Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
David D. S. Silva, Rafael T. Vieira, Gabriely M. S. Falca, Ieverton C. A. Brito, Rafael E. Calue, Rodinei M. Gomes, Danniel F. Oliveira
Summary: This work investigates the influence of unidirectional solidification and squeeze casting processes on the microstructure, thermodynamic parameters, and mechanical properties of CuAl-BeNbNi shape memory alloy (SMA). The results show that unidirectional solidification process improves the ductility and fracture toughness, while reducing stress-induced martensite and residual stress. On the other hand, squeeze casting increases the density of grain boundaries and stress-induced martensite, but decreases the impact toughness and increases residual deformation and stress. These processes offer an alternative method to modify the properties of CuAlBeNbNi SMA while maintaining the composition constant.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Lingen Zhang, Qingming Song, Xiaowei Xu, Zhenming Xu
Summary: The study focuses on the high value-added utilization of scrap copper from e-waste, using the Ohno Continuous Casting (OCC) process to purify the copper. It investigates the redistribution of impurity of tin in the scrap copper under different continuous casting speeds and mold temperatures, finding that lower casting speed leads to more obvious macrosegregation of tin in the axial direction, while increasing mold temperature helps reduce axial segregation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tarek Allam, Wolfgang Bleck, Christian Klinkenberg, Bjoern Kintscher, Ulrich Krupp, Jenny Rudnizki
Summary: The study investigates the continuous casting behavior of medium manganese steels and highlights the crucial role of alloying concepts in controlling their hot ductility. It reveals that high-Al and high-Mn content MMnS can degrade their ductility at elevated temperatures.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2021)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Seppo Louhenkilpi, Jyrki Miettinen, Ville-Valtteri Visuri, Mahesh C. Somani, Sami Koskenniska, Timo Fabritius
Summary: The aim of this study was to develop new quality criteria based on steel composition and cooling pattern for continuous casting and associated processes. These criteria were found to be good predictors of potential defects and provide theoretical justifications for defect formation, offering practical solutions to avoid them. The final determination of defect formation depends on a combination of quality criteria and models/data describing mechanical and thermal stresses. New quality criteria for cracking-related and gas defects are proposed in this paper with case examples.
IRONMAKING & STEELMAKING
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Xinbiao Wang, Yaojun Lin, Zhibo Liu, Shengfa Liu
Summary: This research aims to reduce the amount and size of Al-Mg intermetallic phases by rapid solidification and improve the strength and ductility of a cast Al-15 wt% Mg alloy. The results show that the alloy processed by twin-roll casting (TRC) has refined Al grains and refined granular Al3Mg2 particles, as well as increased Mg solid solubility and decreased amount of Al3Mg2 phase. The TRC Al-15 wt% alloy exhibits higher yield strength, ultimate tensile strength, and uniform elongation compared to the conventionally mold cast counterpart.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Jacob Weiss, Daniel J. Savage, Sven C. Vogel, Brandon A. Mcwilliams, Rajiv S. Mishra, Marko Knezevic
Summary: The evolution of microstructure, strength, and ductility of a metastable high entropy alloy (HEA) was investigated in this study. By controlling the alloy composition and processing conditions, significant improvements in mechanical properties could be achieved. The strain-induced martensitic transformation contributed to plastic strain accommodation and rapid strain hardening, resulting in high strength and ductility of the alloy.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Manufacturing
Seyed Mohammad Hosseini, Ehsan Amani
Summary: In this study, a combination of local and ruler ElectroMagnetic Brakes (EMBr) is proposed to reduce defects in thinslab steel continuous casting. Computational fluid dynamics is used to validate submodels and evaluate different EMBr design configurations. The results show that the combination of ruler and local EMBrs effectively resolves uneven solidified shell growth. However, using local EMBrs midway the SEN and meniscus can result in unstable flow structures. The best performance is achieved by combining a single-ruler EMBr below the SEN and a couple of local EMBrs near the center of the meniscus.
JOURNAL OF MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Malgorzata Grudzien-Rakoczy, Lukasz Rakoczy, Rafal Cygan, Konrad Chrzan, Ondrej Milkovic, Zenon Pirowski
Summary: The present study investigated the as-cast microstructure, alloying element segregation, solidification behavior, and thermal stability of model superalloys based on Inconel 740. The results showed that the solidification process of the superalloys was influenced by the initial Al/Ti ratio and Ta concentration, resulting in different precipitation characteristics of phases.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Marco Seiz, Britta Nestler
Summary: The freeze casting process is a novel manufacturing method used for producing near net-shape parts and directed porous structures, with a wide range of pore shapes and sizes achievable by choosing different liquids and processing conditions. A phase-field model is developed to predict the resulting microstructure, linking thermodynamics with established theory. Directional solidification simulations are conducted to determine microstructural lengths and their linkages with processing parameters, establishing relationships between microstructure and processing conditions.
COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Rishabh Sharma, Camille M. Poulin, Marko Knezevic, Michael P. Miles, David T. Fullwood
Summary: Continuous bending under tension (CBT) process avoids strain localization, leading to higher elongation in materials. However, the exact contribution of CBT to the overall increase in elongation remains unclear and may be related to the material's structure and hardness.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Bo-Chin Huang, Kai-Chieh Chang, Fei-Yi Hung
Summary: Al-Si alloys processed through CCDR demonstrate excellent wear resistance and can be improved in strength and ductility through cold rolling and heat treatment. Different wear resistance performances are observed at different impact angles, with cold rolled specimens showing higher wear resistance at lower impact angles and heat-treated specimens showing better wear resistance at higher impact angles. TEM results indicate the formation of nanoscale grains in the erosion-affected region, affecting Si concentration. Overall, heat-treated CCDR Al-Si alloys exhibit great erosion resistance and workability, making them suitable for wear-resistant mechanical parts.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Nghiem NguyenVan, Kengo Kato, Hideki Ono
Summary: Medium Manganese Transformation Induced Plastic (Mn-TRIP) steels are considered a new generation of advanced high strength sheet steels due to their excellent balance between material cost and mechanical properties. This study investigated the precipitation behavior of AlN inclusions in an Fe-0.5Al-2.0Mn alloy during solidification, revealing two types of nitride inclusions and discussing how the precipitation of AlN can be controlled by adjusting initial Al, N, and O contents.
FRONTIERS IN MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingying Xu, Jinwu Kang, Lele Zheng, Weimin Mao, Jiwu Wang
Summary: The application of a multi-shell mold structure in directional solidification is studied, and the insulation effect and solidification front morphology of this structure are simulated and verified through experiments.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yong-Seok Lee, Seongwoo Kim, Dong-Won Jang, Soon-Bok Lee
Summary: The continuous casting process in manufacturing alloys has received significant attention, particularly regarding the formation of cracks and microstructural changes. Adding various alloying elements to high-carbon steel can create lightweight and high-strength alloys. Studies have investigated the phase transformation and scarfing process after continuous casting using thermal and stress analysis. The probability of fracture was evaluated based on 2000 MPa hot press forming steel, and it was discovered that cracks mainly formed during cooling and scarfing processes. The research proposed a method to suppress cracks formed during these processes.
MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Michael Bernhard, Gabriel Santos, Lukas Preuler, Matthias Taferner, Gerhard Wieser, Julian Laschinger, Sergiu Ilie, Christian Bernhard
Summary: This study presents an overview of m(2)CAST as a development platform for the continuous casting process, optimizing casting practices and calibrating soft reduction to ensure product quality. Two case studies on a continuous slab caster at voestalpine Stahl Linz GmbH showed excellent agreement between calculated and measured temperatures, indicating the effectiveness of the platform.
STEEL RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yi Zhang, Huadong Fu, Jialin He, Jianxin Xie
Summary: Understanding the formation and elimination mechanism of TCP phases in superalloys is crucial for their development. In this study, C15-Laves phase was identified in a Hf-containing Co-based superalloy, with its formation mechanism, thermal stability, and rapid elimination process elucidated. The findings can serve as a basis for composition design and heat treatment optimization of novel multicomponent Co-based superalloys.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Fan Zhao, Guo-ning He, Ya-zheng Liu, Zhi-hao Zhang, Jian-xin Xie
Summary: Titanium microalloying improves the mechanical properties of vanadium microalloyed steels for hot forging mainly by refining austenite grains, resulting in decreased yield strength, increased elongation, and increased impact energy. Additionally, titanium microalloying promotes the nucleation of intragranular ferrite idiomorphs, which may benefit steels with coarse microstructure caused by critical deformation.
JOURNAL OF IRON AND STEEL RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Qiang Zhang, Liang Zheng, Hua Yuan, Zhou Li, Guoqing Zhang, Jianxin Xie
Summary: The chemical state of FGH96 superalloy powders remains unchanged after long-term storage, but the oxygen content and NiO/Ni(OH)(2) layer thickness increase in a short period of time and remain stable afterwards. Powders stored in an oxygen atmosphere have the highest oxygen content, while those stored in vacuum have the lowest. The oxygen content of the stored powders affects the workability of the HIPed parts obtained through isothermal compression.
ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Huan Xu, Yuheng Zhang, Huadong Fu, Fei Xue, Xiaozhou Zhou, Jianxin Xie
Summary: The effects of B and C on the solidification microstructures of Co-Ni-Al-W-based superalloys were studied, with B decreasing solidus temperature and enlarging solidification temperature range, promoting the formation of specific phases, while C reducing segregation and suppressing specific phase formation.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yi Zhang, Huadong Fu, Fanjie Zhou, Jianxin Xie
Summary: The effect of Al content (6-9 at%) on the oxidation of multicomponent gamma'-strengthened cobalt-based superalloys at 800 ?-1000 ? was investigated. The results showed that increasing Al content can improve oxidation resistance at 800 ? and 900 ?, but worsen it at 1000 ?.
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Huadong Fu, Hongtao Zhang, Changsheng Wang, Wei Yong, Jianxin Xie
Summary: This paper introduces the basic strategy for machine learning-assisted design of alloys, reviews the research progress, and discusses the future development trends. It emphasizes the advantages of machine learning in terms of high efficiency and low cost.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MINERALS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Hongtao Zhang, Huadong Fu, Yuheng Shen, Jianxin Xie
Summary: The purpose of this work is to rapidly design the process parameters of a new Cu-Ni-Co-Si alloy using Bayesian optimization machine learning and experimental iteration, while reducing the use of scarce and expensive Co element, and maintaining the same level of properties as the existing C70350 alloy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MINERALS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Changsheng Wang, Huadong Fu, Hongtao Zhang, Xingqun He, Jianxin Xie
Summary: Developing high-performance copper alloys with improved ultimate tensile strength (UTS) and electrical conductivity (EC) has been a challenge. This study employed two thermo-mechanical processes to enhance UTS and EC of the Cu-3.08Ni-0.61Si-0.17Zn0.17Cr-0.04P alloy. The two-stage cold-rolling and aging process significantly improved the alloy's mechanical and electrical properties. Pre-aging combined with two-stage cold-rolling-aging further enhanced the strength. Observation of nano-scale delta-Ni2Si precipitates in the samples revealed their contribution to the improved UTS and EC of the Cu-Ni-Si alloy.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yaliang Zhu, Fangmiao Duan, Wei Yong, Huadong Fu, Hongtao Zhang, Jianxin Xie
Summary: In this study, a machine learning method based on data fusion was proposed to accurately predict creep rupture life of nickel-based superalloys. By using the properties of existing alloys, the method successfully predicted the properties of new alloys and achieved a high accuracy rate.
COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lei Jiang, Zhihao Zhang, Huadong Fu, Shiyu Huang, Dawei Zhuang, Jianxin Xie
Summary: In this study, the corrosion behavior of Al-Zn-Mg-Cu alloys with different components in NaCl solution was experimental studied. The composition changes of micron and nano secondary phases during corrosion were semi-quantitatively characterized. The effect of the type and quantity of the secondary phases on the corrosion resistance and mechanism was discussed. The results showed that AA7050 and AA7136 alloys exhibited localized self-corrosion, while the E2 alloy designed by authors had significantly better pitting resistance due to the absence of secondary phases.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaozhou Zhou, Yuheng Zhang, Yi Zhang, Huadong Fu, Jianxin Xie
Summary: This study investigates the effect of nickel content on the solidification behavior and hot-tearing susceptibility of cobalt-based superalloys. The results indicate that increasing nickel content leads to slower solidification and higher susceptibility to hot-tearing.
METALLURGICAL AND MATERIALS TRANSACTIONS A-PHYSICAL METALLURGY AND MATERIALS SCIENCE
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Guangtao Lin, Fan Zhao, Zhihao Zhang, Jianxin Xie
Summary: This study investigates the hot compression behavior of high-silicon electrical steel and the effect of Nb on its properties. The results show that the addition of Nb can inhibit the growth of dynamic recrystallization grains and the generation of microcracks, as well as reduce the ordered degree of the steel.
STEEL RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence
Yang Liu, Haiyou Huang, Jie Yuan, Yan Zhang, Hongyuan Feng, Ning Chen, Yang Li, Jiao Teng, Kui Jin, Dezhen Xue, Yanjing Su
Summary: In this study, a close relevance between the upper limit of the transition temperature (T-c) and the energy-level distribution of valence electrons in superconducting materials was discovered using machine learning and first-principles calculations. This implies the importance of considering additional inter-orbital electron-electron interaction in interpreting high-T-c superconductivity.
Review
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Jingchao Ma, Chenfei Hu, Peng Zhou, Fangfang Jin, Xu Wang, Haiyou Huang
Summary: The deep learning-based image segmentation approach has become mainstream in microscopic image analysis. However, the lack of sufficient data due to the high cost of image acquisition and annotation limits the accuracy and generalizability of these approaches. Image augmentation, as a necessary module for deep learning-based material microscopic image analysis, can increase the amount of data in a short time by mathematical simulation.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Lei Jiang, Zhihao Zhang, Hao Hu, Xingqun He, Huadong Fu, Jianxin Xie
Summary: One challenge in material design is to rapidly develop new materials or improve existing materials using existing data and knowledge. This study proposes a rapid and effective method of alloy material design through data transfer learning, using existing data to efficiently design new alloys. By transferring 1053 pieces of process-property relationship data of existing AA7xxx commercial aluminum alloys, an optimal three-stage solution-aging treatment process (T66R) was designed for a new type of aluminum alloy (E2 alloy). This method significantly improves the strength and plasticity of the E2 alloy, which is of great importance for lightweight high-end equipment. Microstructure analysis elucidates the mechanism of alloy performance improvement. The study demonstrates that transferring existing alloy data is an effective method for designing new alloys.
NPJ COMPUTATIONAL MATERIALS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Deyong Zheng, Huihui Jin, Yucong Liao, Pengxia Ji
Summary: In this study, a highly stable and efficient catalyst, fluorine-doped Co3O4 (F-Co3O4), was developed for hydrogen production by water electrolysis. The F-Co3O4 catalyst exhibited a remarkable reduction in overpotential and demonstrated excellent stability for over 100 hours.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Ziwen Lv, Jintao Wang, Fengyi Wang, Jianqiang Wang, Fuquan Li, Hongtao Chen
Summary: Adding Cu6Sn5 nano particles can effectively inhibit the overgrowth of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces of solder joints in electronic devices, providing a solution to this issue. A new growth mechanism of intermetallic compounds at the interfaces was identified.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jun Wang, Jiawei Chen, Wanru Liao, Fangyang Liu, Min Liu, Liangxing Jiang
Summary: A BiOI/AgI/Ag plasmonic heterostructure photocathode was successfully designed through electrodeposition, ion-exchange, and illumination methods. This photocathode exhibits superior performance in photoelectrochemical water splitting.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xiaoxiao Liu, Xianxian Zhou, Xiaotao Ma, Qinbo Yuan, Shibin Liu
Summary: In this study, the authors propose a method to accelerate the reaction of polysulfides in lithium-sulfur batteries using a Ni@OC Mott-Schottky heterojunction as a catalyst. The experimental results demonstrate that the charge redistribution at the Ni@OC interface accelerates electron transfer and enhances catalytic activity, leading to improved reaction kinetics and battery performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dayou Ma, Mohammad Rezasefat, Joziel Aparecido da Cruz, Sandro Campos Amico, Marco Giglio, Andrea Manes
Summary: The matrix has a significant effect on the impact resistance of composite materials. Replacing a brittle polymer with a more flexible one can improve impact resistance, but it poses challenges to standard testing methods. This study designs a new fixture for testing the low-velocity impact of soft composites and investigates the effect of the fixture on the mechanical performance.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Lingchang Wang, Qihang Yang, Huzhen Li, Ming Wei, Qian Wang, Zhenzhong Hu, Mengmeng Zhen
Summary: Bronze titanium dioxide (TiO2(B)) is a promising anode material for lithium-ion batteries due to its high specific capacity. However, its practical applications are hindered by poor conductivity and limited electrochemical kinetics. In this study, TiO2(B)-carbon nanosheets heterostructures are synthesized to enhance the cycling performance and rate capability of TiO2(B).
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Atul Thakur, Ritesh Verma, Ankush Chauhan, Fayu Wan, Preeti Thakur
Summary: In this study, BaFe12O19 and BaFe12O19: Epoxy (50:50) nanocomposites were synthesized using the co-precipitation method. The structural information and material properties, such as crystallite size and electrical conductivity, were characterized by XRD, FESEM, EDX, and TEM techniques.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyu Wu, Xinyan Ma, Yong Yang
Summary: A well-defined CoS2@NC(CS-500) hierarchical binder-free catalyst cathode is constructed through in-situ grown of ZIF-67 on carbon cloth and high-temperature carbonization. The cathode shows excellent reaction kinetics and electrochemical performance, providing inspiration for developing advanced Li-CO2 battery catalysts.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Svetlana M. Posokhova, Vladimir A. Morozov, Kirill N. Boldyrev, Dina Deyneko, Erzhena T. Pavlova, Bogdan I. Lazoryak
Summary: This study explores the impact of synthesis method and composition on the structure and luminescence properties of K5Eu1-xHox(MoO4)4 with the palmierite-type matrix. The co-doping of Eu3+ and Ho3+ ions plays a critical role in manipulating charge transfer and luminescence efficiency in the visible and infrared regions.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jian Wang, Yeting Tao, Jingsheng Wang, Youtian Tao
Summary: A new electron-transport material iTPyBI-CN is developed through non-catalytic C-N coupling reaction. It exhibits better electroluminescence efficiency in organic light-emitting diodes compared to the commercial material TPBI, due to its twisted geometry and higher energy levels.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Tao Zhu, Feng Huang, Shuo Li, Yang Zhou
Summary: This article combines XRD analysis and microscopic structural observation to investigate the changes in limestone after high-temperature treatment. It finds that 500 degrees C is the critical temperature for crystalline and spatial arrangement changes in limestone, and the thermal conductivity, specific heat capacity, and heat storage coefficient gradually decrease after thermal treatment.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Muhammad Haekal Habibie, Fransiska Sri Herwahyu Krismastuti, Abdi Wira Septama, Faiza Maryani, Vivi Fauzia
Summary: This study focuses on the synthesis of zinc oxide nanostructure from zinc recovered from galvanization ash and highlights its potential as a sustainable source of zinc and as an antibacterial agent.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jingyi Li, Yixin Xing, Wei Gu, Shousi Lu
Summary: In this study, PC@CaP microparticles were fabricated using biomimetic mineralization. The results showed that under environmental stress, PC@CaP exhibited improved stability and antioxidative activity, indicating its potential use in high-added value fields.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yan Liu, Shunyou Chen
Summary: In this study, TNTs were used as a drug carrier and modified with ZIF-8 and silk fibroin to obtain a new drug loading platform. The results showed that this drug-loaded platform had a good drug release effect in vitro and could promote cell proliferation and osteogenic differentiation.
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Chunhui Zhu, Wentao Wang, Qing Zhen, Xinning Huang, Shixin Li, Shaochang Wang, Xiaoping Ma, Xiaoxia Liu, Yalong Jiao, Kai Sun, Zhuangzhi Li, Huaixin Yang, Jianqi Li
Summary: A type of stacking fault is revealed in e-InSe crystal, which is associated with a small stacking-fault energy and shows exceptional plasticity.