructures produced by prior GSD without disrupting the grain size gradient,thereby enhancing creep resistance.Two distinct mechanisms associated withγ'gbparticles governed the formation of the serrations at GBs.Owing to the stronger dragging effect of grain boundary junctions in fine-grained regions,the amplitude and wavelength of serrations in these regions were smaller than those in coarse-grained regions.Moreover,the formation of serrations exhibited a strong dependence on the inherent properties of the GBs.The random high-angle grain boundaries(HAGBs)with misorientation angles in the range of 30-59°tended to become serrated more easily during SHT due to their high mobility and the accelerated precipitation ofγ'gbparticles at them.Low-ΣHAGBs and low-angle GBs were not prone to form serrations.In particular,serration formation was completely inhibited atΣ3 twin boundaries due to their extremely low mobility and the absence ofγ'gbparticles.展开更多
A full-sectional microstructure characterization method was developed to investigate the formation of coarse slag rims during the continuous casting of hypo-peritectic steel.The cross-sectional microstructural analysi...A full-sectional microstructure characterization method was developed to investigate the formation of coarse slag rims during the continuous casting of hypo-peritectic steel.The cross-sectional microstructural analysis of typical slag rims for two highly crystalline powders revealed that their formation was primarily driven by the solidification of the liquid slag.Distinct differences were observed in the microstructures of slag rims from the two powders.Powder A(characterized by a higher breaking temperature and viscosity)displayed alternating lamellar microstructures of coarse and fine phases,with the coarse phases composed of akermanite-gehlenite transition phases.In contrast,powder B(with a lower breaking temperature and viscosity)predominantly comprised regular akermanite-gehlenite crystals interspersed with a certain amount of glassy phases.Numerical simulations of a three-phase fluid flow coupled with heat transfer indicate that slag rim formation correlates with mold oscillation.Solidification of the liquid slag at the slag rim front predominantly occurs during the negative stroke of the mold oscillation.The average heating rate during the ascending stage of the mold reaches approximately 100 K·s−1,whereas the average cooling rate during the descending stage attains 400 K·s−1.This temperature variation leads to the formation of lamellar microstructures,whereas the ascending stage promotes the formation of coarse structures and thicker slag rims.Based on the powder properties,two distinct formation pathways exist for highly crystalline mold powders.For the powders with a higher breaking temperature,higher viscosity,and narrower solidification range(powder A),coarse microstructures and thicker slag rims were preferentially formed.For powders with lower breaking temperature and viscosity and wider solidification ranges(powder B),the liquid slag resisted rapid solidification,and the extended mushy zone allowed the partial liquid slag to persist at the slag rim front,promoting the formation of a thin slag rim.This study enhances the understanding of slag rim formation in highly crystalline mold powders and provides critical insights into the control of longitudinal surface cracks in hypo-peritectic steel.展开更多
In this study,vacuum laser-engineered directed energy deposition(V-LDED)was employed to fabricate CoCrFeNiTix(x=0.1,0.2,0.3)high-entropy alloys(HEAs)by strategically mixing equiatomic pre-alloyed CoCrFeNi and CoCrF...In this study,vacuum laser-engineered directed energy deposition(V-LDED)was employed to fabricate CoCrFeNiTix(x=0.1,0.2,0.3)high-entropy alloys(HEAs)by strategically mixing equiatomic pre-alloyed CoCrFeNi and CoCrFeNiTi powders.With increas-ing Ti content,the lattice distortion of the HEAs intensified,grains were refined,and precipitate content increased;however,the face-centered cubic(FCC)structure remained the predominant structure.The strength and plasticity of the HEAs initially increased and then decreased with the addition of Ti.The CoCrFeNiTi0.3(Ti0.3)alloy exhibited the best mechanical properties,with a tensile yield strength(TYS)of 604 MPa,an ultimate tensile strength(UTS)of 882 MPa,and a plastic elongation of 13.5%.Compared to the Ti-free alloy,the TYS and UTS were increased by 124%and 83%,respectively.The CoCrFeNiTi0.2(Ti0.2)alloy showed the best corrosion resistance with the corrosion potential(Ecorr),corrosion current density(Icorr),passivated film resistor(Rc),and charge transfer resistance(Rct)values of-0.208 V,4.889×10-7A/cm2,7.03×103Ω/cm2,and 8.50×105Ω/cm2,respectively.The addition of Ti increased the Cr and Ti contents in the passive film,which are easily passivated elements.The multiple effects of Ti on the corrosion resistance were mainly attributed to the formation and composition of the passive film and density of the precipitates.展开更多
Inertial confinement fusion(ICF)requires a constant search for the most effective materials to improve the efficiency of compression of the capsule and of laser-to-target energy transfer.Foams could provide a solution...Inertial confinement fusion(ICF)requires a constant search for the most effective materials to improve the efficiency of compression of the capsule and of laser-to-target energy transfer.Foams could provide a solution,but they require further experimental and theoretical investigation.The new 3D-printing technologies,such as two-photon polymerization,are opening a new era in the production of foams,allowing fine control of material morphology.Very few detailed studies of the interaction of foams with high-power lasers in regimes relevant for ICF have been described in the literature to date,and more investigation is needed.In this work,we present the results of an experimental campaign performed at the ABC laser facility at ENEA Centro Ricerche Frascati in which 3D-printed microstructured materials were irradiated at high power.3D simulations of the laser-target interaction performed with the FLASH code reveal that the laser is scattered by plasma density gradients and channeled into the structure when the center of the focal spot is on the through hole.The time required for the laser to completely ablate the structure given by the simulations is in good agreement with the experimental measurement.Measurements of the reflected and transmitted laser light indicate that scattering occurred during the irradiation,in accordance with the simulations.Two-plasmon decay has also been found to be active during irradiation.展开更多
Mg-10Gd-Zr(G10K,wt.%)is a commonly used high-performance magnesium-rare earth alloy that has demonstrated good suitability for additive manufacturing processes.However,the formability and microstructures need to be fu...Mg-10Gd-Zr(G10K,wt.%)is a commonly used high-performance magnesium-rare earth alloy that has demonstrated good suitability for additive manufacturing processes.However,the formability and microstructures need to be further explored for its engineering application.This study presents a systematic and in-depth investigation of the defects,microstructural characteristics,and mechanical properties of G10K alloy fabricated by laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)as a function of processing parameters.A 3D forming space for LPBF-G10K alloy is constructed by adopting laser beam diameter as the third variant other than laser power and scanning speed.With a laser beam diameter of 120μm,the fluctuation of the melt pool is minimized,leading to the suppression of gas porosities and balling defects,and thus the expansion of forming zone of the alloy as compared to laser beam diameters of 100 or 140μm.LPBF-G10K alloy under the optimal processing parameter consists of a heterogeneous microstructure of coarse and fine grains.The formation of abnormal lamellar structures in the coarse grains at the middle of melt pools is attributed to the planar growth along laser scanning direction.The lamellar coarse grains provide strength in the alloy due to texture-strengthening effect,while plastic deformation is primarily accommodated by equiaxed grains.These findings are instrumental for application and future modification of the LPBF-G10K alloy.展开更多
Additive friction stir deposition(AFSD),as an advanced solid-state additive manufacturing technique,offers significant potential for fabricating large-scale engineering structural components.In this study,Mg-xAl-1Zn-0...Additive friction stir deposition(AFSD),as an advanced solid-state additive manufacturing technique,offers significant potential for fabricating large-scale engineering structural components.In this study,Mg-xAl-1Zn-0.5Mn(x=3,6,and 9 wt.%)alloys were fabricated via AFSD.And the effect of Al content on the microstructural evolution,mechanical properties,and fracture behavior was systematically investigated.The results reveal that all AFSD AZ series Mg alloys exhibit refined equiaxed grains and a typical basal texture,with the(0002)axis parallel to the build direction(BD).However,increasing Al content results in a gradual decrease in both average grain size and basal texture intensity.Alloy with low content of Al(≤6 wt.%)exhibits uniform grain size and precipitate distribution,whereas alloy with high content of Al(e.g.,9 wt.%)displays a bimodal structure composed of fine grain bands decorated byβ-Mg17Al12 phase near grain boundaries and coarse grain bands.For this,a clear strength-ductility trade-off is observed:with increasing Al content,the yield strength rises from 152.8±17.9 MPa to 215.5±17.7 MPa,accompanied by a reduction in fracture elongation from 15.9±0.6%to 12.3±0.6%.These findings can offer theoretical insight and practical guidance for the AFSD AZ series(Mg-Al-Zn-Mn)alloys with synergistic strength and ductility.展开更多
The dependence of shrinkage porosities on microstructure characteristics of Mg−12Al alloy was investigated.The distribution,morphology,size,and number density of shrinkage porosities were analyzed under different cool...The dependence of shrinkage porosities on microstructure characteristics of Mg−12Al alloy was investigated.The distribution,morphology,size,and number density of shrinkage porosities were analyzed under different cooling rates.The relationship between shrinkage porosities and microstructure characteristics was discussed in terms of temperature conditions,feeding channel characteristics,and feeding capacity.Further,the feeding behavior of the residual liquid phase in the solid skeleton was quantified by introducing permeability.Results show a strong correlation between the solid microstructure skeleton and shrinkage porosity characteristics.An increase in permeability corresponds to a declining number density of shrinkage porosities.This study aims to provide a more complete understanding how to reduce shrinkage porosities by controlling microstructure characteristics.展开更多
This study investigated the effects of deep cryogenic treatment(DCT)on hot isostatic pressed(HIP)beryllium for inertial devices,focusing on residual stress,microstructure,tensile properties,and dimensional stability.T...This study investigated the effects of deep cryogenic treatment(DCT)on hot isostatic pressed(HIP)beryllium for inertial devices,focusing on residual stress,microstructure,tensile properties,and dimensional stability.The findings revealed that during DCT,residual stress in beryllium increased gradually due to non-uniform volumetric contraction and mismatch stress,reaching a 59.9%increase from initial levels after 200 h of DCT.DCT led to significant grain refinement and an increase in dislocation density.In 200 h DCT-treated beryllium,geometric necessary dislocation(GND)density increased 17.9%,grain size decreased 12.3%,and therefore yield strength and tensile strength improved by 4.2% and 5.6%,respectively.The dimensional stability of HIP beryllium was significantly enhanced by DCT,and the improvement tended to increase with the duration of DCT.The cumulative size changes of beryllium after 200 h of DCT during both cold exposure and cold cycling decreased significantly by 86% and 50%,respectively,compared to those of HIP beryllium.Furthermore,the residual tensile strength and retention rate increased by 12.5% and 5.5%,respectively,after undergoing room-temperature creep at 100 MPa for 1000 h.展开更多
Argon tungsten arc welding of TiAl base alloy using Ti-30Nb(at.%)filler metals was conducted.The results indicated that sound TiAl welded joints were achieved with preheating temperature of 498℃.Microstructure and pr...Argon tungsten arc welding of TiAl base alloy using Ti-30Nb(at.%)filler metals was conducted.The results indicated that sound TiAl welded joints were achieved with preheating temperature of 498℃.Microstructure and properties of the welded TiAl joints were investigated.A transitional reaction zone,primarily consisting ofγ-TiAl andα2-Ti3Al,was observed at the interface between the weld zone and the TiAl base alloy.Due to the intense reaction between the TiAl base metal and the Ti-Nb filler metal,amounts of acicular intermetallic compounds were formed within the central region of the weld zone,consisting ofα2-Ti3Al and B2 phases.The tensile fracture of the joints exhibited brittle cleavage pattern.The average tensile strength of the welded joints at room-temperature reached 372.6 MPa,about 73.1%of the base metal(BM),with joint fracture occurred in the weld zone.Owing to the solid-solution strengthening effect of Nb,the joint tensile strength retained 326.6 MPa at 700℃,and 300 MPa at 750℃.展开更多
Convex structures are a crucial type of surface functional structure whose shape significantly affects their performance.Tip-based machining and vibration texturing are two groups of state-of-the-art subtractive fabri...Convex structures are a crucial type of surface functional structure whose shape significantly affects their performance.Tip-based machining and vibration texturing are two groups of state-of-the-art subtractive fabrication methods for microano structures,each offering distinct advantages:tip-based machining excels in achieving small feature sizes,whereas vibration texturing improves production efficiency.This study aims to combine these methods to create a more powerful micromachining technique,namely tip-based vibration carving(TVC),particularly suited for fabricating shape-customized convex microstructures.In TVC,the vibration trajectory and nominal carving motion of the tip tool are parallel to the workpiece surface.In each vibration cycle,the tip tool removes some material while the remaining material becomes one convex microstructure.Therefore,the shape of convex microstructures can be customized by the design of vibration trajectories.By adopting high-frequency vibration,the production rate of convex microstructures can be highly efficient.Based on the fundamental principle of TVC,three types of TVC methods—sine-shape,O-shape,and U-shape TVC—are proposed,each employing distinct vibration trajectories.A prediction model for surface generation of convex microstructures is established based on the fusion of process mechanism and experimental data.Finite element simulations are conducted to analyze the material removal and deformation processes during TVC processing.Surface texturing tests are performed on the aluminum workpieces to verify the efficacy of the proposed TVC in producing various shapes and hybrids of convex microstructures.The experimental results also validate the accuracy of the developed prediction model of the surface morphology of generated microstructures.In addition,the feasibility of TVC on various materials,tool wear after processing,subsurface change of carving,and surface wettability are investigated.展开更多
High entropy alloys(HEAs)have recently attracted significant attention due to their exceptional mechanical properties and potential applications across various fields.Friction stir welding and processing(FSW/P),as not...High entropy alloys(HEAs)have recently attracted significant attention due to their exceptional mechanical properties and potential applications across various fields.Friction stir welding and processing(FSW/P),as notable solid-state welding and processing techniques,have been proved effectiveness in enhancing microstructures and mechanical properties of HEAs.This review article summarizes the current status of FSW/P of HEAs.The welding materials and conditions used for FSW/P in HEAs are reviewed and discussed.The effects of FSW/P on the evolutions of grain structure,texture,dislocation,and secondary phase for different HEAs are highlighted.Furthermore,the influences of FSW/P on the mechanical properties of various HEAs are analyzed.Finally,potential applications,challenges,and future directions of FSW/P in HEAs are forecasted.Overall,FSW/P enable to refine grains of HEAs through dynamic recrystallization and to activate diverse deformation mechanisms of HEAs through tailoring phase structures,thereby significantly improving the strength,hardness,and ductility of both single-and dual-phase HEAs.Future progress in this field will rely on comprehensive optimization of processing parameters and alloy composition,integration of multi-scale modeling with advanced characterization for in-depth exploration of microstructural mechanisms,systematic evaluation of functional properties,and effective bridging of the gap between laboratory research and industrial application.The review aims to provide an overview of recent advancements in the FSW/P of HEAs and encourage further research in this area.展开更多
Simultaneously achieving high strength,adequate ductility,and low anisotropy remains challenging for additively manufactured medium-entropy alloys(MEAs),particularly without relying on post-processing.Here,a CO28Cr...Simultaneously achieving high strength,adequate ductility,and low anisotropy remains challenging for additively manufactured medium-entropy alloys(MEAs),particularly without relying on post-processing.Here,a CO28Cr18Ni42Al6Ti6 MEA was fabricated by laser-directed energy deposition(LDED),enabling effective in situ strengthening through nonequilibrium solidification and intrinsic thermal cycling.As a result,a hierarchical microstructure was developed,consisting of fine-grain clusters enriched with high-angle grain boundaries,coherent L12 nanoprecipitates,and distinctiveγ-Al2O3/β-Ti core-shell structures.Fine-grain clusters together with spatially distributed heterogeneities contributes to the reduced mechanical anisotropy.As a result,the alloy exhibited high strength while retaining good ductility,exhibiting yield strengths of 880±6.2 MPa and 850±7.2 MPa,ultimate tensile strengths of 1200±32.1 MPa and 1150±55.4 MPa,and fracture elongations of 19%±3.5%and 21%±5.5%along the building and scanning directions,respectively.The enhanced mechanical performance was attributed to multiscale strengthening arising from the synergistic L12 nanoprecipitates and core-shell structures,which impeded dislocation motion across multiple length scales while accommodating interfacial strain,thereby sustaining work hardening and retaining ductility.展开更多
Ferroelastic rare earth tantalates(RETaO4)are widely researched as the next-generation thermal barrier coatings(TBCs),and RETaO4powders are hugely significant for synthesizing their coatings.The current research...Ferroelastic rare earth tantalates(RETaO4)are widely researched as the next-generation thermal barrier coatings(TBCs),and RETaO4powders are hugely significant for synthesizing their coatings.The current research used chemical co-precipitation within an automated experimental device to synthesize RETaO4(RE=Nd,Sm,Gd,Ho,Er)powders.The device automatically monitored and controlled the solutions'pH,improving the chemical co-precipitation efficiency.The crystal structure and microstructure of the RETaO4powders can be controlled by changing the annealing temperature,and the materials undergo an m'-m phase transition.The m'-RETaO4powders exhibit nano-size grains,while m-RETaO4powders evince micron-size grains,altered by the annealing temperatures.A simultaneous thermal analysis es-timates the reversive ferroelastic tetragonal-monoclinic phase transition temperatures.Overall,this research focuses on the synthesis,crystal structures,microstructures,and phase transition of the fabricated RETaO4powders.展开更多
Super-fine electrohydrodynamic inkjet(SIJ)printing of perovskite nanocrystal(PNC)colloid ink exhibits significant potential in the fabrication of high-resolution color conversion microstructures arrays for fullcolor m...Super-fine electrohydrodynamic inkjet(SIJ)printing of perovskite nanocrystal(PNC)colloid ink exhibits significant potential in the fabrication of high-resolution color conversion microstructures arrays for fullcolor micro-LED displays.However,the impact of solvent on both the printing process and the morphology of SIJ-printed PNC color conversion microstructures remains underexplored.In this study,we prepared samples of CsPbBr3PNC colloid inks in various solvents and investigated the solvent's impact on SIJ printed PNC microstructures.Our findings reveal that the boiling point of the solvent is crucial to the SIJ printing process of PNC colloid inks.Only does the boiling point of the solvent fall in the optimal range,the regular positioned,micron-scaled,conical PNC microstructures can be successfully printed.Below this optimal range,the ink is unable to be ejected from the nozzle;while above this range,irregular positioned microstructures with nanoscale height and coffee-ring-like morphology are produced.Based on these observations,high-resolution color conversion PNC microstructures were effectively prepared using SIJ printing of PNC colloid ink dispersed in dimethylbenzene solvent.展开更多
Notable advancements have been made in the additive manufacturing(AM)of aerospace materials,driven by the needs for integrated components with intricate geometries and small-lot production of high-value components.Nic...Notable advancements have been made in the additive manufacturing(AM)of aerospace materials,driven by the needs for integrated components with intricate geometries and small-lot production of high-value components.Nickel-based superalloys,pivotal materials for high-temperature bearing components in aeroengines,present significant challenges in the fabrication of complex parts due to their great hardness.Huge attention and rapid progress have been garnered in AM processing of nicklebased superalloys,largely owing to its distinct benefits in the freedom of fabrication and reduced manufacturing lifecycle.Despite extensive research into AM in nickel-based superalloys,the corresponding results and conclusions are scattered attributed to the variety of nickel-based superalloys and complex AM processing parameters.Therefore,there is still a pressing need for a comprehensive and deep understanding of the relationship between the AM processing and microstructures and mechanical performance of nickel-based superalloys.This review introduces the processing characteristics of four primary AM technologies utilized for superalloys and summarizes the microstructures and mechanical properties prior to and post-heat treatments.Additionally,this review presents innovative superalloys specifically accommodated to AM processing and offers insights into the material development and performance improvement,aiming to provide a valuable assessment on AM processing of nickel-based superalloys and an effective guidance for the future research.展开更多
Microscale metallic structures enhanced by additive manufacturing technology have attracted extensive attention especially in microelectronics and electromechanical devices.Meniscus-confined electrodeposition(MCED)adv...Microscale metallic structures enhanced by additive manufacturing technology have attracted extensive attention especially in microelectronics and electromechanical devices.Meniscus-confined electrodeposition(MCED)advances microscale 3D metal printing,enabling simpler fabrication of superior metallic microstructures in air without complex equipment or post-processing.However,accurately predicting growth rates with current MCED techniques remain challenging,which is essential for precise structure fabrication and preventing nozzle clogging.In this work,we present a novel approach to electrochemical 3D printing that utilizes a self-adjusting,voxelated method for fabricating metallic microstructures.Diverging from conventional voxelated printing which focuses on monitoring voxel thickness for structure control,this technique adopts a holistic strategy.It ensures each voxel’s position is in alignment with the final structure by synchronizing the micropipette’s trajectory during deposition with the intended design,thus facilitating self-regulation of voxel position and reducing errors associated with environmental fluctuations in deposition parameters.The method’s ability to print micropillars with various tilt angles,high density,and helical arrays demonstrates its refined control over the deposition process.Transmission electron microscopy analysis reveals that the deposited structures,which are fabricated through layer-by-layer(voxel)printing,contain nanotwins that are widely known to enhance the material’s mechanical and electrical properties.Correspondingly,in situ scanning electron microscopy(SEM)microcompression tests confirm this enhancement,showing these structures exhibit a compressive yield strength exceeding 1 GPa.The indentation tests provided an average hardness of 3.71 GPa,which is the highest value reported in previous work using MCED.The resistivity measured by the four-point probe method was(1.95±0.01)×10−7Ω·m,nearly 11 times that of bulk copper.These findings demonstrate the considerable advantage of this technique in fabricating complex metallic microstructures with enhanced mechanical properties,making it suitable for advanced applications in microsensors,microelectronics,and micro-electromechanical systems.展开更多
It is one of the big bottleneck problems for graphene to be uniformly distributed in ceramic matrix composites. A two-step approach was applied to prepare Graphene Nanoplatelets/Yt tria-Stabilized Zirconia(GNPs/YSZ) c...It is one of the big bottleneck problems for graphene to be uniformly distributed in ceramic matrix composites. A two-step approach was applied to prepare Graphene Nanoplatelets/Yt tria-Stabilized Zirconia(GNPs/YSZ) composites. Initially, GNPs were combined with YSZ through nanoparticle regranulation technology to obtain uniformly dispersed powders. Subsequently, the prepared powders were sintered by Spark Plasma Sintering(SPS). Systematic investigation was carried out to examine how GNPs regulate the phase, microstructures, and nanomechanical properties of GNPs/YSZ composite ceramics with different sintering temperatures.Results show that the GNPs can inhibit the coalescence of adjacent grains in YSZ ceramics. Herein,we propose that the intensity ratio of 2D peak to G peak of GNPs in Raman spectrum serves as a key indicator to assess the nanomechanical properties of GNPs/YSZ composites. When the intensity ratio of 2D peak to G peak is 0.5–0.6, the GNPs/YSZ composites obtained in the sintering temperature range of 1 200–1 250.C exhibit excellent nanomechanical properties such as hardness,elastic modulus, wear and creep resistance.展开更多
The fracture behavior at high temperatures of the Ti−22Al−26Nb alloy,which features duplex lamellar,bimodal,and Widmanstätten structures,was studied.Samples of the alloy were prepared through compression deformat...The fracture behavior at high temperatures of the Ti−22Al−26Nb alloy,which features duplex lamellar,bimodal,and Widmanstätten structures,was studied.Samples of the alloy were prepared through compression deformation in the trans-phase region followed by subsequent heat treatment.The results indicate that at 650℃,the fracture toughness of the Ti−22Al−26Nb alloy is increased by 41.7%compared to that with original microstructures.The content of the B2 phase significantly influences the inherent fracture toughness of the material,while the morphology and distribution of the precipitated phases primarily affect the tortuosity of the crack propagation path.Among the microstructural features,the morphology and geometric orientation of the lamellae most significantly impact the crack path;consequently,the Widmanstätten structure exhibits the most tortuous fracture path.Additionally,a predictive model for fracture toughness is developed,which effectively predicts the fracture toughness of Ti−22Al−26Nb alloys with various microstructures at 650℃.展开更多
The microstructures,mechanical properties,and fracture behaviors of an Al-5.9Zn-1.9Mg alloy subjected to thermomechanical treatment across different pre-rolling temperatures have been exhaustively investigated in pres...The microstructures,mechanical properties,and fracture behaviors of an Al-5.9Zn-1.9Mg alloy subjected to thermomechanical treatment across different pre-rolling temperatures have been exhaustively investigated in present work.The pre-deformation temperature exerts a modest influence on grain morphology,while it profoundly impacts the dislocation configurations and precipitation behaviors.Elevating the rolling temperature from ambient to 170℃results in a reduction in dislocation density within grains accompanied by a notable enhancement in their distributional uniformity.While advancing the temperature to 320℃prompts the premature formation of precipitates during deformation,which diminishes the precipitation during the subsequent ageing.Tensile results reveal that the thermomechanical treatment incorporating pre-rolling at 170℃confers a substantial strengthening effect on the alloy on the basis of both grain boundary strengthening and dislocation strengthening stemmed from pre-deformation along with the precipitation strengthening generated by ageing.Furthermore,the microstructure exhibits a relatively scarce presence of inhomogeneous features such as dislocation pile-ups and micro shear bands,contributing favorably to enhance the ductility of the alloy that presents the mixture of cleavage fracture and dimple-induced failure.展开更多
Optical singularities are topological defects of electromagnetic fields;they include phase singularity in scalar fields,polarization singularity in vector fields,and three-dimensional(3D)singularities such as optical ...Optical singularities are topological defects of electromagnetic fields;they include phase singularity in scalar fields,polarization singularity in vector fields,and three-dimensional(3D)singularities such as optical skyrmions.The exploitation of photonic microstructures to generate and manipulate optical singularities has attracted wide research interest in recent years,with many photonic microstructures having been devised to this end.Accompanying these designs,scattered phenomenological theories have been proposed to expound the working mechanisms behind individual designs.In this work,instead of focusing on a specific type of microstructure,we concentrate on the most common geometric features of these microstructures—namely,symmetries—and revisit the process of generating optical singularities in microstructures from a symmetry viewpoint.By systematically employing the projection operator technique in group theory,we develop a widely applicable theoretical scheme to explore optical singularities in microstructures with rosette(i.e.,rotational and reflection)symmetries.Our scheme agrees well with previously reported works and further reveals that the eigenmodes of a symmetric microstructure can support multiplexed phase singularities in different components,such as out-of-plane,radial,azimuthal,and left-and right-handed circular components.Based on these phase singularities,more complicated optical singularities may be synthesized,including C points,V points,L lines,Néel-and bubble-type optical skyrmions,and optical lattices,to name a few.We demonstrate that the topological invariants associated with optical singularities are protected by the symmetries of the microstructure.Lastly,based on symmetry arguments,we formulate a so-called symmetry matching condition to clarify the excitation of a specific type of optical singularity.Our work establishes a unified theoretical framework to explore optical singularities in photonic microstructures with symmetries,shedding light on the symmetry origin of multidimensional and multiplexed optical singularities and providing a symmetry perspective for exploring many singularity-related effects in optics and photonics.展开更多
基金co-supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52305421 and 52175363)the General Research Fund of Hong Kong,China(No.15223520)the projects from the Hong Kong Polytechnic University,China(Nos.4-W418,1-ZE1W,4-WZ4W and 1-CD4H)。
摘要Gradient microstructures strengthened by serrated Grain Boundaries(GBs)were achieved through a combination of Gradient Strain Deformation(GSD)and Serration Heat Treatment(SHT),with particular focus on microstructural evolution,underlying mechanisms,and the critical influencing factors.Dynamic recrystallization governed the microstructural evolution in the fine-grained and transition regions during GSD,where multiple nucleation mechanisms were active.Plastic deformation facilitated the dissolution ofγ'phase in fine-grained regions,ultimately resulting in its morphological transformation.During the subsequent SHT,serrated GBs formed within the gradient microstructures produced by prior GSD without disrupting the grain size gradient,thereby enhancing creep resistance.Two distinct mechanisms associated withγ'gbparticles governed the formation of the serrations at GBs.Owing to the stronger dragging effect of grain boundary junctions in fine-grained regions,the amplitude and wavelength of serrations in these regions were smaller than those in coarse-grained regions.Moreover,the formation of serrations exhibited a strong dependence on the inherent properties of the GBs.The random high-angle grain boundaries(HAGBs)with misorientation angles in the range of 30-59°tended to become serrated more easily during SHT due to their high mobility and the accelerated precipitation ofγ'gbparticles at them.Low-ΣHAGBs and low-angle GBs were not prone to form serrations.In particular,serration formation was completely inhibited atΣ3 twin boundaries due to their extremely low mobility and the absence ofγ'gbparticles.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52274318).
摘要A full-sectional microstructure characterization method was developed to investigate the formation of coarse slag rims during the continuous casting of hypo-peritectic steel.The cross-sectional microstructural analysis of typical slag rims for two highly crystalline powders revealed that their formation was primarily driven by the solidification of the liquid slag.Distinct differences were observed in the microstructures of slag rims from the two powders.Powder A(characterized by a higher breaking temperature and viscosity)displayed alternating lamellar microstructures of coarse and fine phases,with the coarse phases composed of akermanite-gehlenite transition phases.In contrast,powder B(with a lower breaking temperature and viscosity)predominantly comprised regular akermanite-gehlenite crystals interspersed with a certain amount of glassy phases.Numerical simulations of a three-phase fluid flow coupled with heat transfer indicate that slag rim formation correlates with mold oscillation.Solidification of the liquid slag at the slag rim front predominantly occurs during the negative stroke of the mold oscillation.The average heating rate during the ascending stage of the mold reaches approximately 100 K·s−1,whereas the average cooling rate during the descending stage attains 400 K·s−1.This temperature variation leads to the formation of lamellar microstructures,whereas the ascending stage promotes the formation of coarse structures and thicker slag rims.Based on the powder properties,two distinct formation pathways exist for highly crystalline mold powders.For the powders with a higher breaking temperature,higher viscosity,and narrower solidification range(powder A),coarse microstructures and thicker slag rims were preferentially formed.For powders with lower breaking temperature and viscosity and wider solidification ranges(powder B),the liquid slag resisted rapid solidification,and the extended mushy zone allowed the partial liquid slag to persist at the slag rim front,promoting the formation of a thin slag rim.This study enhances the understanding of slag rim formation in highly crystalline mold powders and provides critical insights into the control of longitudinal surface cracks in hypo-peritectic steel.
基金the financial support of the Shandong Provincial Natural Science Foundation,China(No.ZR2025MS894)the Shandong Provincial Technologyoriented Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Innovation Ability Enhancement Project,China(No.2023TSGC0628)the State Key Laboratory for Advanced Metals and Materials Foundation,China(Nos.2025-Z01 and 2023-Z02).
摘要In this study,vacuum laser-engineered directed energy deposition(V-LDED)was employed to fabricate CoCrFeNiTix(x=0.1,0.2,0.3)high-entropy alloys(HEAs)by strategically mixing equiatomic pre-alloyed CoCrFeNi and CoCrFeNiTi powders.With increas-ing Ti content,the lattice distortion of the HEAs intensified,grains were refined,and precipitate content increased;however,the face-centered cubic(FCC)structure remained the predominant structure.The strength and plasticity of the HEAs initially increased and then decreased with the addition of Ti.The CoCrFeNiTi0.3(Ti0.3)alloy exhibited the best mechanical properties,with a tensile yield strength(TYS)of 604 MPa,an ultimate tensile strength(UTS)of 882 MPa,and a plastic elongation of 13.5%.Compared to the Ti-free alloy,the TYS and UTS were increased by 124%and 83%,respectively.The CoCrFeNiTi0.2(Ti0.2)alloy showed the best corrosion resistance with the corrosion potential(Ecorr),corrosion current density(Icorr),passivated film resistor(Rc),and charge transfer resistance(Rct)values of-0.208 V,4.889×10-7A/cm2,7.03×103Ω/cm2,and 8.50×105Ω/cm2,respectively.The addition of Ti increased the Cr and Ti contents in the passive film,which are easily passivated elements.The multiple effects of Ti on the corrosion resistance were mainly attributed to the formation and composition of the passive film and density of the precipitates.
基金framework of the EUROfusion Consortium,funded by the European Union via the Euratom Research and Training Programme(Grant Agreement No.101052200—EUROfusion)The CRESCO-ENEAGRID High Performance Computing infrastructure is funded by ENEA+3 种基金the Italian National Agency for New Technologies,Energy and Sustainable Economic Developmentby Italian and European research programmesthe framework of the“Universities’Excellence Initiative”programme by the Ministry of Education,Science and Sports of the Republic of Lithuania under an agreement with the Research Council of Lithuania(Project No.S-A-UEI-23-6)support was received through EU LASERLAB-EUROPE JRAextension(Grant Agreement No.871124,Horizon 2020 Research and Innovation Programme).
摘要Inertial confinement fusion(ICF)requires a constant search for the most effective materials to improve the efficiency of compression of the capsule and of laser-to-target energy transfer.Foams could provide a solution,but they require further experimental and theoretical investigation.The new 3D-printing technologies,such as two-photon polymerization,are opening a new era in the production of foams,allowing fine control of material morphology.Very few detailed studies of the interaction of foams with high-power lasers in regimes relevant for ICF have been described in the literature to date,and more investigation is needed.In this work,we present the results of an experimental campaign performed at the ABC laser facility at ENEA Centro Ricerche Frascati in which 3D-printed microstructured materials were irradiated at high power.3D simulations of the laser-target interaction performed with the FLASH code reveal that the laser is scattered by plasma density gradients and channeled into the structure when the center of the focal spot is on the through hole.The time required for the laser to completely ablate the structure given by the simulations is in good agreement with the experimental measurement.Measurements of the reflected and transmitted laser light indicate that scattering occurred during the irradiation,in accordance with the simulations.Two-plasmon decay has also been found to be active during irradiation.
基金funded by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFB3701000)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52401158)+1 种基金the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2023M742219)the Postdoctoral Fellowship Program(Grade B)of CPSF(No.GZB20240419).
摘要Mg-10Gd-Zr(G10K,wt.%)is a commonly used high-performance magnesium-rare earth alloy that has demonstrated good suitability for additive manufacturing processes.However,the formability and microstructures need to be further explored for its engineering application.This study presents a systematic and in-depth investigation of the defects,microstructural characteristics,and mechanical properties of G10K alloy fabricated by laser powder bed fusion(LPBF)as a function of processing parameters.A 3D forming space for LPBF-G10K alloy is constructed by adopting laser beam diameter as the third variant other than laser power and scanning speed.With a laser beam diameter of 120μm,the fluctuation of the melt pool is minimized,leading to the suppression of gas porosities and balling defects,and thus the expansion of forming zone of the alloy as compared to laser beam diameters of 100 or 140μm.LPBF-G10K alloy under the optimal processing parameter consists of a heterogeneous microstructure of coarse and fine grains.The formation of abnormal lamellar structures in the coarse grains at the middle of melt pools is attributed to the planar growth along laser scanning direction.The lamellar coarse grains provide strength in the alloy due to texture-strengthening effect,while plastic deformation is primarily accommodated by equiaxed grains.These findings are instrumental for application and future modification of the LPBF-G10K alloy.
基金supported by Science and Technology Major Project of Changsha(kh2401034)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities of Central South University(1053320240180)+1 种基金supports from the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(No.2024M763696)support of the China Scholarship Council(202406370168)。
摘要Additive friction stir deposition(AFSD),as an advanced solid-state additive manufacturing technique,offers significant potential for fabricating large-scale engineering structural components.In this study,Mg-xAl-1Zn-0.5Mn(x=3,6,and 9 wt.%)alloys were fabricated via AFSD.And the effect of Al content on the microstructural evolution,mechanical properties,and fracture behavior was systematically investigated.The results reveal that all AFSD AZ series Mg alloys exhibit refined equiaxed grains and a typical basal texture,with the(0002)axis parallel to the build direction(BD).However,increasing Al content results in a gradual decrease in both average grain size and basal texture intensity.Alloy with low content of Al(≤6 wt.%)exhibits uniform grain size and precipitate distribution,whereas alloy with high content of Al(e.g.,9 wt.%)displays a bimodal structure composed of fine grain bands decorated byβ-Mg17Al12 phase near grain boundaries and coarse grain bands.For this,a clear strength-ductility trade-off is observed:with increasing Al content,the yield strength rises from 152.8±17.9 MPa to 215.5±17.7 MPa,accompanied by a reduction in fracture elongation from 15.9±0.6%to 12.3±0.6%.These findings can offer theoretical insight and practical guidance for the AFSD AZ series(Mg-Al-Zn-Mn)alloys with synergistic strength and ductility.
基金financially supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2021YFB3701000)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.52471118,52101125,U2037601,and U21A2048)Young Elite Scientists Sponsorship Program by CAST,China(No.2022QNRC001)。
摘要The dependence of shrinkage porosities on microstructure characteristics of Mg−12Al alloy was investigated.The distribution,morphology,size,and number density of shrinkage porosities were analyzed under different cooling rates.The relationship between shrinkage porosities and microstructure characteristics was discussed in terms of temperature conditions,feeding channel characteristics,and feeding capacity.Further,the feeding behavior of the residual liquid phase in the solid skeleton was quantified by introducing permeability.Results show a strong correlation between the solid microstructure skeleton and shrinkage porosity characteristics.An increase in permeability corresponds to a declining number density of shrinkage porosities.This study aims to provide a more complete understanding how to reduce shrinkage porosities by controlling microstructure characteristics.
基金Project(JCKY2018203B067)supported by the National Defense Basic Scientific Research Program of China。
摘要This study investigated the effects of deep cryogenic treatment(DCT)on hot isostatic pressed(HIP)beryllium for inertial devices,focusing on residual stress,microstructure,tensile properties,and dimensional stability.The findings revealed that during DCT,residual stress in beryllium increased gradually due to non-uniform volumetric contraction and mismatch stress,reaching a 59.9%increase from initial levels after 200 h of DCT.DCT led to significant grain refinement and an increase in dislocation density.In 200 h DCT-treated beryllium,geometric necessary dislocation(GND)density increased 17.9%,grain size decreased 12.3%,and therefore yield strength and tensile strength improved by 4.2% and 5.6%,respectively.The dimensional stability of HIP beryllium was significantly enhanced by DCT,and the improvement tended to increase with the duration of DCT.The cumulative size changes of beryllium after 200 h of DCT during both cold exposure and cold cycling decreased significantly by 86% and 50%,respectively,compared to those of HIP beryllium.Furthermore,the residual tensile strength and retention rate increased by 12.5% and 5.5%,respectively,after undergoing room-temperature creep at 100 MPa for 1000 h.
基金supported by Beijing Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.JQ24014)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52175369).
摘要Argon tungsten arc welding of TiAl base alloy using Ti-30Nb(at.%)filler metals was conducted.The results indicated that sound TiAl welded joints were achieved with preheating temperature of 498℃.Microstructure and properties of the welded TiAl joints were investigated.A transitional reaction zone,primarily consisting ofγ-TiAl andα2-Ti3Al,was observed at the interface between the weld zone and the TiAl base alloy.Due to the intense reaction between the TiAl base metal and the Ti-Nb filler metal,amounts of acicular intermetallic compounds were formed within the central region of the weld zone,consisting ofα2-Ti3Al and B2 phases.The tensile fracture of the joints exhibited brittle cleavage pattern.The average tensile strength of the welded joints at room-temperature reached 372.6 MPa,about 73.1%of the base metal(BM),with joint fracture occurred in the weld zone.Owing to the solid-solution strengthening effect of Nb,the joint tensile strength retained 326.6 MPa at 700℃,and 300 MPa at 750℃.
基金financial support for this research provided by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52475470,124115301,52105458)State Key Laboratory of Tribology in Advanced Equipment(Grant No.SKLT2024Z12)State Key Laboratory of High-performance Precision Manufacturing(Grant No.HPMKF202503).
摘要Convex structures are a crucial type of surface functional structure whose shape significantly affects their performance.Tip-based machining and vibration texturing are two groups of state-of-the-art subtractive fabrication methods for microano structures,each offering distinct advantages:tip-based machining excels in achieving small feature sizes,whereas vibration texturing improves production efficiency.This study aims to combine these methods to create a more powerful micromachining technique,namely tip-based vibration carving(TVC),particularly suited for fabricating shape-customized convex microstructures.In TVC,the vibration trajectory and nominal carving motion of the tip tool are parallel to the workpiece surface.In each vibration cycle,the tip tool removes some material while the remaining material becomes one convex microstructure.Therefore,the shape of convex microstructures can be customized by the design of vibration trajectories.By adopting high-frequency vibration,the production rate of convex microstructures can be highly efficient.Based on the fundamental principle of TVC,three types of TVC methods—sine-shape,O-shape,and U-shape TVC—are proposed,each employing distinct vibration trajectories.A prediction model for surface generation of convex microstructures is established based on the fusion of process mechanism and experimental data.Finite element simulations are conducted to analyze the material removal and deformation processes during TVC processing.Surface texturing tests are performed on the aluminum workpieces to verify the efficacy of the proposed TVC in producing various shapes and hybrids of convex microstructures.The experimental results also validate the accuracy of the developed prediction model of the surface morphology of generated microstructures.In addition,the feasibility of TVC on various materials,tool wear after processing,subsurface change of carving,and surface wettability are investigated.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.52171032)Hebei Natural Science Foundation(Grant No.E2023501002)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Grant No.2024GFYD003)。
摘要High entropy alloys(HEAs)have recently attracted significant attention due to their exceptional mechanical properties and potential applications across various fields.Friction stir welding and processing(FSW/P),as notable solid-state welding and processing techniques,have been proved effectiveness in enhancing microstructures and mechanical properties of HEAs.This review article summarizes the current status of FSW/P of HEAs.The welding materials and conditions used for FSW/P in HEAs are reviewed and discussed.The effects of FSW/P on the evolutions of grain structure,texture,dislocation,and secondary phase for different HEAs are highlighted.Furthermore,the influences of FSW/P on the mechanical properties of various HEAs are analyzed.Finally,potential applications,challenges,and future directions of FSW/P in HEAs are forecasted.Overall,FSW/P enable to refine grains of HEAs through dynamic recrystallization and to activate diverse deformation mechanisms of HEAs through tailoring phase structures,thereby significantly improving the strength,hardness,and ductility of both single-and dual-phase HEAs.Future progress in this field will rely on comprehensive optimization of processing parameters and alloy composition,integration of multi-scale modeling with advanced characterization for in-depth exploration of microstructural mechanisms,systematic evaluation of functional properties,and effective bridging of the gap between laboratory research and industrial application.The review aims to provide an overview of recent advancements in the FSW/P of HEAs and encourage further research in this area.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant Nos.52501037,52371025,and 52371106)。
摘要Simultaneously achieving high strength,adequate ductility,and low anisotropy remains challenging for additively manufactured medium-entropy alloys(MEAs),particularly without relying on post-processing.Here,a CO28Cr18Ni42Al6Ti6 MEA was fabricated by laser-directed energy deposition(LDED),enabling effective in situ strengthening through nonequilibrium solidification and intrinsic thermal cycling.As a result,a hierarchical microstructure was developed,consisting of fine-grain clusters enriched with high-angle grain boundaries,coherent L12 nanoprecipitates,and distinctiveγ-Al2O3/β-Ti core-shell structures.Fine-grain clusters together with spatially distributed heterogeneities contributes to the reduced mechanical anisotropy.As a result,the alloy exhibited high strength while retaining good ductility,exhibiting yield strengths of 880±6.2 MPa and 850±7.2 MPa,ultimate tensile strengths of 1200±32.1 MPa and 1150±55.4 MPa,and fracture elongations of 19%±3.5%and 21%±5.5%along the building and scanning directions,respectively.The enhanced mechanical performance was attributed to multiscale strengthening arising from the synergistic L12 nanoprecipitates and core-shell structures,which impeded dislocation motion across multiple length scales while accommodating interfacial strain,thereby sustaining work hardening and retaining ductility.
基金the Rare and Precious Metals Material Genetic Engineering Project of Yunnan Province(202102AB080019-1)National Key Research and Development Program of China(2022YFB3708600)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(91960103).
摘要Ferroelastic rare earth tantalates(RETaO4)are widely researched as the next-generation thermal barrier coatings(TBCs),and RETaO4powders are hugely significant for synthesizing their coatings.The current research used chemical co-precipitation within an automated experimental device to synthesize RETaO4(RE=Nd,Sm,Gd,Ho,Er)powders.The device automatically monitored and controlled the solutions'pH,improving the chemical co-precipitation efficiency.The crystal structure and microstructure of the RETaO4powders can be controlled by changing the annealing temperature,and the materials undergo an m'-m phase transition.The m'-RETaO4powders exhibit nano-size grains,while m-RETaO4powders evince micron-size grains,altered by the annealing temperatures.A simultaneous thermal analysis es-timates the reversive ferroelastic tetragonal-monoclinic phase transition temperatures.Overall,this research focuses on the synthesis,crystal structures,microstructures,and phase transition of the fabricated RETaO4powders.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.62374142)Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities(Nos.20720220085 and 20720240064)+2 种基金External Cooperation Program of Fujian(No.2022I0004)Major Science and Technology Project of Xiamen in China(No.3502Z20191015)Xiamen Natural Science Foundation Youth Project(No.3502Z202471002)。
摘要Super-fine electrohydrodynamic inkjet(SIJ)printing of perovskite nanocrystal(PNC)colloid ink exhibits significant potential in the fabrication of high-resolution color conversion microstructures arrays for fullcolor micro-LED displays.However,the impact of solvent on both the printing process and the morphology of SIJ-printed PNC color conversion microstructures remains underexplored.In this study,we prepared samples of CsPbBr3PNC colloid inks in various solvents and investigated the solvent's impact on SIJ printed PNC microstructures.Our findings reveal that the boiling point of the solvent is crucial to the SIJ printing process of PNC colloid inks.Only does the boiling point of the solvent fall in the optimal range,the regular positioned,micron-scaled,conical PNC microstructures can be successfully printed.Below this optimal range,the ink is unable to be ejected from the nozzle;while above this range,irregular positioned microstructures with nanoscale height and coffee-ring-like morphology are produced.Based on these observations,high-resolution color conversion PNC microstructures were effectively prepared using SIJ printing of PNC colloid ink dispersed in dimethylbenzene solvent.
基金financially supported by the National Key R&D Program of China(No.2021YFB3702301)the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52101068]+2 种基金the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation[No.2022T150342]the Postdoctoral International Exchange Program[No.YJ20210129]the Shuimu Tsinghua Scholar Program(No.2020SM100)
摘要Notable advancements have been made in the additive manufacturing(AM)of aerospace materials,driven by the needs for integrated components with intricate geometries and small-lot production of high-value components.Nickel-based superalloys,pivotal materials for high-temperature bearing components in aeroengines,present significant challenges in the fabrication of complex parts due to their great hardness.Huge attention and rapid progress have been garnered in AM processing of nicklebased superalloys,largely owing to its distinct benefits in the freedom of fabrication and reduced manufacturing lifecycle.Despite extensive research into AM in nickel-based superalloys,the corresponding results and conclusions are scattered attributed to the variety of nickel-based superalloys and complex AM processing parameters.Therefore,there is still a pressing need for a comprehensive and deep understanding of the relationship between the AM processing and microstructures and mechanical performance of nickel-based superalloys.This review introduces the processing characteristics of four primary AM technologies utilized for superalloys and summarizes the microstructures and mechanical properties prior to and post-heat treatments.Additionally,this review presents innovative superalloys specifically accommodated to AM processing and offers insights into the material development and performance improvement,aiming to provide a valuable assessment on AM processing of nickel-based superalloys and an effective guidance for the future research.
基金supported in part by National Key R&D Program of China under Grant 2023YFB4705600in part by the National Natural Science Foundation of China under Grants 61925304,62127810 and 62203138+1 种基金in part by the National Postdoctoral Program for Innovative Talents under Grant BX20200107in part by the Self-Planned Task(No.SKLRS202205C)of State Key Laboratory of Robotics and System(HIT).
摘要Microscale metallic structures enhanced by additive manufacturing technology have attracted extensive attention especially in microelectronics and electromechanical devices.Meniscus-confined electrodeposition(MCED)advances microscale 3D metal printing,enabling simpler fabrication of superior metallic microstructures in air without complex equipment or post-processing.However,accurately predicting growth rates with current MCED techniques remain challenging,which is essential for precise structure fabrication and preventing nozzle clogging.In this work,we present a novel approach to electrochemical 3D printing that utilizes a self-adjusting,voxelated method for fabricating metallic microstructures.Diverging from conventional voxelated printing which focuses on monitoring voxel thickness for structure control,this technique adopts a holistic strategy.It ensures each voxel’s position is in alignment with the final structure by synchronizing the micropipette’s trajectory during deposition with the intended design,thus facilitating self-regulation of voxel position and reducing errors associated with environmental fluctuations in deposition parameters.The method’s ability to print micropillars with various tilt angles,high density,and helical arrays demonstrates its refined control over the deposition process.Transmission electron microscopy analysis reveals that the deposited structures,which are fabricated through layer-by-layer(voxel)printing,contain nanotwins that are widely known to enhance the material’s mechanical and electrical properties.Correspondingly,in situ scanning electron microscopy(SEM)microcompression tests confirm this enhancement,showing these structures exhibit a compressive yield strength exceeding 1 GPa.The indentation tests provided an average hardness of 3.71 GPa,which is the highest value reported in previous work using MCED.The resistivity measured by the four-point probe method was(1.95±0.01)×10−7Ω·m,nearly 11 times that of bulk copper.These findings demonstrate the considerable advantage of this technique in fabricating complex metallic microstructures with enhanced mechanical properties,making it suitable for advanced applications in microsensors,microelectronics,and micro-electromechanical systems.
基金supported from the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52371062)the Open Foundation from National Key Laboratory of Materials Behavior and Evaluation Technology in Space Environments,China,the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2020YFB2007900)the National Major Science and Technology Projects of China(No.2017-VI-0020-0093).
摘要It is one of the big bottleneck problems for graphene to be uniformly distributed in ceramic matrix composites. A two-step approach was applied to prepare Graphene Nanoplatelets/Yt tria-Stabilized Zirconia(GNPs/YSZ) composites. Initially, GNPs were combined with YSZ through nanoparticle regranulation technology to obtain uniformly dispersed powders. Subsequently, the prepared powders were sintered by Spark Plasma Sintering(SPS). Systematic investigation was carried out to examine how GNPs regulate the phase, microstructures, and nanomechanical properties of GNPs/YSZ composite ceramics with different sintering temperatures.Results show that the GNPs can inhibit the coalescence of adjacent grains in YSZ ceramics. Herein,we propose that the intensity ratio of 2D peak to G peak of GNPs in Raman spectrum serves as a key indicator to assess the nanomechanical properties of GNPs/YSZ composites. When the intensity ratio of 2D peak to G peak is 0.5–0.6, the GNPs/YSZ composites obtained in the sintering temperature range of 1 200–1 250.C exhibit excellent nanomechanical properties such as hardness,elastic modulus, wear and creep resistance.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51975175,51875158)。
摘要The fracture behavior at high temperatures of the Ti−22Al−26Nb alloy,which features duplex lamellar,bimodal,and Widmanstätten structures,was studied.Samples of the alloy were prepared through compression deformation in the trans-phase region followed by subsequent heat treatment.The results indicate that at 650℃,the fracture toughness of the Ti−22Al−26Nb alloy is increased by 41.7%compared to that with original microstructures.The content of the B2 phase significantly influences the inherent fracture toughness of the material,while the morphology and distribution of the precipitated phases primarily affect the tortuosity of the crack propagation path.Among the microstructural features,the morphology and geometric orientation of the lamellae most significantly impact the crack path;consequently,the Widmanstätten structure exhibits the most tortuous fracture path.Additionally,a predictive model for fracture toughness is developed,which effectively predicts the fracture toughness of Ti−22Al−26Nb alloys with various microstructures at 650℃.
基金Project(ZZYJKT2025-03) supported by the Project of State Key Laboratory of Precision Manufacturing for Extreme Service Performance,Central South University,ChinaProject(2024YFB3411200) supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China。
摘要The microstructures,mechanical properties,and fracture behaviors of an Al-5.9Zn-1.9Mg alloy subjected to thermomechanical treatment across different pre-rolling temperatures have been exhaustively investigated in present work.The pre-deformation temperature exerts a modest influence on grain morphology,while it profoundly impacts the dislocation configurations and precipitation behaviors.Elevating the rolling temperature from ambient to 170℃results in a reduction in dislocation density within grains accompanied by a notable enhancement in their distributional uniformity.While advancing the temperature to 320℃prompts the premature formation of precipitates during deformation,which diminishes the precipitation during the subsequent ageing.Tensile results reveal that the thermomechanical treatment incorporating pre-rolling at 170℃confers a substantial strengthening effect on the alloy on the basis of both grain boundary strengthening and dislocation strengthening stemmed from pre-deformation along with the precipitation strengthening generated by ageing.Furthermore,the microstructure exhibits a relatively scarce presence of inhomogeneous features such as dislocation pile-ups and micro shear bands,contributing favorably to enhance the ductility of the alloy that presents the mixture of cleavage fracture and dimple-induced failure.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foun-dation of China(62301596 and 62288101)Shaanxi Provincial Science and Technology Innovation Team(23-CX-TD-48)+4 种基金the KU Leuven internal funds:the C1 Project(C14/19/083)the Interdisciplinary Network Project(IDN/20/014)the Small Infrastructure Grant(KA/20/019)the Research Foundation of Flanders(FWO)Project(G090017N,G088822N,and V408823N)the Danish National Research Foundation(DNRF165).
摘要Optical singularities are topological defects of electromagnetic fields;they include phase singularity in scalar fields,polarization singularity in vector fields,and three-dimensional(3D)singularities such as optical skyrmions.The exploitation of photonic microstructures to generate and manipulate optical singularities has attracted wide research interest in recent years,with many photonic microstructures having been devised to this end.Accompanying these designs,scattered phenomenological theories have been proposed to expound the working mechanisms behind individual designs.In this work,instead of focusing on a specific type of microstructure,we concentrate on the most common geometric features of these microstructures—namely,symmetries—and revisit the process of generating optical singularities in microstructures from a symmetry viewpoint.By systematically employing the projection operator technique in group theory,we develop a widely applicable theoretical scheme to explore optical singularities in microstructures with rosette(i.e.,rotational and reflection)symmetries.Our scheme agrees well with previously reported works and further reveals that the eigenmodes of a symmetric microstructure can support multiplexed phase singularities in different components,such as out-of-plane,radial,azimuthal,and left-and right-handed circular components.Based on these phase singularities,more complicated optical singularities may be synthesized,including C points,V points,L lines,Néel-and bubble-type optical skyrmions,and optical lattices,to name a few.We demonstrate that the topological invariants associated with optical singularities are protected by the symmetries of the microstructure.Lastly,based on symmetry arguments,we formulate a so-called symmetry matching condition to clarify the excitation of a specific type of optical singularity.Our work establishes a unified theoretical framework to explore optical singularities in photonic microstructures with symmetries,shedding light on the symmetry origin of multidimensional and multiplexed optical singularities and providing a symmetry perspective for exploring many singularity-related effects in optics and photonics.