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Ordering and mechanical strength in L1[sub 2] cubic titanium trialuminides

Journal Article · · Metallurgical Transactions, A (Physical Metallurgy and Materials Science); (United States)
OSTI ID:5263352
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  1. Univ. of Neuchatel (Switzerland). Inst. of Structural Metallurgy

There have been many studies of the structure and mechanical properties of titanium trialuminides over the last few years, in particular those alloys modified to the L1[sub 2] cubic structure by substitution of 6 to 10 pct of the aluminum by a suitable transition metal. Such alloys are of interest as high-temperature materials in view of their reasonable strength and good oxidation resistance. Unfortunately, these alloys show low tensile ductility and toughness. Attempts are being made to improve these properties. The present report examines earlier studies determining the state of order of these intermetallics and subsequently attempts to relate the ordered state and other microstructural characteristics, such as the appearance of second-phase precipitates, to strength or ductility.

OSTI ID:
5263352
Journal Information:
Metallurgical Transactions, A (Physical Metallurgy and Materials Science); (United States), Journal Name: Metallurgical Transactions, A (Physical Metallurgy and Materials Science); (United States) Vol. 25:2; ISSN 0360-2133; ISSN MTTABN
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English