Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuliang Zhao, Dongfu Song, Haoliang Wang, Yiwang Jia, Bo Lin, Yue Tang, Ying Tang, Da Shu, Zhenzhong Sun, Yanan Fu, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: Recycled Al-Mg-Mn-Fe alloys with different Fe levels were successfully prepared by squeeze casting. The relationship between microstructural evolution and mechanical properties was studied using various techniques. The results showed that Fe additions increased the yield strength and ultimate tensile strength of the alloys. The morphological evolution of the alloys from individual Chinese-script to interconnected plate-like shape was observed. In-situ radiography revealed the facet growth behavior of Al6(FeMn) phases during solidification. The applied pressure was found to refine the grains and reduce the volume fraction of pores, contributing to the improvement of strength and elongation.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
Timothy Lee, Jintao Fu, Lin Wang, Jiaxin Liu, Samuel S. Welborn, Johanna Nelson Weker, Eric Detsi
Summary: This study demonstrates that air-free, electrolytic dealloying at room temperature can be used to isolate the difficult-to-synthesize ternary intermetallic compound Mg11Cu6Al12. The isolated Mg11Cu6Al12 phase exhibits a pure microstructure, making it suitable for fundamental research and other difficult-to-synthesize intermetallic compounds.
SCRIPTA MATERIALIA
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Alice Perrin, Sumit Bahl, Donovan N. Leonard, Richard Michi, Kevin Sisco, Alex Plotkowski, Amit Shyam, Ryan Dehoff, Dongwon Shin, Ying Yang
Summary: This study compares AM and conventionally cast Al-Cu-Ce alloys and finds that despite the refined microstructure of the AM alloys, the formation and stability of phases are consistent with the cast alloys. The study also resolves inconsistencies in the previous descriptions of the Al-Cu-Ce alloy phase diagram and adds Al8Cu3Ce as an equilibrium phase.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
DaeHan Kim, JaeHwang Kim, Sigurd Wenner, Elisabeth Thronsen, Calin Daniel Marioara, Randi Holmestad, Equo Kobayashi
Summary: Al-4.5Si-1Cu-0.3Mg(-1Fe) (wt%) alloys fabricated by a deformation-semisolid extrusion (D-SSE) process were investigated by transmission electron microscopy to atomic level. The age-hardening behavior of the alloys was studied through T5 and T6 heat treatments, revealing the presence of disordered Mg-Si(-Cu) precipitates and Cu-containing atomic clusters in different heat treatment conditions. Despite differences in precipitate density, size, and volume fraction, the hardness in the T6 condition was found to be higher in the alloy with the highest Fe content due to the contribution from precipitates nucleated on fragmented beta-Al5FeSi particles and grain boundaries.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2021)
Article
Nanoscience & Nanotechnology
DaeHan Kim, JaeHwang Kim, Equo Kobayashi
Summary: Al 4.5 wt% Si 1 wt% Cu 0.3 wt% Mg(-1 wt% Fe) alloys fabricated by a deformation-semi-solid extrusion (D-SSE) process were investigated through various analytical methods. The Fe-IMCs and Si particles in the alloy were broken and dispersed during the D-SSE process, leading to localized extension and void coalescence contributing to brittle fracture.
MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING A-STRUCTURAL MATERIALS PROPERTIES MICROSTRUCTURE AND PROCESSING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zongyu Dang, Guoliang Qin, Tongyi Li
Summary: Replacing copper with aluminum in the refrigeration industry is a common way to reduce production costs and weight. Inertia friction welding was used to join aluminum and copper pipes, and the effects of welding parameters on mechanical properties were studied. The formation of Al-Cu IMCs at the friction interface plays a crucial role in achieving metallurgical bonding. The type and thickness of IMCs are closely related to the tensile strength of the joints.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Jing Zou, Haitao Zhang, Chuang Yu, Zibin Wu, Cheng Guo, Hiromi Nagaumi, Kai Zhu, Baomian Li, Jianzhong Cui
Summary: Understanding the effect of Mn and Mo additions on the evolution of Fe-containing intermetallic compounds (Fe-IMCs) in Al-Si-Mg cast alloys and their mechanical properties is the focus of this study. Results show that the morphology and size of Fe-IMCs are significantly influenced by the addition of Mn and Mo. Moderate Mn content promotes the formation of Chinese script-like a-Al(FeMn)Si phases, while the combined addition of Mn and Mo refines these phases and promotes the formation of a-Al(-FeMnMo)Si phases. Increasing Mo level leads to the disappearance of certain phases and improves the mechanical performances. A maximum hardness of 87.04 HV, ultimate tensile strength of 275.34 MPa, yield strength of 139.70 MPa, and elongation of 7.88% are achieved with specific Fe, Mn, and Mo additions. Overall, this work provides an efficient method to enhance the mechanical properties of Al-Si-Mg cast alloys by minimizing the adverse effects of Fe-IMCs.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Aida Azizi, Shahab Zangeneh, Milad Mojtahedi, Sajad Rasaee
Summary: The present study investigated the hot deformation behavior of AA4032 alloy modified with Ni and Cu. The effect of extra copper and nickel on the microstructure and phase formation was studied. The best hot working condition was found to be at a temperature range of 720-780 K with a strain rate of 0.001-0.03 s1.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Vitali Doroshenko, Pavel Shurkin, Tatyana Sviridova, Anastasiya Fortuna, Ivan Shkaley
Summary: This study investigates the effect of Fe and Si on the phase composition of an Al-6%Mg-2%Ca-2%Zn alloy, and finds that the addition of Fe and Si significantly alters the microstructure of the alloy.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Xixi Dong, Hamza Youssef, Xiangzhen Zhu, Yijie Zhang, Shihao Wang, Shouxun Ji
Summary: The addition of titanium diboride nanoparticles can enhance the strength and maintain ductility of die-cast AlSi9Cu2Mg alloy. Fe-rich compounds and Q-phase were prone to cracking after the addition of titanium diboride nanoparticles.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Liying Cui, Zhan Zhang, X. -Grant Chen
Summary: This study investigated the microstructural evolution and mechanical properties of five lightweight Al-Cu-Mg-Zn entropy alloys. The alloys exhibited lightweight characteristics and multiphase features. With increasing Cu and other element contents, the volume fraction of intermetallic compounds (ICs) increased, leading to improved yield strength (YS) and reduced plasticity. Alloy 5 (Al77Cu17Zn3Mg2Cr1) showed the highest YS at room temperature and retained the highest YS at 300 degrees C after thermal exposure, making it promising for elevated-temperature applications.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
Jiaqing You, Yunqiang Zhao, Chunlin Dong, Yunhai Su
Summary: In this study, an ultrasonic dynamic-stationary shoulder friction stir method was designed to reduce the IMC thickness and residual stress, thereby enhancing the mechanical properties of Al-Cu joints. The new method allowed for the elimination of microcracks, grain refinement, enhanced dynamic recrystallization, and reduced IMC thickness, resulting in high-strength Al-Cu dissimilar metals welding.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Chaofeng Liu, Xiangyi Jiao, Harood Nishat, Saria Akhtar, Stuart Wiesner, Zhipeng Guo, Shoumei Xiong
Summary: The microstructure and mechanical properties of a newly developed Al-4Mg-2Fe alloy prepared via high pressure die casting were studied. Three types of iron-rich intermetallic compounds (IMCs) were identified in the alloy, with some influencing crack initiation and propagation, while others had minimal effect.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Khalil Ganjehfard, Reza Taghiabadi, Mohammad Talafi Noghani, Mohammad Hossein Ghoncheh
Summary: This study found that in cast Al-Cu alloys, the optimal tensile properties and hot tearing resistance were achieved at a Fe/Si mass ratio of 1, with detrimental effects observed for ratios above or below unity. The presence of beta-CuFe platelets and Si needles/micropores in the microstructure influenced the alloy's performance in tensile strength and hot tearing resistance.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF MINERALS METALLURGY AND MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Engineering, Electrical & Electronic
Wenjing Chen, Nan Ye, Haiou Zhuo, Wenlong Liu, Jiancheng Tang
Summary: A novel Zn-30Sn-2Cu-0.5Ni-0.2Al multicomponent high-temperature lead-free solder alloy was prepared and its thermal behavior and electrochemical properties were investigated. The addition of Cu, Ni, and Al decreased the liquidus temperature and melting heat of the Zn-Sn alloys. The Zn-30Sn-2Cu-0.5Ni-0.2Al alloy exhibited the highest undercooling level (23.9°C). The prepared alloy showed excellent corrosion resistance with the lowest corrosion current density (1.61 μA cm(-2)) and the lowest corrosion rate (0.02120 mm/a). The morphology and quantity of Cu5Zn8 IMCs changed significantly, while the formation and growth of (Ni, Cu)5Zn21 intermetallic compounds (IMCs) remained unchanged after thermal aging. Additionally, the alloy exhibited the best mechanical properties after 5 days of aging, with an ultimate tensile strength (UTS) of 87.88 MPa and an elongation of 32.5%.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS SCIENCE-MATERIALS IN ELECTRONICS
(2023)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Dong-Fu Song, Yu-Liang Zhao, Zhi Wang, Yi-Wang Jia, Dao-Xi Li, Ya-Nan Fu, Da-Tong Zhang, Wei-Wen Zhang
Summary: The evolution of 3D Fe-rich phases in Al-7.0Si-1.2Fe alloys with different Mn contents was characterized using synchrotron X-ray computed tomography. The addition of Mn changed the morphology of Fe-rich phase and reduced its volume fraction, while high Mn content led to decreased ductility of the alloy.
ACTA METALLURGICA SINICA-ENGLISH LETTERS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Xia Luo, Mingyu Li, Jun Ren, Yuliang Zhao, Min Wu, Bensheng Huang
Summary: This study analyzed the microdeformation mechanisms and constitutive behaviors of powder materials, and conducted experiments to investigate the compression process under the semisolid state. The results revealed different stages of deformation, the effects of liquid fraction on strain and defect formation, and proposed a modified constitutive equation and optimum compaction ratio.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dongfu Song, Yiwang Jia, Qing Li, Yuliang Zhao, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: The effect of initial Fe content on the removal efficiency of iron, morphology evolution of the Fe-rich phase, and mechanical properties of the recycled Al-7Si-xFe-1.2xMn alloy during melt holding was investigated. The results show that as the initial Fe content increases, the removal efficiency of Fe increases, and the type and morphology of the Fe-rich phase change. The plasticity of the alloy increases significantly, but the formation of a specific Fe-rich phase morphology in high Fe-containing alloys may hinder further improvement of plasticity.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuliang Zhao, Dongfu Song, Haoliang Wang, Yiwang Jia, Bo Lin, Yue Tang, Ying Tang, Da Shu, Zhenzhong Sun, Yanan Fu, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: Recycled Al-Mg-Mn-Fe alloys with different Fe levels were successfully prepared by squeeze casting. The relationship between microstructural evolution and mechanical properties was studied using various techniques. The results showed that Fe additions increased the yield strength and ultimate tensile strength of the alloys. The morphological evolution of the alloys from individual Chinese-script to interconnected plate-like shape was observed. In-situ radiography revealed the facet growth behavior of Al6(FeMn) phases during solidification. The applied pressure was found to refine the grains and reduce the volume fraction of pores, contributing to the improvement of strength and elongation.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Engineering, Industrial
XinXin Li, JianGuo Wang, YuLiang Zhao, HaiBo Ke, ZhenZhong Sun, Chao Yang, WeiHua Wang
Summary: Pulsed electric current sintering (PECS) is a rapid consolidation method that accelerates the densification process. However, the non-thermal effects of PECS are not well understood. This study investigates the thermal and non-thermal effects of PECS on densification behaviors by introducing an electrically insulative material and validates the modified model with experimental data.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
(2022)
Article
Metallurgy & Metallurgical Engineering
Xian-man Zhang, Zai-yu Chen, Hong-feng Luo, Teng Zhou, Yu-liang Zhao, Zi-cheng Ling
Summary: This work provides an overview of recent progress in understanding the degradation mechanism and improving the corrosion resistance and corrosion-wear resistance of materials in marine environments. The particular emphasis is given to the anti-corrosion properties of periodic layered structures (PLSs). Numerical simulation and experimental analysis reveal the micro-galvanic corrosion dominated degradation mechanism of PLSs. Various laboratory setups for corrosion-wear studies are also summarized. Future research and development prospects for the application of PLSs in corrosion protection methodology are discussed.
TRANSACTIONS OF NONFERROUS METALS SOCIETY OF CHINA
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuliang Zhao, Dongfu Song, Haoliang Wang, Xinxin Li, Lijia Chen, Zhenzhong Sun, Zhi Wang, Tongguang Zhai, Yanan Fu, Yao Wang, Shuhong Liu, Yong Du, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: This study systematically investigates the nucleation and growth mechanisms of Fe-rich phases in Al-Cu-Fe(-Si) alloys under the influence of Al-Ti-B. The experimental results demonstrate that the addition of Al-Ti-B significantly reduces the size and number of primary Al-3(CuFe) phases and refines the size of alpha-Fe in Al-Cu-Fe-Si alloy.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dongfu Song, Yuliang Zhao, Yiwang Jia, Runxia Li, Nan Zhou, Kaihong Zheng, Yanan Fu, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: The effect of Mn addition on the formation and properties of Fe-rich phases in Al-7Si-1.2Fe alloys was systematically studied. The results show that Mn addition changes the morphology of the Fe-rich phase and increases the three-dimensional structure of the phase with increasing Mn content. Excessive Mn addition leads to the formation of large Fe-rich phases, resulting in a reduction in the elongation properties of the alloys.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Dongfu Song, Yuliang Zhao, Yiwang Jia, Guangyao Huang, Zhibo Zhang, Nan Zhou, Xintao Li, Kaihong Zheng, Yanan Fu, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: This study investigates the influence of boron on the nucleation and growth of iron-rich phases in Al-Si alloys through various experimental methods. The results show that boron effectively refines the grain size of Al-7Si-1.2Fe alloys but has no significant impact on the morphology and distribution of iron-rich phases. In Al-Si-Fe alloys with higher iron content, boron has a certain refining effect on primary iron-rich phases but cannot completely inhibit their formation.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Yuliang Zhao, Weixiang He, Dongfu Song, Weiwen Zhang, Fanghua Shen, Baisheng Ma, Yiwang Jia, Zhenzhong Sun, Yanan Fu, Ricardo Fernandez
Summary: The influence of cooling rate on the nucleation and growth of primary Fe-rich phases during solidification of Al-Fe(-Cu) alloy has been studied. It was found that the total number and number density of primary Fe-rich phases are similar at cooling rates of 0.1°C/s and 1.0°C/s, but increase by 300% at a cooling rate of 0.5°C/s. The addition of Cu and higher cooling rates result in constitutional undercooling and promote the formation of refined primary Al3Fe particles.
MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Bo Lin, Xiangxiang He, Rui Xu, Yuliang Zhao, Yemao Lu, Huaqiang Xiao
Summary: Si addition is commonly used to modify the iron-rich intermetallics in Al-Cu-Mn-Fe alloys, which is beneficial to increasing the use of recycled aluminum. Most of the available research has focused on the effect of Si content on the room-temperature mechanical properties of Al-Cu-Mn-Fe alloys. To expand the application of Al-Cu-Mn-Fe-Si alloys as light heat-resistant structural components in the automotive and aerospace industries, it is of great importance to investigate the evolution of iron-rich intermetallics and its effect on the fracture behavior of Al-Cu-Mn-Fe-Si alloys after thermal exposure and high-temperature tensile testing.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Dongfu Song, Yuliang Zhao, Yiwang Jia, Xintao Li, Yanan Fu, Weiwen Zhang
Summary: The synergistic effect of Mn and B on the formation of Iron-rich phases in Al-Si-Fe alloys during solidification was studied comprehensively using SEM/TEM, thermodynamic calculations, and synchrotron Xray imaging. The addition of Mn and B transformed the morphology of Iron-rich phases from coarse primary phases into a uniform and hollow-shaped multibranched Chinese-script morphology. The main modification mechanism is the adsorption of B on the surface of the oxide film, which inhibits the formation of Iron-rich phases at high temperature. This Mn + B compound modification method provides an alternative way to enhance the mechanical properties of recycled Al-Si alloys in industry.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Review
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Weixiang He, Yuliang Zhao, Qiuyun Wei, Huan Liu, Dongfu Song, Fanghua Shen, Zhenzhong Sun, Runxia Li
Summary: Ultrasonic melt processing and cooling rate have significant effects on the microstructure evolution of recycled Al-Cu alloys, resulting in refined grain size, inhibited growth of Fe-rich phases and pores.
JOURNAL OF MATERIALS RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY-JMR&T
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Yuliang Zhao, Weixiang He, Judit Medina, Dongfu Song, Zhenzhong Sun, Yanlin Xue, G. Gonzalez-Doncel, R. Fernandez
Summary: The high temperature strengthening mechanisms in Al-Cu-Fe aluminium alloy were investigated through a comprehensive microstructural study and mechanical testing. It was found that Fe-rich phase particles play a significant role in strengthening through a load transfer mechanism, while the contribution of nanometric Al2CuMg precipitates is limited.
JOURNAL OF ALLOYS AND COMPOUNDS
(2024)
Article
Materials Science, Multidisciplinary
Zhang Chun, Qi Chao, Yan Leilei, Zhao Yuliang, Zhang Yunwei
Summary: The study finds that aluminum-foam-filled corrugated plates can significantly increase compressive strength and energy absorption capacity, and achieve more stable mechanical properties. During compression, aluminum-foam-filled corrugated plates exhibit a noticeable three-dimensional effect. Aluminum-foam-filled corrugated plates made from different strength aluminum alloy plates show similar mechanical properties.
RARE METAL MATERIALS AND ENGINEERING
(2022)