Interdiffusion in Nb-Mo, Nb-Ti and Nb-Zr Systems

Diffusion couple technique is used to study interdiffusion in Nb-Mo, Nb-Ti and Nb-Zr systems. Interdiffusion coefficients at different temperatures and compositions are determined using the relation developed by Wagner. The change in activation energy for interdiffusion with composition is determined. Further, impurity diffusion coefficient of the species are determined and compared with the available data in literature.

Formulation of Impurity-Vacancy Pair Formation Energy in Fast Diffusion

In fast diffusion, the impurity diffusion coefficient is much greater than the self-diffusion coefficient. The pair mechanism is here considered to explain fast diffusion. Formulations for the formation of the pair are based upon pseudopotential theory.

Interdiffusion Studies in the Co- Mo System

Study of interdiffusion in the Co-Mo system is important to understand the performance of turbine blades in jet engine applications. Mo is added to superalloys to increase the solid solution strengthening and the creep resistance. In this study, the interdiffusion coefficient in the Co(Mo) solid solution and impurity diffusion coefficient of Mo in Co are determined. Further, the activation energy and pre-exponential factors are calculated, which provide an idea about the atomic mechanism of diffusion.