Al 7075 and Mg AZ31 alloys were joined by diffusion bonding method. Joining process was performed in pressure range of 10-35 MPa at temperatures of 430-450 ℃ for 60 min under a vacuum of 13.3 MPa. The microstructure ...Al 7075 and Mg AZ31 alloys were joined by diffusion bonding method. Joining process was performed in pressure range of 10-35 MPa at temperatures of 430-450 ℃ for 60 min under a vacuum of 13.3 MPa. The microstructure evaluation, phase analysis and distribution of elements at the interface were done using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The pressure of 25 MPa was determined as the optimum pressure in which the minimum amount of plastic deformation takes place at the joint. Different reaction layers containing intermetallic compounds, such as Al12Mg17, Al3Mg2 andα(Al) solid solution, were observed, in interfacial transition zone (ITZ). Thickness of layers was increased with increasing the operating temperature. According to the results, diffusion of aluminum atoms into magnesium alloy was more and the interface movement towards the Al alloy was observed. The maximum bond strength of 38 MPa was achieved at the temperature of 440 ℃ and pressure of 25 MPa. Fractography studies indicated that the brittle fracture originated from Al3Mg2 phase.展开更多
Ti−6Al−4V alloy was fabricated via selective laser melting(SLM)to improve its corrosion resistance for implant.The microstructure and electrochemical corrosion behavior were investigated using scanning electron micros...Ti−6Al−4V alloy was fabricated via selective laser melting(SLM)to improve its corrosion resistance for implant.The microstructure and electrochemical corrosion behavior were investigated using scanning electron microscopy(SEM),electron backscatter diffraction(EBSD),transmission electron microscopy(TEM),electrochemical test and contact angle test.It can be found that the as-selective laser melted(as-SLMed)Ti−6Al−4V alloys showβcolumnar microstructure in building direction and nearly circular checkerboard microstructure in scanning direction,while the wrought and wrought+HT samples exhibit equiaxed microstructure.The as-SLMed Ti−6Al−4V alloy exhibits better corrosion resistance than the wrought and wrought+HT samples due to hydrophobicity,high grain boundary density and uniform distribution of alloying elements in simulated artificial saliva at 37℃.展开更多
Microstructure and mechanical properties of the heat affected zone(HAZ)in multi-pass gas metal arc(GMA)welded Al Zn Mg Cu alloy plates were investigated,based upon which the mechanical anisotropy and fracture mechanis...Microstructure and mechanical properties of the heat affected zone(HAZ)in multi-pass gas metal arc(GMA)welded Al Zn Mg Cu alloy plates were investigated,based upon which the mechanical anisotropy and fracture mechanism were analyzed.The microstructure and composition were analyzed by scanning electron microscope(SEM)and energy dispersive spectroscope(EDS).X-ray diffractometer(XRD),transmission electron microscope(TEM)and selective area electron diffraction(SAED)were used to analyze the phase composition.The distribution of microhardness was identified as gradual transition and tensile strength had a tendency to decrease first and then increase.The distribution of nano-sizedη(MgZn2)particles in theα(Al)matrix and Al2MgCu phase determined the tensile performances along the thickness direction and led to the formation of ductile/brittle composite fracture in the HAZ.The continuous distribution of Al2MgCu phase in the strip intergranular precipitates gave birth to premature cracks and the brittle fracture region.The precipitated particles coarsening also led to the deterioration of mechanical properties.展开更多
Friction stir welding was used to join two AA2060-T8 plates,and then the effect of precipitate evolution on microstructure and corrosion behavior of the joint was investigated.The evolution of precipitates on the top ...Friction stir welding was used to join two AA2060-T8 plates,and then the effect of precipitate evolution on microstructure and corrosion behavior of the joint was investigated.The evolution of precipitates on the top surface of the joint was characterized by scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy.The corrosion behaviors of different regions in the joint were investigated by an electrochemistry method and an alternating salt spray exposure.The corrosion was mainly dependent on the nature of precipitates in each region of the joint.The shoulder affected zone had the worst corrosion resistance as a result of the re-dissolved ofθ′(Al2Cu),T1(Al2CuLi)andδ′(Al3Li)phases,the formation of intergranular precipitates and precipitate-free zones.However,the thermomechanically affected zone had a slightly improved corrosion resistance because it had no intergranular precipitates.The heat affected zone and base metal had the best corrosion resistance.展开更多
Selective laser melting(SLM)technology is the prevailing method of manufacturing components with complex geometries.However,the cost of the additive manufacturing(AM)fine powder is relatively high,which significantly ...Selective laser melting(SLM)technology is the prevailing method of manufacturing components with complex geometries.However,the cost of the additive manufacturing(AM)fine powder is relatively high,which significantly limits the development of the SLM.In this study,the 316L fine powder and coarse powder with a mass ratio of 80:20,70:30 and 60:40 were mixed using a ball milling and the samples with a relative density greater than 97%were prepared by SLM.The results show that the intricate temperature gradients and surface tension gradients in SLM will produce Marangoni flow,forming a typical molten pool morphology,cellular and strip subgrain structures.And as the proportion of coarse powder increases,the scanning track morphology changes from smooth to undulating;the morphology of the molten pool and subgrain structure are weakened.Meanwhile,the unmelted particles appear on the surface of the SLM sample.On the premise of an introducing appropriate amount of large particle size powder(20%),the SLM samples still have good mechanical properties(662 MPa,47%).展开更多
TC4 titanium alloy was friction stir welded using a W-Re pin tool,and the defect-free weld was produced with proper welding parameters.The joint consists of stir zone,heat affected zone and base material.The stir zone...TC4 titanium alloy was friction stir welded using a W-Re pin tool,and the defect-free weld was produced with proper welding parameters.The joint consists of stir zone,heat affected zone and base material.The stir zone is characterized by equiaxed dynamically recrystallized α phases and transformed β phases with fine α+β lamellar microstructure.The microstructure of the heat-affected zone is similar to that of the base material,but there is an increase in the volume fraction of β.Transverse tensile strength of the joint is 92% that of the base material,and the joint is fractured in the stir zone and the fracture surface possesses typical plastic fracture characteristics.The stir zone is the weakest part of the joint,through which the tensile characteristics of the TC4 joint can be explained.展开更多
The Al-3.40Mg-1.08Sc alloy plates were manufactured by selective laser melting(SLM) at platform temperatures of 35 ℃ and 200 ℃, respectively, and the corrosion performance of them was studied along height direction....The Al-3.40Mg-1.08Sc alloy plates were manufactured by selective laser melting(SLM) at platform temperatures of 35 ℃ and 200 ℃, respectively, and the corrosion performance of them was studied along height direction. The results show that the corrosion resistance of the alloy plate built at platform temperature of 35 ℃ along height direction is basically the same due to a uniform microstructure;While the corrosion resistance of the alloy plate built at platform temperature of 200 ℃ along height direction is different. The evolution of microstructure and the distribution of secondary phases are investigated, and the results show that the Cu-rich phases in alloy play a key role on corrosion performance. At higher platform temperature, the cooling rate is relative slow and a certain degree of in situ ageing leads to the significantly different distribution of Cu-rich phases along grain boundary. Specimens built at the platform temperature of 200 ℃ are inclined to locate at the crossed grain boundary, rather than continuous segregation of Cu-rich phases along grain boundary that is built at platform temperature of 35 ℃. Therefore, the corrosion resistance of Al-3.40Mg-1.08Sc alloy plate manufactured at platform temperature of 200 ℃ is higher, and presents a gradually decreasing trend along height direction.展开更多
In this study,nano-graphene reinforced titanium matrix composites(GNPs/Ti)with a honeycomb porous structure were fabricated by selective laser melting(SLM).The effects of graphene on the microstructure,mechanical prop...In this study,nano-graphene reinforced titanium matrix composites(GNPs/Ti)with a honeycomb porous structure were fabricated by selective laser melting(SLM).The effects of graphene on the microstructure,mechanical properties and corrosion performance of the SLM GNPs/Ti were systematically investigated.Results of microstructure characterization show that:1)the density of the SLM GNPs/Ti was improved as compared to that of the SLM Ti;2)abundant TiC particles were formed in the SLM GNPs/Ti.The hardness and compressive strength of the composite increased by 90%(from HV 236 to HV 503)and 14%(from 277 MPa to 316 MPa),respectively,attributed to the uniformly distributed TiC and fine GNPs in the Ti matrix.Electrochemical tests reveal that the corrosion current density of the SLM GNPs/Ti is only 0.328μA/cm^(2),that is about 25%less than that of the SLM Ti.The results indicate that the incorporation of nano-graphene is a potential method to strengthen the Ti by SLM.展开更多
文摘Al 7075 and Mg AZ31 alloys were joined by diffusion bonding method. Joining process was performed in pressure range of 10-35 MPa at temperatures of 430-450 ℃ for 60 min under a vacuum of 13.3 MPa. The microstructure evaluation, phase analysis and distribution of elements at the interface were done using scanning electron microscopy (SEM), energy-dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDS) and X-ray diffraction (XRD). The pressure of 25 MPa was determined as the optimum pressure in which the minimum amount of plastic deformation takes place at the joint. Different reaction layers containing intermetallic compounds, such as Al12Mg17, Al3Mg2 andα(Al) solid solution, were observed, in interfacial transition zone (ITZ). Thickness of layers was increased with increasing the operating temperature. According to the results, diffusion of aluminum atoms into magnesium alloy was more and the interface movement towards the Al alloy was observed. The maximum bond strength of 38 MPa was achieved at the temperature of 440 ℃ and pressure of 25 MPa. Fractography studies indicated that the brittle fracture originated from Al3Mg2 phase.
基金The authors are grateful for the financial supports from the National Key R&D Program of China(2017YFB1104100)the New Young Teachers Initiation Plan,China(18X100040027)+1 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China(51971142)the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation(19Z102060057).
文摘Ti−6Al−4V alloy was fabricated via selective laser melting(SLM)to improve its corrosion resistance for implant.The microstructure and electrochemical corrosion behavior were investigated using scanning electron microscopy(SEM),electron backscatter diffraction(EBSD),transmission electron microscopy(TEM),electrochemical test and contact angle test.It can be found that the as-selective laser melted(as-SLMed)Ti−6Al−4V alloys showβcolumnar microstructure in building direction and nearly circular checkerboard microstructure in scanning direction,while the wrought and wrought+HT samples exhibit equiaxed microstructure.The as-SLMed Ti−6Al−4V alloy exhibits better corrosion resistance than the wrought and wrought+HT samples due to hydrophobicity,high grain boundary density and uniform distribution of alloying elements in simulated artificial saliva at 37℃.
基金Project(51905126) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2018M641822) supported by the China Postdoctoral Science Foundation-General ProgramProject(HIT.NSRIF.201703) supported by the Natural Scientific Research Innovation Foundation in HIT,China
文摘Microstructure and mechanical properties of the heat affected zone(HAZ)in multi-pass gas metal arc(GMA)welded Al Zn Mg Cu alloy plates were investigated,based upon which the mechanical anisotropy and fracture mechanism were analyzed.The microstructure and composition were analyzed by scanning electron microscope(SEM)and energy dispersive spectroscope(EDS).X-ray diffractometer(XRD),transmission electron microscope(TEM)and selective area electron diffraction(SAED)were used to analyze the phase composition.The distribution of microhardness was identified as gradual transition and tensile strength had a tendency to decrease first and then increase.The distribution of nano-sizedη(MgZn2)particles in theα(Al)matrix and Al2MgCu phase determined the tensile performances along the thickness direction and led to the formation of ductile/brittle composite fracture in the HAZ.The continuous distribution of Al2MgCu phase in the strip intergranular precipitates gave birth to premature cracks and the brittle fracture region.The precipitated particles coarsening also led to the deterioration of mechanical properties.
基金Beijing Natural Science Foundation (Grant No. 3194048)China Friction Stir Welding Center and to Beijing Key Laboratory of Pipeline Critical Technology and Equipment for Deepwater Oil & Gas Development (Grant No. BIPT2018006) for the financial support
文摘Friction stir welding was used to join two AA2060-T8 plates,and then the effect of precipitate evolution on microstructure and corrosion behavior of the joint was investigated.The evolution of precipitates on the top surface of the joint was characterized by scanning electron microscopy and transmission electron microscopy.The corrosion behaviors of different regions in the joint were investigated by an electrochemistry method and an alternating salt spray exposure.The corrosion was mainly dependent on the nature of precipitates in each region of the joint.The shoulder affected zone had the worst corrosion resistance as a result of the re-dissolved ofθ′(Al2Cu),T1(Al2CuLi)andδ′(Al3Li)phases,the formation of intergranular precipitates and precipitate-free zones.However,the thermomechanically affected zone had a slightly improved corrosion resistance because it had no intergranular precipitates.The heat affected zone and base metal had the best corrosion resistance.
基金Projects(51671152,51304153,51504191,51874225)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(14JK512)supported by the Natural Science Foundation of Shaanxi Educational Committee,China+1 种基金Project(18JC019)supported by Shaanxi Provincial Department of Education Industrialization Project,ChinaProject(14JK1512)supported by Shaanxi Provincial Department of Education Natural Science Special Project,China
文摘Selective laser melting(SLM)technology is the prevailing method of manufacturing components with complex geometries.However,the cost of the additive manufacturing(AM)fine powder is relatively high,which significantly limits the development of the SLM.In this study,the 316L fine powder and coarse powder with a mass ratio of 80:20,70:30 and 60:40 were mixed using a ball milling and the samples with a relative density greater than 97%were prepared by SLM.The results show that the intricate temperature gradients and surface tension gradients in SLM will produce Marangoni flow,forming a typical molten pool morphology,cellular and strip subgrain structures.And as the proportion of coarse powder increases,the scanning track morphology changes from smooth to undulating;the morphology of the molten pool and subgrain structure are weakened.Meanwhile,the unmelted particles appear on the surface of the SLM sample.On the premise of an introducing appropriate amount of large particle size powder(20%),the SLM samples still have good mechanical properties(662 MPa,47%).
基金Project(2010CB731704) supported by the National Basic Research Program of ChinaProject supported by the Program of Excellent Team in Harbin Institute of Technology, China
文摘TC4 titanium alloy was friction stir welded using a W-Re pin tool,and the defect-free weld was produced with proper welding parameters.The joint consists of stir zone,heat affected zone and base material.The stir zone is characterized by equiaxed dynamically recrystallized α phases and transformed β phases with fine α+β lamellar microstructure.The microstructure of the heat-affected zone is similar to that of the base material,but there is an increase in the volume fraction of β.Transverse tensile strength of the joint is 92% that of the base material,and the joint is fractured in the stir zone and the fracture surface possesses typical plastic fracture characteristics.The stir zone is the weakest part of the joint,through which the tensile characteristics of the TC4 joint can be explained.
基金Project(51901207) supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2018M632796) supported by the China Postdoctoral Science FoundationProjects(19A430024, 21A430037) supported by the Plan of Henan Key Scientific Research Project of Universities,China。
文摘The Al-3.40Mg-1.08Sc alloy plates were manufactured by selective laser melting(SLM) at platform temperatures of 35 ℃ and 200 ℃, respectively, and the corrosion performance of them was studied along height direction. The results show that the corrosion resistance of the alloy plate built at platform temperature of 35 ℃ along height direction is basically the same due to a uniform microstructure;While the corrosion resistance of the alloy plate built at platform temperature of 200 ℃ along height direction is different. The evolution of microstructure and the distribution of secondary phases are investigated, and the results show that the Cu-rich phases in alloy play a key role on corrosion performance. At higher platform temperature, the cooling rate is relative slow and a certain degree of in situ ageing leads to the significantly different distribution of Cu-rich phases along grain boundary. Specimens built at the platform temperature of 200 ℃ are inclined to locate at the crossed grain boundary, rather than continuous segregation of Cu-rich phases along grain boundary that is built at platform temperature of 35 ℃. Therefore, the corrosion resistance of Al-3.40Mg-1.08Sc alloy plate manufactured at platform temperature of 200 ℃ is higher, and presents a gradually decreasing trend along height direction.
基金Projects(51504191,51671152,51874225)supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of ChinaProject(2019GY-188)supported by the Key R&D Projects of Shaanxi,China+2 种基金Project(18JC019)supported by the Industrialization Project of Shaanxi Education Department,ChinaProject(PMMSLKL-901)supported by the State Key Laboratory of Metal Porous Materials,ChinaProject(2020ZDLGY13-10)supported by the Science&Technology Project of Shaanxi,China。
文摘In this study,nano-graphene reinforced titanium matrix composites(GNPs/Ti)with a honeycomb porous structure were fabricated by selective laser melting(SLM).The effects of graphene on the microstructure,mechanical properties and corrosion performance of the SLM GNPs/Ti were systematically investigated.Results of microstructure characterization show that:1)the density of the SLM GNPs/Ti was improved as compared to that of the SLM Ti;2)abundant TiC particles were formed in the SLM GNPs/Ti.The hardness and compressive strength of the composite increased by 90%(from HV 236 to HV 503)and 14%(from 277 MPa to 316 MPa),respectively,attributed to the uniformly distributed TiC and fine GNPs in the Ti matrix.Electrochemical tests reveal that the corrosion current density of the SLM GNPs/Ti is only 0.328μA/cm^(2),that is about 25%less than that of the SLM Ti.The results indicate that the incorporation of nano-graphene is a potential method to strengthen the Ti by SLM.