scholarly journals Reveal Hydrogen Behavior at Grain Boundaries in Fe–22Mn–0.6C TWIP Steel via In Situ Micropillar Compression Test

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Xu Lu ◽  
Dong Wang ◽  
Di Wan ◽  
Xiaofei Guo ◽  
Roy Johnsen
Keyword(s):  
Grain Boundaries ◽  
Compression Test ◽  
Electron Backscatter Diffraction ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission ◽  
Micropillar Compression ◽  
Backscatter Diffraction ◽  
Boundary Intersections

AbstractIn this study, the effect of hydrogen on dislocation and twinning behavior along various grain boundaries in a high-manganese twinning-induced plasticity steel was investigated using an in situ micropillar compression test. The compressive stress in both elastic and plastic regimes was increased with the presence of hydrogen. Further investigation by transmission electron backscatter diffraction and scanning transmission electron microscope demonstrated that hydrogen promoted both dislocation multiplication and twin formation, which resulted in higher stress concentration at twin–twin and twin–grain boundary intersections.

Characterization of Precipitates in 3xxx Series Alloys with Zirconium

2015 ◽  
Vol 231 ◽  
pp. 81-85
Author(s):  
Mariusz Bigaj ◽  
Sonia Boczkal ◽  
Monika Mitka ◽  
Zbigniew Zamkotowicz ◽  
Janusz Żelechowski ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Electron Backscatter Diffraction ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Phase Identification ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission ◽  
Backscatter Diffraction ◽  
Ebsd Method ◽  
Eds Microanalysis

The study presents the results of microstructure examinations and phase identification of precipitates in AlMn alloys containing zirconium after heat treatment and rolling. Chemical composition in microareas was determined by Energy Dispersive Spectrometry (EDS) microanalysis performed in Scanning Electron Microscope (SEM-EDS) and Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope (STEM-EDS) modes. Phase identification was carried out using Electron Backscatter Diffraction (EBSD) method. Studies have shown that Al6Mn and α- Al17(Fe3.2Mn0.8)Si2 phases were formed in the melt. Microstructure examined by TEM showed the presence of finely dispersed spherical precipitates of zirconium. In the alloy with an addition of silicon and magnesium, numerous precipitates of an Mg2Si phase were also found.

scholarly journals High-Resolution Microstructure Characterization of Additively Manufactured X5CrNiCuNb17-4 Maraging Steel during Ex and in Situ Thermal Treatment

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mihaela Albu ◽  
Bernd Panzirsch ◽  
Hartmuth Schröttner ◽  
Stefan Mitsche ◽  
Klaus Reichmann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maraging Steel ◽  
Elevated Temperatures ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Powder Particles ◽  
In Situ Heating ◽  
Heating Up

Powder and SLM additively manufactured parts of X5CrNiCuNb17-4 maraging steel were systematically investigated by electron microscopy to understand the relationship between the properties of the powder grains and the microstructure of the printed parts. We prove that satellites, irregularities and superficial oxidation of powder particles can be transformed into an advantage through the formation of nanoscale (AlMnSiTiCr)-oxides in the matrix during the printing process. The nano-oxides showed extensive stability in terms of size, spherical morphology, chemical composition and crystallographic disorder upon in situ heating up to 950°C in the scanning transmission electron microscope. Their presence thus indicates a potential for oxide-dispersive strengthening of this steel, which may be beneficial for creep resistance at elevated temperatures. The nucleation of copper clusters and their evolution into nanoparticles as well as the precipitation of Ni and Cr particles upon in situ heating have as well been systematically documented.

A Study of Grain Boundaries in High TC Superconducting Yba2Cu3O7-x Thin Films Using High Resolution Analytical Stem

1989 ◽  
Vol 169 ◽  
Author(s):  
D. H. Shin ◽  
J. Silcox ◽  
S. E. Russek ◽  
D. K. Lathrop ◽  
R. A. Buhrman
Keyword(s):  
Thin Films ◽  
High Resolution ◽  
Grain Boundaries ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Atomic Resolution ◽  
High Tc ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission ◽  
Edx Microanalysis

AbstractGrain boundaries in thin films of high Tc YBa2Cu3O7-x superconductors have been investigated with high resolution scanning transmission electron microscope (STEM) imaging and nanoprobe energy dispersive x-ray (EDX) analysis. Atomic resolution images indicate that the grain boundaries are mostly clean, i.e., free of a boundary layer of different phase or of segregation, and are often coherent. EDX microanalysis with a 10 Å spatial resolution also indicates no composition deviation at the grain boundaries.

scholarly journals Coupling Automated Electron Backscatter Diffraction with Transmission Electron and Atomic Force Microscopies

2000 ◽  
Vol 6 (S2) ◽  
pp. 940-941
Author(s):  
A.J. Schwartz ◽  
M. Kumar ◽  
P.J. Bedrossian ◽  
W.E. King
Keyword(s):  
Grain Boundary ◽  
Grain Boundaries ◽  
Thermomechanical Processing ◽  
Electron Backscatter Diffraction ◽  
Grain Boundary Character Distribution ◽  
Atomic Force ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Electron Backscatter ◽  
Network Engineering ◽  
Backscatter Diffraction

Grain boundary network engineering is an emerging field that encompasses the concept that modifications to conventional thermomechanical processing can result in improved properties through the disruption of the random grain boundary network. Various researchers have reported a correlation between the grain boundary character distribution (defined as the fractions of “special” and “random” grain boundaries) and dramatic improvements in properties such as corrosion and stress corrosion cracking, creep, etc. While much early work in the field emphasized property improvements, the opportunity now exists to elucidate the underlying materials science of grain boundary network engineering. Recent investigations at LLNL have coupled automated electron backscatter diffraction (EBSD) with transmission electron microscopy (TEM)5 and atomic force microscopy (AFM) to elucidate these fundamental mechanisms.An example of the coupling of TEM and EBSD is given in Figures 1-3. The EBSD image in Figure 1 reveals “segmentation” of boundaries from special to random and random to special and low angle grain boundaries in some grains, but not others, resulting from the 15% compression of an Inconel 600 polycrystal.

Studies of Ordering in Small Particles

1995 ◽  
Vol 398 ◽  
Author(s):  
U. Herr ◽  
M. Poilack ◽  
D.L. Olynick ◽  
J.M. Gibson ◽  
R.S. Averback
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Partial Ordering ◽  
Ordered Structure ◽  
Small Particles ◽  
Experimental Conditions ◽  
Au Clusters ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission

ABSTRACTDisordered clusters of the intermetallic compounds Ni3Al and Cu3Au have been produced using a high pressure sputtering technique. The clusters are either embedded in a film or studied, in-situ in an UHV electron microscope. The evolution of the ordered structure upon annealing is studied. Using a scanning transmission electron microscope, electron diffraction is obtained from individual clusters. Partial ordering is observed in Cu3Au clusters which have been annealed below the bulk order-disorder transition temperature. Under the experimental conditions, only clusters with sizes of 10–15 nm or larger show ordering.

Phase Identification in Nickel-Based Superalloys Using EBSD/SEM and Electron Diffraction in STEM

2012 ◽  
Vol 186 ◽  
pp. 58-61 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bartosz Chmiela ◽  
Maria Sozańska ◽  
Kinga Rodak
Keyword(s):  
Electron Microscope ◽  
Electron Backscatter Diffraction ◽  
Turbine Blades ◽  
Thermal Exposure ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Phase Identification ◽  
Chemical Compositions ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission ◽  
Critical Components

Aero engine turbine blades made of nickel-based superalloys are critical components in flight safety. Therefore, it is very important to make sure that the chemical composition, phase composition and microstructure are suitable. However, due to their chemical compositions, superalloys are prone to many transformations and the formation of deleterious phases, which deteriorate the mechanical properties. Hence, investigations concerning the structural stability and phase identification—especially topologically close-packed phases (TCP)—are necessary. Because the volume fractions of these phases are generally small, phase identification should be performed by nanodiffraction techniques in a scanning transmission electron microscope (STEM) and electron backscatter diffraction in a scanning electron microscope (EBSD/SEM). These methods complement each other, but each of them is characterized by different difficulties and limitations. In this paper we present the possibilities and limitations of phase identification in single crystal CMSX-4 superalloy after long thermal exposure.

scholarly journals High-Resolution Microstructure Characterization of Additively Manufactured X5CrNiCuNb17-4 Maraging Steel during Ex and In Situ Thermal Treatment

Materials ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 14 (24) ◽  
pp. 7784
Author(s):  
Mihaela Albu ◽  
Bernd Panzirsch ◽  
Hartmuth Schröttner ◽  
Stefan Mitsche ◽  
Klaus Reichmann ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Maraging Steel ◽  
Elevated Temperatures ◽  
Scanning Transmission Electron Microscope ◽  
Transmission Electron ◽  
Scanning Transmission ◽  
The Matrix ◽  
Powder Particles ◽  
In Situ Heating ◽  
Crystallographic Disorder

Powder and selective laser melting (SLM) additively manufactured parts of X5CrNiCuNb17-4 maraging steel were systematically investigated by electron microscopy to understand the relationship between the properties of the powder grains and the microstructure of the printed parts. We prove that satellites, irregularities and superficial oxidation of powder particles can be transformed into an advantage through the formation of nanoscale (AlMnSiTiCr) oxides in the matrix during the printing process. The nano-oxides showed extensive stability in terms of size, spherical morphology, chemical composition and crystallographic disorder upon in situ heating in the scanning transmission electron microscope up to 950 °C. Their presence thus indicates a potential for oxide-dispersive strengthening of this steel, which may be beneficial for creep resistance at elevated temperatures. The nucleation of copper clusters and their evolution into nanoparticles, and the precipitation of Ni and Cr particles upon in situ heating, have been systematically documented as well.

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