In order to increase the sustainability of future lunar missions,techniques for in-situ resource utilization(ISRU)must be developed.In this context,the local melting of lunar dust(regolith)by laser radiation for the p...In order to increase the sustainability of future lunar missions,techniques for in-situ resource utilization(ISRU)must be developed.In this context,the local melting of lunar dust(regolith)by laser radiation for the production of parts and larger structures was investigated in detail.With different experimental setups in normal and microgravity,laser spots with diameters from 5 mm to 100 mm were realized to melt the regolith simulant EAC-1A and an 80%/20%mixture of TUBS-T and TUBS-M,which are used as a substitute for the actual lunar soil.In the experiments performed,the critical parameters are the size of the laser spot,the velocity of the laser spot on the surface of the powder bed,the gravity and the wettability of the powder bed by the melt.The stability of the melt pool as a function of these parameters was investigated and it was found that the formation of a stable melt pool is determined by gravity for large melt pool sizes in the range of 50 mm and by surface tension for small melt pool sizes in the range of a few mm.展开更多
The kinetic properties of Mg alloy melts are crucial for determining the forming quality of castings,as they directly affect crystal nucleation and dendritic growth.However,accurately assessing the kinetic properties ...The kinetic properties of Mg alloy melts are crucial for determining the forming quality of castings,as they directly affect crystal nucleation and dendritic growth.However,accurately assessing the kinetic properties of molten Mg alloys remains challenging due to the difficulties in experimentally character-izing the high-temperature melts.Herein,we propose that molecular dynamics(MD)simulations driven by deep learning based interatomic potentials(DPs),referred to as DPMD,are a promising strategy to tackle this challenge.We develop MgAl-DP,MgSi-DP,MgCa-DP,and MgZn-DP to assess the kinetic prop-erties of Mg-Al,Mg-Si,Mg-Ca,and Mg-Zn alloy melts.The reliability of our DPs is rigorously evaluated by comparing the DPMD results with those from ab initio MD(AIMD)simulations,as well as available ex-perimental results.Our theoretically evaluated viscosity of Mg-Al melts shows excellent agreement with experimental results over a wide temperature range.Additionally,we found that the solute elements Ca and Zn exhibit sluggish kinetics in the studied melts,which supporting the promising glass-forming abil-ity of the Mg-Zn-Ca alloy system.The computational efficiency of DPMD simulations is several orders of magnitude higher than that of AIMD simulations,while maintaining ab initio-level accuracy.This makes DPMD a highly feasible protocol for building a comprehensive and reliable database of kinetic properties of Mg alloy melts.展开更多
A key component of future lunar missions is the concept of in-situ resource utilization(ISRU),which involves the use of local resources to support human missions and reduce dependence on Earth-based supplies.This pape...A key component of future lunar missions is the concept of in-situ resource utilization(ISRU),which involves the use of local resources to support human missions and reduce dependence on Earth-based supplies.This paper investigates the thermal processing capability of lunar regolith without the addition of binders,with a focus on large-scale applications for the construction of lunar habitats and infrastructure.The study used a simulant of lunar regolith found on the Schr?dinger Basin in the South Pole region.This regolith simulant consists of20 wt%basalt and 80 wt%anorthosite.Experiments were conducted using a high power CO_(2)laser to sinter and melt the regolith in a 80 mm diameter laser spot to evaluate the effectiveness of direct large area thermal processing.Results indicated that sintering begins at approximately 1180℃and reaches full melt at temperatures above 1360℃.Sintering experiments with this material revealed the formation of dense samples up to 11 mm thick,while melting experiments successfully produced larger samples by overlapping molten layers and additive manufacturing up to 50 mm thick.The energy efficiency of the sintering and melting processes was compared.The melting process was about 10 times more energy efficient than sintering in terms of material consolidation,demonstrating the promising potential of laser melting technologies of anorthosite-rich regolith for the production of structural elements.展开更多
Mesophase pitch carbon fibers have an ultra-high modulus and thermal conductivity that are unmatched by other carbon fibers,making it irreplaceable in many fields.However,due to the high temperature dependence of the ...Mesophase pitch carbon fibers have an ultra-high modulus and thermal conductivity that are unmatched by other carbon fibers,making it irreplaceable in many fields.However,due to the high temperature dependence of the viscosity of the melted pitch and the poor mechanical properties of pitch fibers,it is difficult to reduce the fiber diameter when using continuous spinning.We used the Mathworks Matlab software to optimize the mesophase pitch melt spinning model and to simulate the effects of spinning temperature,mass flow rate,winder speed,and quenching air temperature near the spinneret on the maximum shear rate during drawing.Simulation results demonstrate that applying gradient cooling to the melt upon exiting the spinneret significantly reduces the maximum shear rate and extends the drawing zone,thereby promoting the spinning stability and helping reduce the fiber diameter.In the experiment,instead of quenching in air,we applied gradient cooling to the melt,whose temperature decreased according to the equation Ta=298+278exp(−11.4z),where Ta is the final air temperature in Kelvin,and z is the distance from the spinneret in meters.It was found the gradient cooling greatly improved the draw-down ratio,reducing the average diameter of the pitch fibers from 20.8 to 13.1μm,along with improved process stability.The experimental results are in excellent agreement with the predictions.At the same time,the tensile strength of the 1150°C carbonized fibers increased from 0.6 to 1.1 GPa.Although the degree of orientation of the fibers decreased slightly,the tight bonding between microcrystals,the suppression of splitting,and the smaller diameter improved the mechanical properties of carbon fibers.This study provides an effective method for reducing the fiber diameter while improving continuity.展开更多
ZGH401 alloy was prepared under varying laser power levels and scanning speeds by the orthogonal test method using selective laser melting(SLM).The effect of different energy densities on microstructure and mechanical...ZGH401 alloy was prepared under varying laser power levels and scanning speeds by the orthogonal test method using selective laser melting(SLM).The effect of different energy densities on microstructure and mechanical properties of the formed alloy was investigated.The microstructure of ZGH401 was analyzed by scanning electron microscope,electron back-scattered diffraction,and electron probe microanalysis.The results show that the defects of the as-built ZGH401 are gradually reduced,the relative density is correspondingly enhanced with increasing the energy density,and the ultimate density can reach 99.6%.An increase in laser power leads to a corresponding rise in hardness of ZGH401,while a faster scanning speed reduces the residual stress in asbuilt ZGH401 samples.In addition,better tensile properties are achieved at room temperature due to more grain boundaries perpendicular to the build direction than parallel to the build direction.The precipitated phases are identified as carbides and Laves phases via chemical composition analysis,with fewer carbides observed at the molten pool boundaries than within the molten pools.展开更多
The inductive skull melting technology has many advantages for melting of innovative materials in the field of glasses and oxides.It offers high processing temperatures and the compliance of necessary purities at the ...The inductive skull melting technology has many advantages for melting of innovative materials in the field of glasses and oxides.It offers high processing temperatures and the compliance of necessary purities at the same time. Applicable materials are in particular optical glasses,which are applied for lenses,fibers or filters,because the skull melting technology allows high process temperatures and high purities of the final product.In the production of glass materials strong requirements have to be fulfilled regarding the optical characteristics,which are mainly defined and influenced by the melting of the raw material and the following refining process.An unsolved problem in the melting process of glasses and oxides using the inductive skull melting technology was in the past the unknown heat and mass transfer in the melt because temperature and melt flow measurements in the melt are practically impossible due to the high temperatures.On the other hand the temperature and velocity distribution in the melt is very important regarding the safety of the melting process,the process control for producing the required properties of the material or the further development of skull melting installations.The paper describes a new numerical model which is able to simulate the instationary 3D melt flow of glasses and oxides.The numerical model takes into account electromagnetic,convection and Marangoni forces.By this a comprehensive view of the hidden processes in the practical experiments could be obtained. By means of the new numerical model different glass and oxide melting processes were simulated and the results were compared with experimental results.The comparisons show first of all a very good agreement between experimental and numerical results at the melt surfaces.Additionally the numerical results allow to look much deeper inside the melt and show interesting new effects of the heat and mass transfer below the melt surface which were unknown before.展开更多
This review examines the processes of laser heating,melting,evaporation,fragmentation,and breakdown of metal nanoparticles,as well as the dependences and values of the threshold laser parameters that initiate these pr...This review examines the processes of laser heating,melting,evaporation,fragmentation,and breakdown of metal nanoparticles,as well as the dependences and values of the threshold laser parameters that initiate these processes.Literature results are analyzed from experimental studies of these processes with gold,silver,and other nanoparticles,including laser surface melting and evaporation of nanoparticles and Coulomb fragmentation of nanoparticles by ultrashort laser pulses.A theoretical model and description of the thermal mechanisms of mentioned processes with metal(solid)nanoparticles in a liquid(solid)medium,initiated by the action of laser pulses with the threshold fluences,are presented.Comparison of the obtained results with experimental data confirms the accuracy of the model and makes it possible to use them to evaluate the parameters of laser thermal processing of nanoparticles.Applications of the processes include the laser melting,reshaping,and fragmentation of nanoparticles,the formation of nanostructures and nanonetworks,the laser processing of nanoparticles located on substrates,and their cladding on surfaces in various laser nanotechnologies.The use of laser ignition,combustion,and incandescence of nanoparticles is discussed,as is the use of nanoparticle-triggered laser breakdown for spectroscopy.These laser processes are used in photothermal nanotechnologies,nanoenergy,laser processing of nanoparticles,nonlinear optical devices,high-temperature material science,etc.In general,this review presents a modern picture of the state of laser technology and high-temperature processes with nanoparticles and their applications,being focused on the latest publications with an emphasis on recent results from 2021-2024.展开更多
Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)high-entropy alloy(HEA)was reinforced by the small-radius Si.Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Six(x=0 and 0.25)HEAs were fabricated by laser melting deposition.The evolution of microstructure,nanohardness,and w...Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)high-entropy alloy(HEA)was reinforced by the small-radius Si.Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Six(x=0 and 0.25)HEAs were fabricated by laser melting deposition.The evolution of microstructure,nanohardness,and wear properties of Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Six(x=0 and 0.25)HEAs were systematically investigated.Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)HEA exhibits a face-centered cubic(FCC)matrix with Ni3Al-type ordered nanoprecipitates.When Si was doped,σphase and Cr-rich nanoprecipitates existed in the B2 matrix and L12 in the FCC matrix.The nanohardness was increased from 4.67 to 5.45 GPa with doping of Si,which is associated with forming the new phases and improved nanohardness of L12/FCC phases.The coefficient of friction(COF)value was reduced from 0.75 to 0.67 by adding Si.σphase and Cr-rich nanoprecipitates in B2 matrix support a decreased wear rate from 7.87×10^(-4) to 6.82×10^(-4) mm^(3)/(N m).Furthermore,the main wear mechanism of Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)and Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Si0.25 HEAs is abrasive wear.展开更多
High-power laser melting deposition stands as a viable solution for the high-quality and efficient manufacturing of large-sized titani-um alloy components.This article explores how laser influences the quality of depo...High-power laser melting deposition stands as a viable solution for the high-quality and efficient manufacturing of large-sized titani-um alloy components.This article explores how laser influences the quality of deposited layers when operating within a laser power range of 3-8 kW,and a H-shaped TC4 component with half-meter high was successfully fabricated by the laser melting deposition technology with a power of 5 kW,exhibiting a well-formed surface.In addition,the microstructure and properties of deposited TC4 components were examined.The as-deposited component is mainly composed of coarse columnar crystals.However,the distribu-tion and size of grains are particularly uneven with a range of 1-5 mm in length.The deposited TC4 is made up of lots of basketweave structure and a bit Widmanstatten structures at the grain boundaries.What’s more,lath-shapedαphase and a small amount ofβphase can be found in the grain.There is no significant disparity in grain size along the height direction;however,the heat accumula-tion resulting from deposition leads to a reduced length-to-width ratio ofα-laths in the bottom region.The tensile performance of samples from the top area marginally surpasses that of the bottom,and the tensile performance in the vertical direction is marginally better than that in the horizontal direction.According to the prevailing GB/T 38915-2020 and HB 5432-89 standards,the tensile properties of the fabricated components,sampled from various regions and directions,exceed those of forgings.The direction of sampling has weak influence on impact energy;however,fatigue crack propagation experiments indicate that cracks are more pre-valent and propagate at a slightly faster rate in horizontally-oriented specimens,a phenomenon attributed to the combined effects of grain morphology and microstructure.展开更多
Selective laser melting,a predominant additive manufacturing technology for fabricating geometrically complex components,faces signifcant challenges when processing high-performance Ni-based superalloys containing ele...Selective laser melting,a predominant additive manufacturing technology for fabricating geometrically complex components,faces signifcant challenges when processing high-performance Ni-based superalloys containing elevated Al and Ti concentrations(typically>6 wt%),particularly regarding micro-cracking susceptibility.In this study,we demonstrate the successful fabrication of a novel crack-free Ni-based superalloy with 6.4 wt%(Al+Ti)content via optimized energy density,systematically investigating its microstructure,defects,and mechanical properties.Process parameter analysis revealed that insufcient energy densities led to unmolten pores,while excessively high energy densities caused keyhole formation.With an optimal energy density of 51.1 J/mm3,the crack-free superalloy exhibited exceptional mechanical properties:room temperature tensile strength of 1130 MPa with 36%elongation and elevated-temperature strength reaching 1198 MPa at 750℃.This strength enhancement correlates with the precipitation of nanoscaleγ′phases(mean size:31.56 nm)during high temperature.Furthermore,the mechanism of crack suppression is explained from multiple aspects,including energy density,grain structure,grain boundary characteristics,and the distribution of secondary phases.The absence of low-melting-point eutectic phases and brittle phases during the printing process is also explained from the perspective of alloy composition.These fndings provide a comprehensive framework for alloy design and process optimization in additive manufacturing of defect-resistant Ni-based superalloys.展开更多
The effect of melt superheating treatment on the solidification microstructure and mechanical properties of theγ'phase precipitation-strengthened K424 superalloy was investigated.Differential scanning calorimetry...The effect of melt superheating treatment on the solidification microstructure and mechanical properties of theγ'phase precipitation-strengthened K424 superalloy was investigated.Differential scanning calorimetry(DSC)experiments were conducted to explore the influence of melt treatment temperature on the undercooling of the superalloy.Additionally,pouring experiments were carried out to assess how alterations in both the temperature and duration of melt treatment impacted the grain size,secondary dendrite arm spacing(SDAS),elemental segregation,and mechanical properties of the alloy.Metallographic analysis,scanning electron microscopy,energy dispersive spectroscopy(EDS)and Thermo-Calc software were employed for microstructure characterization.The test specimens were subjected to tensile testing at room temperature and stress rupture testing at 975℃ under 196 MPa.The findings reveal that appropriate melt treatment conditions result in decreased grain size,refined SDAS,minimized elemental segregation,and significant improvements in mechanical properties.Specifically,the study demonstrates that a melt treatment at 1,650℃ for 5 min results in the smallest average grain size of 949μm and the smallest SDAS of 25.38μm.Furthermore,the room temperature tensile properties and creep resistance are notably affected by the melt treatment parameters.It is shown that specific melt treatment conditions,such as holding at 1,650℃ for 5 min,result in superior room temperature strength and extended stress rupture life of the K424 superalloy,while a balance between strength and stability is achieved at 1,600℃ with a holding time of 10 min.These findings offer guidance for optimizing the melt treatment parameters for the K424 superalloy,laying a foundation for further investigations.展开更多
Melt ponds are significant physical features on the ice surface throughout the Arctic summer,and the scarcity of observational data has resulted in a vague understanding about it.This study employs satellite data and ...Melt ponds are significant physical features on the ice surface throughout the Arctic summer,and the scarcity of observational data has resulted in a vague understanding about it.This study employs satellite data and multi-model averaged outputs from Coupled Model Intercomparison Project Phase 6(CMIP6)to analyze the spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of Arctic melt ponds and their relationship with sea ice thickness(SIT)and atmospheric energy flux.The ponds first emerge at lower latitudes and gradually extend to cover central ice areas as the season progresses,then persisting longer and covering larger total areas in the central region,with peak areas exceeding 0.6×10^(6)km^(2),which is four to five times that of other marginal areas.Over the past two decades,pond coverage has exhibited markedly different trends with slight decreases in the marginal seas but significant increases in the central area.Both CMIP6 and satellite data indicate that the sea ice carrying capacity,related to thickness,plays a crucial role in creating these differences.There is a marked increasing pond in areas with thicker ice.When the SIT falls below a certain threshold,however,sea ice melting results in decreased pond coverage.Additionally,the energy balance on the ice surface also dramatically impacts pond changes.For instance,the overall pond changes in central area are influenced by net longwave radiation and latent heat,with anomalies in these fluxes correlating highly(up to 0.8)with pond anomalies.Meanwhile,net shortwave radiation primarily causes local pond anomalies through the pond-shortwave feedback only under the clear weather conditions.展开更多
To investigate the stable chromium(Cr)isotope variations during melt percolation in the mantle,we ana-lyzed the Cr isotopic compositions of fresh ultramafic rocks from the Balmuccia and Baldissero peridotite massifs l...To investigate the stable chromium(Cr)isotope variations during melt percolation in the mantle,we ana-lyzed the Cr isotopic compositions of fresh ultramafic rocks from the Balmuccia and Baldissero peridotite massifs located in the Italian Alps.These massifs represent fragments of the subcontinental lithospheric mantle.The samples collected included lherzolites,harzburgites,dunites,and pyroxenites.Lherzolites,formed through 5%-15%fractional melting of a primitive mantle source,exhibited δ^(53)Crvalues ranging from−0.13‰±0.03‰to−0.03‰±0.03‰.These values correlated negatively with Al_(2)O_(3)content,sug-gesting that partial melting induces Cr isotopic fractionation between the melts and residual peridotites.Harzburgites and dunites,influenced by the silicate melt percolation,displayed distinctδ^(53)Cr values.Notably,dunites not spatially associated with the pyroxenite veins exhibited slightly elevatedδ^(53)Cr val-ues(−0.05‰±0.03‰to 0.10‰±0.03‰)relative to lherzolites.This difference likely resulted from pyroxene dissolution and olivine precipitation during melt percolation processes.However,one dunite sample in direct contact with pyroxenite veins showed lowerδ^(53)Cr values(−0.26‰±0.03‰),possibly owing to the kinetic effects during silicate melt percolation.Pyroxenites are formed through the interac-tion of basaltic melts with the surrounding peridotite via a metasomatic reaction or crystallization in a vein.Most of theirδ^(53)Cr values(−0.26‰±0.03‰to−0.13‰±0.03‰)are positively correlated with MgO contents,suggesting that they were influenced by magmatic differentiation.However,two subsam-ples from a single clinopyroxenite vein exhibit anomalously lowδ^(53)Crvalues(−0.30‰±0.03‰and−0.43‰±0.03‰),which are attributed to kinetic isotopic fractionation during melt-percolation pro-cesses.Our findings suggest that melt percolation processes in the mantle contribute to the Cr isotopic heterogeneity observed within the Earth’s mantle.展开更多
Selective laser melting(SLM)is a cost-effective 3 D metal additive manufacturing(AM)process.However,AM 316 L stainless steel(SS)has different surface and microstructure properties as compared to conventional ones.Bori...Selective laser melting(SLM)is a cost-effective 3 D metal additive manufacturing(AM)process.However,AM 316 L stainless steel(SS)has different surface and microstructure properties as compared to conventional ones.Boriding process is one of the ways to modify and increase the surface properties.The aim of this study is to predict and understand the growth kinetic of iron boride layers on AM 316 L SS.In this study,the growth kinetic mechanism was evaluated for AM 316 L SS.Pack boriding was applied at 850,900 and 950℃,each for 2,4 and 6 h.The thickness of the boride layers ranged from(1.8±0.3)μm to(27.7±2.2)μm.A diffusion model based on error function solutions in Fick’s second law was proposed to quantitatively predict and elucidate the growth rate of FeB and Fe_(2)B phase layers.The activation energy(Q)values for boron diffusion in FeB layer,Fe_(2)B layer,and dual FeB+Fe_(2)B layer were found to be 256.56,161.61 and 209.014 kJ/mol,respectively,which were higher than the conventional 316 L SS.The findings might provide and open new directions and approaches for applications of additively manufactured steels.展开更多
The effects of the Laves-decorated dendrite structure on the hydrogen-assisted cracking behavior of the SLM-718 alloy were investigated.The Laves phase exhibits a hydrogen desorption activation energy of 47.67±7....The effects of the Laves-decorated dendrite structure on the hydrogen-assisted cracking behavior of the SLM-718 alloy were investigated.The Laves phase exhibits a hydrogen desorption activation energy of 47.67±7.85 kJ mol^(-1).The results of in situ scanning Kelvin probe force microscopy and hydrogen microprint technique provide direct evidence of the hydrogen trapping by the Laves phase.The high-density dendrite walls consisting of entangled dislocations exhibit an inhibitory effect on hydrogen diffusion.Atomic-scale characterization reveals that dislocation stacking at the Laves/γ-matrix interface induces the formation of dislocation defects and a high-stress concentration in the Laves phase.The presence of hydrogen further promotes the formation of micropore defects and the embrittlement of the Laves phase.Hydrogen-promoted dislocation slip localization and hydrogen-induced reduction of interatomic bonding are the primary reasons for the Laves phase fracture and debonding at the Laves/γ-matrix interface.The coalescence of micropore defects ultimately leads to hydrogen-induced crack formation.展开更多
The melting of seasonal sea ice in Antarctica plays a pivotal role in the region’s carbon cycle,influencing global carbon storage and the exchange of carbon between the atmosphere and the ocean.However,the impact of ...The melting of seasonal sea ice in Antarctica plays a pivotal role in the region’s carbon cycle,influencing global carbon storage and the exchange of carbon between the atmosphere and the ocean.However,the impact of variability in the timing of seasonal sea ice retreat on the flux and composition of sinking particulate matter remains to be elucidated.In this study,we deployed sediment traps in Prydz Bay during the austral summers of 2019/2020 and 2020/2021,noting that sea ice melting occurred approximately one and a half months earlier in the former summer compared to the latter.We analyzed sediment trap data,which included total mass flux(TMF),particulate organic carbon(POC),biogenic silica(BSi),particulate inorganic carbon,and lithogenic particle(Litho)fluxes,as well as the stable isotopesδ^(13)C andδ^(15)N of particulate organic matter(POM).Additionally,we incorporated remote sensing data on sea ice concentration and chlorophyll a.This dramatic delay in sea ice melting timing could result in a significant increase in TMF,BSi and POC fluxes in the summer of 2020/2021 compared to 2019/2020.Elevated BSi fluxes and more ^(13)C-depleted POC in the austral summer of 2020/2021 suggest that the delayed melting of sea ice may have stimulated the productivity of centric diatoms.Furthermore,the higher BSi/POC ratio and more negativeδ^(15)N values of POM,along with a reduced presence of krill in the traps,indicate a diminished grazing pressure from zooplankton,which collectively enhanced the sedimentation efficiency of POC during the austral summer of 2020/2021.These findings highlight the critical role of sea ice melting timing in regulating productivity,flux and composition of sinking particulate matter in the Prydz Bay ecosystem,with significant implications for carbon cycling in polar oceans.展开更多
Strong and ductile Al alloys and their suitable design strategy have long been desired in selective laser melting(SLM).This work reports a non-equilibrium partitioning model and a correspondingly designed Al–7.5Mg–0...Strong and ductile Al alloys and their suitable design strategy have long been desired in selective laser melting(SLM).This work reports a non-equilibrium partitioning model and a correspondingly designed Al–7.5Mg–0.5Sc–0.3Zr–0.6Si alloy.This model effectively quantifies the influence of Mg and Si on hot cracking in aluminum alloy by considering the non-equilibrium partitioning under high cooling rates in SLM.The designed Al–7.5Mg–0.5Sc–0.3Zr–0.6Si alloy exhibits no hot cracks and achieves a remarkably enhanced strength–ductility synergy(a yield strength of(412±8)MPa and a uniform elongation of(15.6±0.6)%),superior to previously reported Al–Mg–Sc–Zr and Al–Mn alloys.A tensile cracking model is proposed to explore the origin of the improved ductility.Both the non-equilibrium partitioning model and the novel Al–7.5Mg–0.5Sc–0.3Zr–0.6Si alloy offers a promising opportunity for producing highly reliable aluminum parts through SLM.展开更多
To clarify the densification behavior,deformation response and strengthening mechanisms of selective laser melted(SLM)Mg-RE alloys,this study systematically investigates a representative WE43 alloy via advanced materi...To clarify the densification behavior,deformation response and strengthening mechanisms of selective laser melted(SLM)Mg-RE alloys,this study systematically investigates a representative WE43 alloy via advanced material characterization techniques.A suitable laser output mode fell into the transition mode,allowing for the fabrication of nearly full-density samples(porosity=0.85±0.021%)with favorable mechanical properties(yield strength=351 MPa,ultimate tensile strength=417 MPa,the elongation at break=6.5%and microhardness=137.9±6.15 HV_(0.1))using optimal processing parameters(P=80 W,v=250 mm/s and d=50μm).Viscoplastic self-consistent analysis and transmission electron microscopy observations reveal that the plastic deformation response of the SLM Mg-RE alloys is primarily driven by basal and prismatic slips.Starting from a random texture before deformation(maximum multiple of ultimate density,Max.MUD=3.95),plastic stretching led the grains to align with the Z-axis,finally resulting in a{0001}<1010>texture orientation after fracture(Max.MUD=8.755).Main phases of the SLM state are mainly composed ofα-Mg,Mg_(24)Y_(5) andβ'-Mg_(41)Nd_(5),with an average grain size of only 4.27μm(about a quarter of that in the extruded state),resulting in a favorable strength-toughness ratio.Except for the nano-β'phase and semi-coherent Mg_(24)Y_(5) phase(mismatch=16.12%)around the grain boundaries,a small amount of nano-ZrO_(2) and Y_(2)O_(3) particles also play a role in dispersion strengthening.The high mechanical properties of the SLM state are chiefly attributed to precipitation hardening(44.41%),solid solution strengthening(34.06%)and grain boundary strengthening(21.53%),with precipitation hardening being predominantly driven by dislocation strengthening(67.77%).High-performance SLM Mg-RE alloy components were manufactured and showcased at TCT Asia 2024,receiving favorable attention.This work underscores the significant application potential of SLM Mg-RE alloys and establishes a strong foundation for advancing their use in the biomedical fields.展开更多
Laser shock peening(LSP)was used to enhance the high-temperature oxidation resistance of laser melting deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy.The microstructure and high-temperature oxidation behavior of the as-deposited Ti45Al8Nb...Laser shock peening(LSP)was used to enhance the high-temperature oxidation resistance of laser melting deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy.The microstructure and high-temperature oxidation behavior of the as-deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy before and after LSP were investigated by scanning electron microscopy,X-ray diffraction,and electron backscatter diffraction.The results indicated that the rate of mass gain in the as-deposited sample after LSP exhibited a decrease when exposed to an oxidation temperature of 900℃,implying that LSP-treated samples exhibited superior oxidation resistance at high temperatures.A gradient structure with a fine-grain layer,a deformed-grain layer,and a coarse-grain layer was formed in the LSP-treated sample,which facilitated the diffusion of the Al atom during oxidation,leading to the formation of a dense Al_(2)O_(3)layer on the surface.The mechanism of improvement in the oxidation resistance of the as-deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy via LSP was discussed.展开更多
The AlMgScZr high-strength aluminum alloy fabricated by selective laser melting(SLM)technology exhibits a“bimodal microstructure”,resulting in significant non-uniform deformation during thermal deformation.This stud...The AlMgScZr high-strength aluminum alloy fabricated by selective laser melting(SLM)technology exhibits a“bimodal microstructure”,resulting in significant non-uniform deformation during thermal deformation.This study investigates the flow behavior of SLM-processed AlMgScZr aluminum alloy utilizing the Gleeble-1500D thermal simulation machine.The true stress-strain curves were amended based on the friction theory.Through determining the Zener-Hollomon parameters,the correlation between flow stress,deformation temperature,and strain rate during the high-temperature thermoplastic deformation of SLM-processed AlMgScZr aluminum alloy with a“bimodal microstructure”was established.In addition,the microstructural evolution during thermal deformation was analyzed.The results indicated that the predicted flow stress values obtained from the Arrhenius constitutive equation with coupled correction of thermal deformation parameters closely matched the experimental values.The correlation coefficient and the average absolute relative error of the corrected model were 0.999 and 2.766%,respectively,accurately predicting the thermoplastic deformation behavior of SLM-processed high-strength aluminum alloy with a“bimodal microstructure”.Furthermore,hot processing maps at different strains were established,identifying stable and unstable regions under different deformation conditions.Microstructural observations revealed different thermal deformation mechanisms under various deformation temperatures.Specifically,dynamic recrystallization characteristics dominated the microstructure at lower temperatures(300-360℃),while dynamic recovery was dominant at higher temperatures(390-500℃).展开更多
基金supported by 40th DLR Parabolic Flight Campaign and within the project"Powder based Additive Manufacturing at reduced Gravitation"(Grant No.FKZ:50WM2068)European Space Agency,OSIP Off-Earth Manufacturing and Construction Campaign(Grant No.4000134280/21/NL/GLC/mk)。
文摘In order to increase the sustainability of future lunar missions,techniques for in-situ resource utilization(ISRU)must be developed.In this context,the local melting of lunar dust(regolith)by laser radiation for the production of parts and larger structures was investigated in detail.With different experimental setups in normal and microgravity,laser spots with diameters from 5 mm to 100 mm were realized to melt the regolith simulant EAC-1A and an 80%/20%mixture of TUBS-T and TUBS-M,which are used as a substitute for the actual lunar soil.In the experiments performed,the critical parameters are the size of the laser spot,the velocity of the laser spot on the surface of the powder bed,the gravity and the wettability of the powder bed by the melt.The stability of the melt pool as a function of these parameters was investigated and it was found that the formation of a stable melt pool is determined by gravity for large melt pool sizes in the range of 50 mm and by surface tension for small melt pool sizes in the range of a few mm.
基金Financial support from the National Natural Science Founda-tion of China(Nos.52222409 and52074132)the National Key Research and Development Program(No.2022YFE0122000)+1 种基金Partial financial support comes from the Science and Technology Development Program of Jilin Province(No.20210301025GX)the Fundamental Research Funds for the Central Universities,JLU.
文摘The kinetic properties of Mg alloy melts are crucial for determining the forming quality of castings,as they directly affect crystal nucleation and dendritic growth.However,accurately assessing the kinetic properties of molten Mg alloys remains challenging due to the difficulties in experimentally character-izing the high-temperature melts.Herein,we propose that molecular dynamics(MD)simulations driven by deep learning based interatomic potentials(DPs),referred to as DPMD,are a promising strategy to tackle this challenge.We develop MgAl-DP,MgSi-DP,MgCa-DP,and MgZn-DP to assess the kinetic prop-erties of Mg-Al,Mg-Si,Mg-Ca,and Mg-Zn alloy melts.The reliability of our DPs is rigorously evaluated by comparing the DPMD results with those from ab initio MD(AIMD)simulations,as well as available ex-perimental results.Our theoretically evaluated viscosity of Mg-Al melts shows excellent agreement with experimental results over a wide temperature range.Additionally,we found that the solute elements Ca and Zn exhibit sluggish kinetics in the studied melts,which supporting the promising glass-forming abil-ity of the Mg-Zn-Ca alloy system.The computational efficiency of DPMD simulations is several orders of magnitude higher than that of AIMD simulations,while maintaining ab initio-level accuracy.This makes DPMD a highly feasible protocol for building a comprehensive and reliable database of kinetic properties of Mg alloy melts.
文摘A key component of future lunar missions is the concept of in-situ resource utilization(ISRU),which involves the use of local resources to support human missions and reduce dependence on Earth-based supplies.This paper investigates the thermal processing capability of lunar regolith without the addition of binders,with a focus on large-scale applications for the construction of lunar habitats and infrastructure.The study used a simulant of lunar regolith found on the Schr?dinger Basin in the South Pole region.This regolith simulant consists of20 wt%basalt and 80 wt%anorthosite.Experiments were conducted using a high power CO_(2)laser to sinter and melt the regolith in a 80 mm diameter laser spot to evaluate the effectiveness of direct large area thermal processing.Results indicated that sintering begins at approximately 1180℃and reaches full melt at temperatures above 1360℃.Sintering experiments with this material revealed the formation of dense samples up to 11 mm thick,while melting experiments successfully produced larger samples by overlapping molten layers and additive manufacturing up to 50 mm thick.The energy efficiency of the sintering and melting processes was compared.The melting process was about 10 times more energy efficient than sintering in terms of material consolidation,demonstrating the promising potential of laser melting technologies of anorthosite-rich regolith for the production of structural elements.
文摘Mesophase pitch carbon fibers have an ultra-high modulus and thermal conductivity that are unmatched by other carbon fibers,making it irreplaceable in many fields.However,due to the high temperature dependence of the viscosity of the melted pitch and the poor mechanical properties of pitch fibers,it is difficult to reduce the fiber diameter when using continuous spinning.We used the Mathworks Matlab software to optimize the mesophase pitch melt spinning model and to simulate the effects of spinning temperature,mass flow rate,winder speed,and quenching air temperature near the spinneret on the maximum shear rate during drawing.Simulation results demonstrate that applying gradient cooling to the melt upon exiting the spinneret significantly reduces the maximum shear rate and extends the drawing zone,thereby promoting the spinning stability and helping reduce the fiber diameter.In the experiment,instead of quenching in air,we applied gradient cooling to the melt,whose temperature decreased according to the equation Ta=298+278exp(−11.4z),where Ta is the final air temperature in Kelvin,and z is the distance from the spinneret in meters.It was found the gradient cooling greatly improved the draw-down ratio,reducing the average diameter of the pitch fibers from 20.8 to 13.1μm,along with improved process stability.The experimental results are in excellent agreement with the predictions.At the same time,the tensile strength of the 1150°C carbonized fibers increased from 0.6 to 1.1 GPa.Although the degree of orientation of the fibers decreased slightly,the tight bonding between microcrystals,the suppression of splitting,and the smaller diameter improved the mechanical properties of carbon fibers.This study provides an effective method for reducing the fiber diameter while improving continuity.
基金National Defense Science and Technology Project Management Center(2021-JCJQ-JJ-0092)。
文摘ZGH401 alloy was prepared under varying laser power levels and scanning speeds by the orthogonal test method using selective laser melting(SLM).The effect of different energy densities on microstructure and mechanical properties of the formed alloy was investigated.The microstructure of ZGH401 was analyzed by scanning electron microscope,electron back-scattered diffraction,and electron probe microanalysis.The results show that the defects of the as-built ZGH401 are gradually reduced,the relative density is correspondingly enhanced with increasing the energy density,and the ultimate density can reach 99.6%.An increase in laser power leads to a corresponding rise in hardness of ZGH401,while a faster scanning speed reduces the residual stress in asbuilt ZGH401 samples.In addition,better tensile properties are achieved at room temperature due to more grain boundaries perpendicular to the build direction than parallel to the build direction.The precipitated phases are identified as carbides and Laves phases via chemical composition analysis,with fewer carbides observed at the molten pool boundaries than within the molten pools.
文摘The inductive skull melting technology has many advantages for melting of innovative materials in the field of glasses and oxides.It offers high processing temperatures and the compliance of necessary purities at the same time. Applicable materials are in particular optical glasses,which are applied for lenses,fibers or filters,because the skull melting technology allows high process temperatures and high purities of the final product.In the production of glass materials strong requirements have to be fulfilled regarding the optical characteristics,which are mainly defined and influenced by the melting of the raw material and the following refining process.An unsolved problem in the melting process of glasses and oxides using the inductive skull melting technology was in the past the unknown heat and mass transfer in the melt because temperature and melt flow measurements in the melt are practically impossible due to the high temperatures.On the other hand the temperature and velocity distribution in the melt is very important regarding the safety of the melting process,the process control for producing the required properties of the material or the further development of skull melting installations.The paper describes a new numerical model which is able to simulate the instationary 3D melt flow of glasses and oxides.The numerical model takes into account electromagnetic,convection and Marangoni forces.By this a comprehensive view of the hidden processes in the practical experiments could be obtained. By means of the new numerical model different glass and oxide melting processes were simulated and the results were compared with experimental results.The comparisons show first of all a very good agreement between experimental and numerical results at the melt surfaces.Additionally the numerical results allow to look much deeper inside the melt and show interesting new effects of the heat and mass transfer below the melt surface which were unknown before.
文摘This review examines the processes of laser heating,melting,evaporation,fragmentation,and breakdown of metal nanoparticles,as well as the dependences and values of the threshold laser parameters that initiate these processes.Literature results are analyzed from experimental studies of these processes with gold,silver,and other nanoparticles,including laser surface melting and evaporation of nanoparticles and Coulomb fragmentation of nanoparticles by ultrashort laser pulses.A theoretical model and description of the thermal mechanisms of mentioned processes with metal(solid)nanoparticles in a liquid(solid)medium,initiated by the action of laser pulses with the threshold fluences,are presented.Comparison of the obtained results with experimental data confirms the accuracy of the model and makes it possible to use them to evaluate the parameters of laser thermal processing of nanoparticles.Applications of the processes include the laser melting,reshaping,and fragmentation of nanoparticles,the formation of nanostructures and nanonetworks,the laser processing of nanoparticles located on substrates,and their cladding on surfaces in various laser nanotechnologies.The use of laser ignition,combustion,and incandescence of nanoparticles is discussed,as is the use of nanoparticle-triggered laser breakdown for spectroscopy.These laser processes are used in photothermal nanotechnologies,nanoenergy,laser processing of nanoparticles,nonlinear optical devices,high-temperature material science,etc.In general,this review presents a modern picture of the state of laser technology and high-temperature processes with nanoparticles and their applications,being focused on the latest publications with an emphasis on recent results from 2021-2024.
基金supported by the China Scholarship Council(No.202208210253)the Natural Science Foundation of Liaoning Province(2022-MS-272)the Scientific Research Funding Project of the Education Department of Liaoning Province(LJKMZ20220463).
文摘Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)high-entropy alloy(HEA)was reinforced by the small-radius Si.Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Six(x=0 and 0.25)HEAs were fabricated by laser melting deposition.The evolution of microstructure,nanohardness,and wear properties of Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Six(x=0 and 0.25)HEAs were systematically investigated.Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)HEA exhibits a face-centered cubic(FCC)matrix with Ni3Al-type ordered nanoprecipitates.When Si was doped,σphase and Cr-rich nanoprecipitates existed in the B2 matrix and L12 in the FCC matrix.The nanohardness was increased from 4.67 to 5.45 GPa with doping of Si,which is associated with forming the new phases and improved nanohardness of L12/FCC phases.The coefficient of friction(COF)value was reduced from 0.75 to 0.67 by adding Si.σphase and Cr-rich nanoprecipitates in B2 matrix support a decreased wear rate from 7.87×10^(-4) to 6.82×10^(-4) mm^(3)/(N m).Furthermore,the main wear mechanism of Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)and Al_(0.5)CrFeNi_(2.5)Si0.25 HEAs is abrasive wear.
基金supported by National Key Research and Development Program Project(2022YFB4602300)National Natural Science Foundation Sponsored Project(52205419)Major Science and Technology Projects in Sichuan Province(2023ZDZX0003).
文摘High-power laser melting deposition stands as a viable solution for the high-quality and efficient manufacturing of large-sized titani-um alloy components.This article explores how laser influences the quality of deposited layers when operating within a laser power range of 3-8 kW,and a H-shaped TC4 component with half-meter high was successfully fabricated by the laser melting deposition technology with a power of 5 kW,exhibiting a well-formed surface.In addition,the microstructure and properties of deposited TC4 components were examined.The as-deposited component is mainly composed of coarse columnar crystals.However,the distribu-tion and size of grains are particularly uneven with a range of 1-5 mm in length.The deposited TC4 is made up of lots of basketweave structure and a bit Widmanstatten structures at the grain boundaries.What’s more,lath-shapedαphase and a small amount ofβphase can be found in the grain.There is no significant disparity in grain size along the height direction;however,the heat accumula-tion resulting from deposition leads to a reduced length-to-width ratio ofα-laths in the bottom region.The tensile performance of samples from the top area marginally surpasses that of the bottom,and the tensile performance in the vertical direction is marginally better than that in the horizontal direction.According to the prevailing GB/T 38915-2020 and HB 5432-89 standards,the tensile properties of the fabricated components,sampled from various regions and directions,exceed those of forgings.The direction of sampling has weak influence on impact energy;however,fatigue crack propagation experiments indicate that cracks are more pre-valent and propagate at a slightly faster rate in horizontally-oriented specimens,a phenomenon attributed to the combined effects of grain morphology and microstructure.
基金supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.51775140 and 52232004)supported by the Shenzhen Science and Technology Plan(KJZD20230923113900001).
文摘Selective laser melting,a predominant additive manufacturing technology for fabricating geometrically complex components,faces signifcant challenges when processing high-performance Ni-based superalloys containing elevated Al and Ti concentrations(typically>6 wt%),particularly regarding micro-cracking susceptibility.In this study,we demonstrate the successful fabrication of a novel crack-free Ni-based superalloy with 6.4 wt%(Al+Ti)content via optimized energy density,systematically investigating its microstructure,defects,and mechanical properties.Process parameter analysis revealed that insufcient energy densities led to unmolten pores,while excessively high energy densities caused keyhole formation.With an optimal energy density of 51.1 J/mm3,the crack-free superalloy exhibited exceptional mechanical properties:room temperature tensile strength of 1130 MPa with 36%elongation and elevated-temperature strength reaching 1198 MPa at 750℃.This strength enhancement correlates with the precipitation of nanoscaleγ′phases(mean size:31.56 nm)during high temperature.Furthermore,the mechanism of crack suppression is explained from multiple aspects,including energy density,grain structure,grain boundary characteristics,and the distribution of secondary phases.The absence of low-melting-point eutectic phases and brittle phases during the printing process is also explained from the perspective of alloy composition.These fndings provide a comprehensive framework for alloy design and process optimization in additive manufacturing of defect-resistant Ni-based superalloys.
基金financially supported by the Natural Science Foundation Joint Fund of Liaoning Province,China(No.2023-MSLH-342).
文摘The effect of melt superheating treatment on the solidification microstructure and mechanical properties of theγ'phase precipitation-strengthened K424 superalloy was investigated.Differential scanning calorimetry(DSC)experiments were conducted to explore the influence of melt treatment temperature on the undercooling of the superalloy.Additionally,pouring experiments were carried out to assess how alterations in both the temperature and duration of melt treatment impacted the grain size,secondary dendrite arm spacing(SDAS),elemental segregation,and mechanical properties of the alloy.Metallographic analysis,scanning electron microscopy,energy dispersive spectroscopy(EDS)and Thermo-Calc software were employed for microstructure characterization.The test specimens were subjected to tensile testing at room temperature and stress rupture testing at 975℃ under 196 MPa.The findings reveal that appropriate melt treatment conditions result in decreased grain size,refined SDAS,minimized elemental segregation,and significant improvements in mechanical properties.Specifically,the study demonstrates that a melt treatment at 1,650℃ for 5 min results in the smallest average grain size of 949μm and the smallest SDAS of 25.38μm.Furthermore,the room temperature tensile properties and creep resistance are notably affected by the melt treatment parameters.It is shown that specific melt treatment conditions,such as holding at 1,650℃ for 5 min,result in superior room temperature strength and extended stress rupture life of the K424 superalloy,while a balance between strength and stability is achieved at 1,600℃ with a holding time of 10 min.These findings offer guidance for optimizing the melt treatment parameters for the K424 superalloy,laying a foundation for further investigations.
基金The National Natural Science Foundation of China under contract Nos 42175172 and 41975134.
文摘Melt ponds are significant physical features on the ice surface throughout the Arctic summer,and the scarcity of observational data has resulted in a vague understanding about it.This study employs satellite data and multi-model averaged outputs from Coupled Model Intercomparison Project Phase 6(CMIP6)to analyze the spatiotemporal evolution characteristics of Arctic melt ponds and their relationship with sea ice thickness(SIT)and atmospheric energy flux.The ponds first emerge at lower latitudes and gradually extend to cover central ice areas as the season progresses,then persisting longer and covering larger total areas in the central region,with peak areas exceeding 0.6×10^(6)km^(2),which is four to five times that of other marginal areas.Over the past two decades,pond coverage has exhibited markedly different trends with slight decreases in the marginal seas but significant increases in the central area.Both CMIP6 and satellite data indicate that the sea ice carrying capacity,related to thickness,plays a crucial role in creating these differences.There is a marked increasing pond in areas with thicker ice.When the SIT falls below a certain threshold,however,sea ice melting results in decreased pond coverage.Additionally,the energy balance on the ice surface also dramatically impacts pond changes.For instance,the overall pond changes in central area are influenced by net longwave radiation and latent heat,with anomalies in these fluxes correlating highly(up to 0.8)with pond anomalies.Meanwhile,net shortwave radiation primarily causes local pond anomalies through the pond-shortwave feedback only under the clear weather conditions.
基金supported by National Natural Science Foundation of China(Grant No.42473017)Hong Kong RGC grants(JLFS/P-702/24 and 17308023)China Geological Survey project(Grant No.DD20242037).
文摘To investigate the stable chromium(Cr)isotope variations during melt percolation in the mantle,we ana-lyzed the Cr isotopic compositions of fresh ultramafic rocks from the Balmuccia and Baldissero peridotite massifs located in the Italian Alps.These massifs represent fragments of the subcontinental lithospheric mantle.The samples collected included lherzolites,harzburgites,dunites,and pyroxenites.Lherzolites,formed through 5%-15%fractional melting of a primitive mantle source,exhibited δ^(53)Crvalues ranging from−0.13‰±0.03‰to−0.03‰±0.03‰.These values correlated negatively with Al_(2)O_(3)content,sug-gesting that partial melting induces Cr isotopic fractionation between the melts and residual peridotites.Harzburgites and dunites,influenced by the silicate melt percolation,displayed distinctδ^(53)Cr values.Notably,dunites not spatially associated with the pyroxenite veins exhibited slightly elevatedδ^(53)Cr val-ues(−0.05‰±0.03‰to 0.10‰±0.03‰)relative to lherzolites.This difference likely resulted from pyroxene dissolution and olivine precipitation during melt percolation processes.However,one dunite sample in direct contact with pyroxenite veins showed lowerδ^(53)Cr values(−0.26‰±0.03‰),possibly owing to the kinetic effects during silicate melt percolation.Pyroxenites are formed through the interac-tion of basaltic melts with the surrounding peridotite via a metasomatic reaction or crystallization in a vein.Most of theirδ^(53)Cr values(−0.26‰±0.03‰to−0.13‰±0.03‰)are positively correlated with MgO contents,suggesting that they were influenced by magmatic differentiation.However,two subsam-ples from a single clinopyroxenite vein exhibit anomalously lowδ^(53)Crvalues(−0.30‰±0.03‰and−0.43‰±0.03‰),which are attributed to kinetic isotopic fractionation during melt-percolation pro-cesses.Our findings suggest that melt percolation processes in the mantle contribute to the Cr isotopic heterogeneity observed within the Earth’s mantle.
文摘Selective laser melting(SLM)is a cost-effective 3 D metal additive manufacturing(AM)process.However,AM 316 L stainless steel(SS)has different surface and microstructure properties as compared to conventional ones.Boriding process is one of the ways to modify and increase the surface properties.The aim of this study is to predict and understand the growth kinetic of iron boride layers on AM 316 L SS.In this study,the growth kinetic mechanism was evaluated for AM 316 L SS.Pack boriding was applied at 850,900 and 950℃,each for 2,4 and 6 h.The thickness of the boride layers ranged from(1.8±0.3)μm to(27.7±2.2)μm.A diffusion model based on error function solutions in Fick’s second law was proposed to quantitatively predict and elucidate the growth rate of FeB and Fe_(2)B phase layers.The activation energy(Q)values for boron diffusion in FeB layer,Fe_(2)B layer,and dual FeB+Fe_(2)B layer were found to be 256.56,161.61 and 209.014 kJ/mol,respectively,which were higher than the conventional 316 L SS.The findings might provide and open new directions and approaches for applications of additively manufactured steels.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(Nos.U21A2044 and 52201060)CGN-USTB Joint Research and Development Center for Advanced Energy Materials and Service Safet.
文摘The effects of the Laves-decorated dendrite structure on the hydrogen-assisted cracking behavior of the SLM-718 alloy were investigated.The Laves phase exhibits a hydrogen desorption activation energy of 47.67±7.85 kJ mol^(-1).The results of in situ scanning Kelvin probe force microscopy and hydrogen microprint technique provide direct evidence of the hydrogen trapping by the Laves phase.The high-density dendrite walls consisting of entangled dislocations exhibit an inhibitory effect on hydrogen diffusion.Atomic-scale characterization reveals that dislocation stacking at the Laves/γ-matrix interface induces the formation of dislocation defects and a high-stress concentration in the Laves phase.The presence of hydrogen further promotes the formation of micropore defects and the embrittlement of the Laves phase.Hydrogen-promoted dislocation slip localization and hydrogen-induced reduction of interatomic bonding are the primary reasons for the Laves phase fracture and debonding at the Laves/γ-matrix interface.The coalescence of micropore defects ultimately leads to hydrogen-induced crack formation.
基金The National Key Research and Development Program of China under contract No.2022YFE0136500the Scientific Research Fund of the Second Institute of Oceanography,Ministry of Natural Resources,under contract Nos JG2212 and JG2211+2 种基金the National Natural Science Foundation of China under contract Nos 42276255,41976228,and 42176227the National Polar Special Program“Impact and Response of Antarctic Seas to Climate Change”under contract Nos IRASCC 01-01-02 and IRASCC 02-02the China Scholarship Council under contract No.201704180017.
文摘The melting of seasonal sea ice in Antarctica plays a pivotal role in the region’s carbon cycle,influencing global carbon storage and the exchange of carbon between the atmosphere and the ocean.However,the impact of variability in the timing of seasonal sea ice retreat on the flux and composition of sinking particulate matter remains to be elucidated.In this study,we deployed sediment traps in Prydz Bay during the austral summers of 2019/2020 and 2020/2021,noting that sea ice melting occurred approximately one and a half months earlier in the former summer compared to the latter.We analyzed sediment trap data,which included total mass flux(TMF),particulate organic carbon(POC),biogenic silica(BSi),particulate inorganic carbon,and lithogenic particle(Litho)fluxes,as well as the stable isotopesδ^(13)C andδ^(15)N of particulate organic matter(POM).Additionally,we incorporated remote sensing data on sea ice concentration and chlorophyll a.This dramatic delay in sea ice melting timing could result in a significant increase in TMF,BSi and POC fluxes in the summer of 2020/2021 compared to 2019/2020.Elevated BSi fluxes and more ^(13)C-depleted POC in the austral summer of 2020/2021 suggest that the delayed melting of sea ice may have stimulated the productivity of centric diatoms.Furthermore,the higher BSi/POC ratio and more negativeδ^(15)N values of POM,along with a reduced presence of krill in the traps,indicate a diminished grazing pressure from zooplankton,which collectively enhanced the sedimentation efficiency of POC during the austral summer of 2020/2021.These findings highlight the critical role of sea ice melting timing in regulating productivity,flux and composition of sinking particulate matter in the Prydz Bay ecosystem,with significant implications for carbon cycling in polar oceans.
基金financially supported by the National Natural Science Foundation of China(No.52071321)the Science Foundation of Anhui,China(No.2108085QE189)+2 种基金the Major Research Development Program of Wuhu,China(Nos.2023yf107 and 2023yf063)the Major Projects of Anhui Provincial Department of Education,China(Nos.2022AH050956 and 2022AH050974)the Start-up funding of Anhui Polytechnic University,China(No.2022YQQ006)。
文摘Strong and ductile Al alloys and their suitable design strategy have long been desired in selective laser melting(SLM).This work reports a non-equilibrium partitioning model and a correspondingly designed Al–7.5Mg–0.5Sc–0.3Zr–0.6Si alloy.This model effectively quantifies the influence of Mg and Si on hot cracking in aluminum alloy by considering the non-equilibrium partitioning under high cooling rates in SLM.The designed Al–7.5Mg–0.5Sc–0.3Zr–0.6Si alloy exhibits no hot cracks and achieves a remarkably enhanced strength–ductility synergy(a yield strength of(412±8)MPa and a uniform elongation of(15.6±0.6)%),superior to previously reported Al–Mg–Sc–Zr and Al–Mn alloys.A tensile cracking model is proposed to explore the origin of the improved ductility.Both the non-equilibrium partitioning model and the novel Al–7.5Mg–0.5Sc–0.3Zr–0.6Si alloy offers a promising opportunity for producing highly reliable aluminum parts through SLM.
基金supported by the National Key Research and Development Program of China(No.2022YFC2406000)the Guangdong Basic and Applied Basic Research Foundation(2024A1515011024)+5 种基金the Guangzhou Science and Technology Project(2024A04J4943)the Guangdong Academy of Sciences Development Special Fund Project(2022GDASZH-2022010107)the Guangdong province Science and Technology Plan Projects(2023B1212120008,2023B1212060045)the GDAS Projects of International cooperation platform of Science and Technology(2022GDASZH-2022010203-003)Special Support Foundation of Guangdong Province(2023TQ07Z559)Shenzhen Basic Research Project(JCYJ20210324120001003 and JCYJ20220531091802006)。
文摘To clarify the densification behavior,deformation response and strengthening mechanisms of selective laser melted(SLM)Mg-RE alloys,this study systematically investigates a representative WE43 alloy via advanced material characterization techniques.A suitable laser output mode fell into the transition mode,allowing for the fabrication of nearly full-density samples(porosity=0.85±0.021%)with favorable mechanical properties(yield strength=351 MPa,ultimate tensile strength=417 MPa,the elongation at break=6.5%and microhardness=137.9±6.15 HV_(0.1))using optimal processing parameters(P=80 W,v=250 mm/s and d=50μm).Viscoplastic self-consistent analysis and transmission electron microscopy observations reveal that the plastic deformation response of the SLM Mg-RE alloys is primarily driven by basal and prismatic slips.Starting from a random texture before deformation(maximum multiple of ultimate density,Max.MUD=3.95),plastic stretching led the grains to align with the Z-axis,finally resulting in a{0001}<1010>texture orientation after fracture(Max.MUD=8.755).Main phases of the SLM state are mainly composed ofα-Mg,Mg_(24)Y_(5) andβ'-Mg_(41)Nd_(5),with an average grain size of only 4.27μm(about a quarter of that in the extruded state),resulting in a favorable strength-toughness ratio.Except for the nano-β'phase and semi-coherent Mg_(24)Y_(5) phase(mismatch=16.12%)around the grain boundaries,a small amount of nano-ZrO_(2) and Y_(2)O_(3) particles also play a role in dispersion strengthening.The high mechanical properties of the SLM state are chiefly attributed to precipitation hardening(44.41%),solid solution strengthening(34.06%)and grain boundary strengthening(21.53%),with precipitation hardening being predominantly driven by dislocation strengthening(67.77%).High-performance SLM Mg-RE alloy components were manufactured and showcased at TCT Asia 2024,receiving favorable attention.This work underscores the significant application potential of SLM Mg-RE alloys and establishes a strong foundation for advancing their use in the biomedical fields.
基金supported by the Class Ⅲ Peak Discipline of Shanghai,China-Materials Science and Engineering(High-Energy Beam Intelligent Processing and Green Manufacturing).
文摘Laser shock peening(LSP)was used to enhance the high-temperature oxidation resistance of laser melting deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy.The microstructure and high-temperature oxidation behavior of the as-deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy before and after LSP were investigated by scanning electron microscopy,X-ray diffraction,and electron backscatter diffraction.The results indicated that the rate of mass gain in the as-deposited sample after LSP exhibited a decrease when exposed to an oxidation temperature of 900℃,implying that LSP-treated samples exhibited superior oxidation resistance at high temperatures.A gradient structure with a fine-grain layer,a deformed-grain layer,and a coarse-grain layer was formed in the LSP-treated sample,which facilitated the diffusion of the Al atom during oxidation,leading to the formation of a dense Al_(2)O_(3)layer on the surface.The mechanism of improvement in the oxidation resistance of the as-deposited Ti45Al8Nb alloy via LSP was discussed.
基金Project(22KJB430023)supported by the Natural Science Foundation for Colleges and Universities of Jiangsu Province,ChinaProject(1172922101)supported by the Youth Science and Technology Innovation Project of Jiangsu University of Science and Technology,China。
文摘The AlMgScZr high-strength aluminum alloy fabricated by selective laser melting(SLM)technology exhibits a“bimodal microstructure”,resulting in significant non-uniform deformation during thermal deformation.This study investigates the flow behavior of SLM-processed AlMgScZr aluminum alloy utilizing the Gleeble-1500D thermal simulation machine.The true stress-strain curves were amended based on the friction theory.Through determining the Zener-Hollomon parameters,the correlation between flow stress,deformation temperature,and strain rate during the high-temperature thermoplastic deformation of SLM-processed AlMgScZr aluminum alloy with a“bimodal microstructure”was established.In addition,the microstructural evolution during thermal deformation was analyzed.The results indicated that the predicted flow stress values obtained from the Arrhenius constitutive equation with coupled correction of thermal deformation parameters closely matched the experimental values.The correlation coefficient and the average absolute relative error of the corrected model were 0.999 and 2.766%,respectively,accurately predicting the thermoplastic deformation behavior of SLM-processed high-strength aluminum alloy with a“bimodal microstructure”.Furthermore,hot processing maps at different strains were established,identifying stable and unstable regions under different deformation conditions.Microstructural observations revealed different thermal deformation mechanisms under various deformation temperatures.Specifically,dynamic recrystallization characteristics dominated the microstructure at lower temperatures(300-360℃),while dynamic recovery was dominant at higher temperatures(390-500℃).
