Abstract
Easy deformation-induced nanostructuring was found in a Ti-Nb-Ta-In β alloy with low stability against α″ martensitic transformation. Upon severe plastic deformation at the sample center, the reversible β→α″ martensitic transformation plays a significant role for grain refinement. A possible mechanism is proposed, in which the formation of fine martensite, the interaction among slip dislocations, martensite and twins, and the reversible transition from α″ back to β phase are considered as the main causes leading to pronounced grain refinement to the nanoscale.
Original language | English |
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Article number | 031906 |
Pages (from-to) | 031906-1-031906-3 |
Number of pages | 3 |
Journal | Applied Physics Letters |
Volume | 89 |
Issue number | 3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2006 |
Externally published | Yes |