Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys

This study investigates three novel Al-based entropy alloys in the Al90-xCu5Zn5(Mg,Sn,Ti)X system. The empirical thermo-physical parameters and CALPHAD calculations were studied to comprehend phase stability. Although empirical parameters suggested potential for solid solution formation, CALPHAD cal...

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Main Authors: Jon Mikel Sanchez, Haize Galarraga, Shaymus W. Hudson
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Published: Elsevier 2024-11-01
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description This study investigates three novel Al-based entropy alloys in the Al90-xCu5Zn5(Mg,Sn,Ti)X system. The empirical thermo-physical parameters and CALPHAD calculations were studied to comprehend phase stability. Although empirical parameters suggested potential for solid solution formation, CALPHAD calculations predicted multiphase microstructures, which were confirmed through experimental analyses. Microstructural characterization and cooling curve analyses revealed the formation of various phases at specific temperatures during solidification. The addition of Mg increased hardness through Mg2Sn phase formation, while Ti further enhanced hardness by stabilizing primary Al3Ti phase. Mechanical testing demonstrated a strength-ductility trade-off, with Ti-containing alloy exhibiting the highest compressive strength but lowest ductility. Wear resistance of the experimental alloys was higher than AlSi10MnMg, and Mg and Ti additions improved wear performance compared to AlSi9Cu3(Fe). This comprehensive study highlights the potential of Al–Cu–Zn based multi principal component alloys with Mg, Sn, and Ti additions for developing lightweight materials with tailored mechanical and tribological properties.
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spelling doaj-art-d0909240babd40d1a8c4355746da14362024-12-26T08:56:01ZengElsevierJournal of Materials Research and Technology2238-78542024-11-013388688879Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloysJon Mikel Sanchez0Haize Galarraga1Shaymus W. Hudson2TECNALIA, Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), Derio, 48160, Spain; Corresponding author.TECNALIA, Basque Research and Technology Alliance (BRTA), Derio, 48160, SpainDepartment of Materials Science and Engineering, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, 02139, USAThis study investigates three novel Al-based entropy alloys in the Al90-xCu5Zn5(Mg,Sn,Ti)X system. The empirical thermo-physical parameters and CALPHAD calculations were studied to comprehend phase stability. Although empirical parameters suggested potential for solid solution formation, CALPHAD calculations predicted multiphase microstructures, which were confirmed through experimental analyses. Microstructural characterization and cooling curve analyses revealed the formation of various phases at specific temperatures during solidification. The addition of Mg increased hardness through Mg2Sn phase formation, while Ti further enhanced hardness by stabilizing primary Al3Ti phase. Mechanical testing demonstrated a strength-ductility trade-off, with Ti-containing alloy exhibiting the highest compressive strength but lowest ductility. Wear resistance of the experimental alloys was higher than AlSi10MnMg, and Mg and Ti additions improved wear performance compared to AlSi9Cu3(Fe). This comprehensive study highlights the potential of Al–Cu–Zn based multi principal component alloys with Mg, Sn, and Ti additions for developing lightweight materials with tailored mechanical and tribological properties.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2238785424027558CALPHADHigh entropy aluminum alloysMechanical propertiesMicrostructureWear properties
spellingShingle Jon Mikel Sanchez
Haize Galarraga
Shaymus W. Hudson
Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys
Journal of Materials Research and Technology
CALPHAD
High entropy aluminum alloys
Mechanical properties
Microstructure
Wear properties
title Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys
title_full Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys
title_fullStr Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys
title_full_unstemmed Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys
title_short Investigation of phase stability, mechanical properties, and tribological behavior of Al-based entropy alloys
title_sort investigation of phase stability mechanical properties and tribological behavior of al based entropy alloys
topic CALPHAD
High entropy aluminum alloys
Mechanical properties
Microstructure
Wear properties
url http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2238785424027558
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