2025 August - 109 articles
This study investigates the hot deformation behaviour and flow stress prediction of metastable β-Ti-15Mo alloy, a promising material for biomedical applications requiring strength–modulus optimisation and thermomechanical tunability. Isoth...
The increasing depletion of high-grade nickel sulfide deposits and the growing demand for nickel have intensified global interest in oxidized nickel ores (ONOs), particularly those located in Kazakhstan. This study presents a comprehensive review of...
In the present paper, impedance spectroscopy was employed to study the corrosion and anodic oxidation of stainless steel (AISI 316L at 280 °C/9 MPa) in contact with the boron-free primary coolant of a small modular reactor at two levels of KOH co...
To address the critical challenge of synergistically enhancing both high-temperature mechanical properties and thermal conductivity in neutron-absorbing materials for dry storage of spent nuclear fuel, this study proposes an innovative strategy. This...
The dispersion behavior of ceramic particles in aluminum alloys during rapid solidification critically affects the resulting microstructure and mechanical performance. In this study, we investigated the nucleation and growth of Al3(Sc,Zr) on TiB2 sur...
As the use of data models and data science techniques in industrial processes grows exponentially, the question arises: to what extent can these techniques impact the future of manufacturing processes? This article examines the potential future impac...
Improving the corrosion resistance of magnesium (Mg) alloys is a long-term challenge, especially when cost-effectiveness is taken into account. In this work, Mg-1Bi and Mg-1Sn extruded alloys are prepared, and the effects of cost-effective Bi and Sn...
Compared with vanadium extraction by sodium roasting followed by water leaching, the calcification roasting–sulfuric acid leaching method is considered a promising approach for the comprehensive utilization of vanadium titanomagnetite, as it av...
430 stainless steel exhibits soft magnetic properties, excellent formability, and corrosion resistance, making it widely used in industrial applications. This study investigates the effects of different cold working rates on the properties of 430 sta...
Parametric changes in the first coordination shell (FCS) of a vitreous metallic Pd42.5Cu30Ni7.5P20 alloy are analysed, aiming to confirm the identification of the glass transition temperature (Tg) via processing of XRD patterns utilising radial and p...
Steel is an important product in many engineering sectors; however, steelmaking remains one of the largest
The 1.9 billion metric tons of steel globally manufactured in 2023 justify the steel industry’s pivotal role in modern society’s growth. Considering the rapid development of countries that have not fully taken part in the global market, s...
Porous intermetallic compounds have the properties of porous materials as well as a combination of covalent and metallic bonds, and they exhibit high porosity, structural stability, and corrosion resistance. In this work, a porous TiNi3 intermetallic...
The problem of protecting 7075 Al alloy trekking poles from corrosion in complex outdoor environments was addressed using a composite conversion coating system. This system comprised Na2MoO4, NaF, CoSO4·7H2O, ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid-2N...
A novel stainless steel with high Mn and Mo content (much higher than traditional stainless steel), designated CH241SS, was developed as a potential replacement for Cr-Mo-V alloy steel in the cold forging applications of precision industry. Through c...
The production of iron and steel plays a significant role in the anthropogenic carbon footprint, accounting for 7% of global GHG emissions. In the context of CO2 mitigation, the steelmaking industry is looking to potentially replace traditional carbo...
Raw materials (RMs) are crucial to the world economy [...]
Mg-Li-based dissoluble metal is a promising material for preparing dissoluble magnesium alloy wires. However, there are few reports on the development of Mg-Li dissoluble magnesium alloy wires so far. In this paper, the mechanical properties and diss...
This study systematically investigates the homogenization-induced Laves phase dissolution kinetics and recrystallization mechanisms in laser powder bed fusion (L-PBF) processed IN718 superalloy. The as-built material exhibits a characteristic fine de...
A novel acid-free oxygen pressure leaching for the extraction of zinc from hemimorphite was proposed in this study. Green vitriol (FeSO4·7H2O), as one of the important industrial by-products, was used as the leaching reagent to separate zinc f...
Al-xSi-35Ge (x = 4, 6, 8, 10, 12, wt.%) filler metals were prepared to vacuum braze 6061 aluminum alloy. The wettability of filler metals was studied. A thermodynamics model of the Al-Si-Ge ternary alloy was established to analyze the mechanism and i...
Due to the high potential of shot peening to improve the surface quality of additively manufactured components, in this work, the influence on surface morphology and, thus, the surface topography and selected properties of the surface and subsurface...
This study aims to determine the optimal low-temperature stress relieving heat treatment that minimizes residual stresses while preserving corrosion resistance in Laser Powder Bed Fusion (L-PBF) processed Ti6Al4V alloy. Specifically, it investigates...
The corrosion behavior of an additively manufactured Mg-1Zn alloy was investigated in both the transverse and longitudinal directions relative to the build direction, in the as-built condition and after annealing at 350 °C for 24 h under high vac...
In this work, the W element, with a larger atomic radius compared to Co, Fe, and Ni, was added to modify the microstructure and enhance the yield strength of CoFeNi medium entropy alloy (MEA). A detailed study was conducted to clarify the effects of...
The development of technology has driven a rising need for high-accuracy and high-efficiency manufacturing of low-volume products. Incremental forming technology, characterized by die-free flexibility and low production costs, can effectively replace...
Many bcc refractory alloys show excellent high-temperature mechanical properties, while their fabricability can be limited by brittleness near room temperature. For the purpose of predicting ductile alloys, a number of ductility metrics based on atom...
The optical floating zone technique was utilized to purify chromium and a single-phase chromium–silicon alloy in this work. The impurity content (carbon, nitrogen, and oxygen) can be reduced by decreasing the withdrawal speed of samples during...
The study investigates the influence of microstructures on fatigue behavior and failure mechanisms of the α-β titanium alloy Ti6246, fabricated via Powder Bed Fusion-Laser Beam (PBF-LB). In particular, the investigation assesses the effect...
Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs) constitute a class of advanced materials distinguished by their exceptional mechanical, thermal, and tribological properties, offering significant advantages over conventional metals and alloys [...]
The corrosion behavior and electrochemical performance of Mg-La-Zr and Mg-La alloys were studied. Microstructural observation indicated that the trace alloying of Zr refined the grain size of Mg-La alloy, which improved the discharge activity of Mg-L...
Aluminum–copper casting alloys are potential candidate materials for use in marine applications where high mechanical strength and superior fatigue resistance are desired. The corrosion and protection of aluminum alloy B206 in seawater through...
FeCrAl exhibits excellent resistance to high temperatures, corrosion, and irradiation, making it a prime candidate material for accident-tolerant fuel (ATF) cladding. This study investigates the high-temperature creep behavior of FeCrAl alloys with g...
The anode assembly, as a key component in the electrolytic aluminum process, is composed of steel claws and aluminum guide rods. The connection quality between the steel claws and guide rods directly affects the current conduction efficiency, energy...
To address the limitations in multi-scale feature processing and illumination sensitivity of existing steel surface defect detection algorithms, we proposed ADP-YOLOv8-n, enhancing accuracy and computational efficiency through advanced feature fusion...
The exponential increase in electronic waste (e-waste) from end-of-life electrical and electronic equipment presents a growing environmental challenge. E-waste contains high concentrations of rare earth elements (REEs), which are classified as critic...
In order to obtain the optimal heat treatment process of Er-containing 7075 aluminum alloy, the effects of pre-stretching and the interval time between pre-stretching and aging on the microstructure and mechanical properties of Er-containing 7075 alu...
To capture the complex metallic spatter and melt pool behavior during the rapid interaction between the laser and metal material, high-speed cameras are applied to record the laser powder bed fusion process and generate a large volume of image data....
This paper studies the effect of reversible hydrogen alloying of the TC4 alloy on the microstructure, phase composition, and mechanical properties before and after equal-channel angular pressing. It is shown that the introduction of 0.3% hydrogen fol...
Shoulder-assisted heating friction plug welding (SAH-FPW) experiments were conducted to repair keyhole-like volumetric defects in 6082-T6 aluminum alloy, employing a novel concave backing hole technique on a flat backing plate. This approach yielded...
Precipitation-hardenable stainless steels (PHSS) are widely used in various applications in the aeronautical industry such in as landing gear supports, actuators, and fasteners, among others. This research aims to study the pitting corrosion behavior...
This study investigates the use of YOLOv8 deep learning models to segment and classify thermal images acquired from the rear of the weld pool during the Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) process. Thermal data were acquired using a two-color pyrometer u...
Global resource consumption continues to grow each year, exerting increasing pressure on their availability. This trend could lead to a shortage of raw materials in the coming years. Aware of the risks associated with this situation, the European Uni...
Stainless steel dust (SSD) is a by-product generated during the smelting process of stainless steel, which is rich in valuable metals such as Fe, Cr, Ni, and Mn. To optimize the carbothermic reduction process of SSD, this study first conducted the th...
To improve the low-temperature impact toughness of Q235B steel, this paper adopts a heat treatment method combining quenching and spheroidizing annealing to enhance its microstructure and properties and conducts a detailed analysis of the evolution o...
Carboxylate (TCNF) and sulfonated (SCNC) cellulose nanofibers were synthesized and used as adsorbents for metallic cations in aqueous solutions: Na+ and Hg2+ (SCNC); Mg2+ and Hg2+ (TCNF). ICP-OES analysis of the liquid phase revealed metal removal ef...
In this study, a Ag/ZrO2 hybrid coating prepared by the sol–gel method on a β-type Ti45Nb alloy was applied by the spin coating technique, and the microstructural, mechanical, electrochemical, and tribological properties of the surface wer...
Climate concerns are driving the automotive industry to adopt advanced manufacturing technologies that aim to improve energy efficiency and reduce vehicle weight. In this context, lightweight structural materials such as aluminium alloys have gained...
Stacking fault tetrahedra (SFTs) are typically considered improbable in high stacking fault energy metals like aluminum. Using molecular statics and dynamics simulations, we reveal the formation, growth, and transformation of SFTs in aluminum via vac...
Nodular Cast Iron (NCI, also known as ductile iron) is widely used in important components such as crankshafts for automotive engines and internal combustion engines, as well as storage and transportation containers for spent fuel in nuclear power pl...
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