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Engineering processing and properties of nickel aluminides

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OSTI ID:7128167

Ordered intermetallic compounds of iron, nickel, and titanium are materials recently under development for structural applications. Among these, Ni/sub 3/Al has been made reasonably ductile by the addition of small amounts of boron. Further additions of zirconium and chromium have been utilized for enhancement of high temperature strength and intermediate temperature ductility. Nickel aluminide alloys based on Ni/sub 3/Al are near commercialization. This paper describes the melting, processing, mechanical properties, physical properties, corrosion, and weldability of these alloys. Applications for nickel aluminides have been identified. Potential suppliers who have recently licensed the nickel aluminide technology from Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are also listed. 16 refs., 7 figs., 7 tabs.

Research Organization:
Oak Ridge National Lab., TN (USA)
DOE Contract Number:
AC05-84OR21400
OSTI ID:
7128167
Report Number(s):
CONF-880855-3; ON: DE88011019
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English