In this work, a multi-scale approach was applied to reveal the evolution mechanisms of the δ
(Ni 3 Nb) phase and the resultant mechanical responses in wire-arc additive manufactured …

The influence of grain boundaries (GBs) on hydrogen transportation is a crucial factor in
understanding the mechanisms of hydrogen embrittlement (HE) in polycrystalline alloys …

Circular holes in single crystal (SX) turbine blades are susceptible to creep failure at high
temperatures, due to the stress concentrations near the holes. In this study, a dislocation …

The fatigue crack nucleation mechanism of Ti-2Al-2.5 Zr alloy was investigated using the
coupling method of quasi in-situ tests with crystal plasticity (CP) simulation. The constitutive …

Pearlitic steels possess excellent mechanical properties due to their multiscale
microstructures, yet this configuration introduces complex size and interface effects …

A well-designed microstructure plays a crucial part in achieving favorable properties and
optimizing the service performances of titanium alloys, requiring thorough investigations of …

Hydride precipitation in zirconium (Zr) alloys leads to the deterioration of mechanical
properties in key components of nuclear reactors. However, the underlying mechanisms …

Ionic crystal ceramics are known to be susceptible to brittle cracks along the intergranular
due to the strong ionic bond forces. Accordingly, an outstanding toughened coating …

Titanium alloys are extensively utilized in the aerospace industry due to their exceptional
strength and resistance to corrosion. However, litmited performance and high dispersion has …

Texture, microstructure, and local grain neighbourhood contribute to the development of
localized stresses in polycrystals. For hexagonal close-packed materials, crystal's elastic …